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Insurance increasingly dropping weight loss drugs like Wegovy, Zepbound
By Scripps News Group at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Telehealth providers like Hims and Hers could soon see more business, now that more and more employees are losing insurance coverage for weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound.Reuters reports rising costs are forcing some of those insurance companies to end their coverage for certain weight l...
Key takeaway RELATED STORY | CVS to cover Eli Lillys anti-obesity pill, reinstate Zepbound later this yearMeanwhile, CVS announced in May is would expand weight-loss options in its drug plans.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The decision by some insurance companies to drop coverage for weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound may have a significant impact on Detroit residents who rely on these medications. With rising healthcare costs already a concern for many in the community, the added expense of buying these drugs directly from the manufacturer or through telehealth providers like Hims could be a burden. This shift may also lead to increased business for telehealth providers, potentially changing the way Detroiters access healthcare services. The contrast between the actions of different insurance providers, such as CVS expanding its weight-loss options, highlights the variability in coverage that Detroit residents may face. As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, it will be important to monitor how these changes affect access to care and treatment options for Detroit residents.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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