Navigating Coverage for Anti-Obesity Medications: A Practical Toolkit for Pharmacists and Care Teams
by Yerandy Rosas-Garcia, 2026 PharmD Candidate
Abstract:
Obesity is a chronic disease that contributes to multiple serious health conditions, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and obstructive sleep apnea. As the use of anti-obesity medications continues to expand, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals play a growing role in supporting safe use and ensuring medication access. However, coverage requirements and prior authorization processes can be complex and time-intensive, creating barriers for both clinicians and patients. The ForwardHealth Anti-Obesity Drug Coverage Toolkit was developed to help pharmacists and care teams navigate Wisconsin Medicaid and SeniorCare coverage criteria for anti-obesity medications.
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2026 March/April Table of Contents
Abstract:
Obesity is a chronic disease that contributes to multiple serious health conditions, including cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and obstructive sleep apnea. As the use of anti-obesity medications continues to expand, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals play a growing role in supporting safe use and ensuring medication access. However, coverage requirements and prior authorization processes can be complex and time-intensive, creating barriers for both clinicians and patients. The ForwardHealth Anti-Obesity Drug Coverage Toolkit was developed to help pharmacists and care teams navigate Wisconsin Medicaid and SeniorCare coverage criteria for anti-obesity medications.
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2026 March/April Table of Contents