Why cover GLP-1s? They’ll lower employer healthcare costs, study says

Why cover GLP-1s? They’ll lower employer healthcare costs, study says

While the medications may be pricey, a multi-year study by Aon found consistent use correlates with lower medical cost growth and fewer hospitalizations for cardiovascular events.

GLP-1 Medications: What Employers Need to Know About Direct-to-Consumer Pricing Trends

Manufacturers of GLP-1 medications are increasingly offering direct-to-consumer (DTC) cash-pay pricing options that allow members to access medications outside traditional insurance and pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) channels. Between 2025 and 2026, these programs expanded and began marketing lower monthly price points compared with historical list prices, reshaping member expectations around affordability. Lower advertised DTC prices can chang…