More US Employers Dropping Coverage for Weight-Loss Drugs in 2027

More US employers dropping coverage for weight-loss drugs in 2027

GLP-1 drugs continue to reshape the health care and business landscape, but their growing use may already be creating financial challenges for employers.

Only 36% of Employers Cover GLP-1 Drugs for Weight Loss, Survey Finds

A prescription can clear a doctor’s office and stall at the pharmacy because an employer’s health plan covers the medication for diabetes while excluding weight management. A July 2026 survey from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans found that 36% of responding corporate employers cover GLP-1 drugs for both diabetes and weight loss. Another ... The post Only 36% of Employers Cover GLP-1 Drugs for Weight Loss, Survey Finds app…

Why some companies may not be offering coverage for GLP-1 weight loss drugs

Why some companies may not be offering coverage for GLP-1 weight loss drugs The drugs can sometimes cost more than $1,000 per month out of pocket. As use of GLP-1s have increased in the United States, some companies have dropped coverage of the drugs for their employees. Health insurer Cigna…