Want obesity drugs covered by insurance? Telehealth companies have a big say - NPR

Telehealth companies offer lifestyle support so people taking obesity drugs can have the most success losing weight. But employers also want the telehealth providers to limit spending on the drugs.

Sarah Johnson · Jun 14, 2026 · 1 min read · 0 views

Want obesity drugs covered by insurance? Telehealth companies have a big say - NPR

Sarah Johnson · Jun 14, 2026

Telehealth companies offer lifestyle support so people taking obesity drugs can have the most success losing weight. But employers also want the telehealth providers to limit spending on the drugs.

Primary care doctors raise alarm as telehealth companies get involved in obesity drugs

June 14, 20265:00 AM ET Heard on Weekend Edition Sunday

Sydney Lupkin

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Want obesity drugs covered by insurance? Telehealth companies have a big say - NPR

Primary care doctors raise alarm as telehealth companies get involved in obesity drugs

GLP-1 apps raise hurdles

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