They include: Vomiting Misusing laxatives or diuretics Fasting Excessive exercise Use of any drugs, illicit, prescription and/or over the counter, inappropriately for weight control Self-evaluation A person with bulimia nervosa places an excessive emphasis on body shape or weight in their self-evaluation
Cigna coverage for Wegovy varies by plan employer-sponsored, marketplace, and Cigna+Oscar plans each have different formularies and rules Some Cigna plans have step therapy requirements, meaning you may need to try other weight management approaches before Wegovy is approved Prior authorization is typically required, with documentation of BMI, comorbidities, and clinical evaluation PEAK handles Cigna benefits verification and prior authorization so you know your coverage status before starting treatment Note: PEAK accepts Cigna commercial plans
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Phase 3 trials are still in progress and full trial data are not yet published
GLP-1 medications that are FDA-approved to treat type 2 diabetes Ozempic (semaglutide), Mounjaro (tirzepatide), and Trulicity (dulaglutide) are more often covered by insurance than those that are indicated specifically for weight loss
