By Ian Burke
Other common radiographic findings are joint effusion (fluid) and evidence of osteoarthritis
The prior authorization requirements differ for children (ages 12+) taking Wegovy for weight loss, as well as adults taking Wegovy to reduce their cardiovascular risk
Despite a significant number of bills in 2023 and 2024 that would have required mandated coverage of GLP-1s in Medicaid, state employee health plans, or for health insurers regulated by the state, only Arkansas, California, Maryland, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and Texas have introduced legislation mandating coverage in 2025 to date
Others may require dose escalation or maximal doses to experience an effect, and studies show that 20% of individuals are complete non-responders, meaning they do not experience any weight reduction despite maximal doses of the drug. With this in mind, the average experience with GLP-1s includes a gradual onset of benefits, says Dr
Its important to keep an eye on kidney function and B12 levels
