$50 GLP-1s? Here’s How the Medicare Bridge Works

If you’re on Medicare and have been waiting for access to GLP-1 medications to treat obesity, there is a major change coming on July 1, 2026. In this video, Christopher Durham from The Downsized breaks down the new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program in plain English. No politics. No spin. Just the facts patients need to know. Christopher and Laraine Durham have lost more than 150 pounds using GLP-1 medications, and on this channel they focus on helping real people understand obesity treatment, coverage changes, affordability, and the rapidly changing world of GLP-1s. In this video: • What the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program actually is • Who qualifies for the new coverage • Which medications are included • How the $50 monthly copay works • Why your doctor is the key to getting approved • The biggest mistakes patients could make before July 1 • What Medicare beneficiaries should do right now to prepare Covered medications currently include: • Foundayo • Wegovy (injection and tablets) • Zepbound KwikPen Christopher also explains: • BMI qualification rules • Medicare Part D requirements • Why current weight may not matter • How the electronic approval process works • Why many doctors may not know about the program yet • What happens after 2027 • How Medicare policy changes could impact ALL GLP-1 coverage nationwide Official CMS GLP-1 Bridge FAQ: https://www.cms.gov/medicare/coverage... If you are considering GLP-1 treatment for obesity, speak with your physician and verify your specific coverage details directly with Medicare or a licensed Medicare advisor. The Downsized is not medical advice. We are sharing our experience and helping patients better understand a fast-changing healthcare system. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Start your weight loss journey today! We use Mochi Health: https://app.joinmochi.com/eligibility... Use Laraine’s code for $40 off: QIYGO8. Get your Hume BodyPod today and use our exclusive Downsized code for up to 20% total savings! 👉 Use our Code: THEDOWNSIZED Link to purchase: https://humehealth.com//discount/THED... GET 40% OFF ON YOUR FIRST ORDER AT THRIVE MARKET: http://thrv.me/NFgMJj SHOP OUR AMAZON STORE: https://a.co/d/0gGe1MYq BOOK THE DOWNSIZED AT SEA CRUISE 2026: https://thedownsized.org/downsized-at... DOWNSIZED WEBSITE: https://thedownsized.org/ JOIN CLUB DOWNSIZED:    / @thedownsized   FOR SPONSORSHIPS, BRAND DEALS & COLLABS: https://thedownsized.org/contact/ +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 00:00 $50 GLP-1s? Here’s How the Medicare Bridge Works 03:02 THE BRIDGE PROGRAM 05:34 DO YOU QUALIFY 08:40 THE ONE THING PEOPLE GET WRONG 10:35 HOW TO MAKE IT HAPPEN 13:01 THE MONEY, AND THE CATCHES 15:03 WHAT TO UNDERSTAND BEFORE YOU START 17:05 QUICK ANSWERS 19:37 BEYOND MEDICARE