Discover the Guaranteed Solution for Obesity with Medicare Coverage

Americans on Medicaid are getting closer to having coverage for weight loss treatments following the introduction of legislation by Rep. Dr. Brad Wenstrup , R - Ohio , nearly a year ago . Wenstrup has been advocating for U.S. taxpayers to fund weight loss drugs through Medicare through the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act , which he introduced in July . The congressman , who is also a physician , has another act called the Ensuring Access to Critical Breakthrough Products Act , which aims to provide temporary Medicare coverage for breakthrough devices for four years after approval by the Federal Drug Administration.

The House Ways and Means Committee recently approved both acts , paving the way for a full House vote . Wenstrup expressed his commitment to ensuring patients have access to essential healthcare treatments . He believes that increasing access to critical breakthrough medical devices and expanding coverage for weight loss treatments and medications for Medicare beneficiaries is a significant step towards making America a healthier nation.

The Treat and Reduce Obesity Act proposed by Wenstrup would allow Medicare Part D coverage for anti - obesity medications for individuals transitioning into Medicare who are currently using these drugs . It also seeks to reassess the National Coverage Determination of Intensive Behavioral Therapy to offer seniors treatment through diet and exercise . With two - thirds of American adults being overweight or obese , the House Ways and Means Committee Chairman , Jason Smith , R - Missouri , emphasized the importance of removing barriers to new medications that can combat the chronic disease epidemic associated with obesity.

In addition to expanding coverage for weight loss treatments , the Ensuring Access to Critical Breakthrough Products Act would refine the criteria for breakthrough devices eligible for coverage . It would also mandate FDA - approved breakthrough devices to provide clinical trial information that includes the Medicare population . These legislative efforts aim to address the pressing issue of obesity and its related health concerns , underscoring the importance of accessible and effective healthcare for all individuals , including those on Medicaid and Medicare.