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It could also cost $550 a month for people with health insurance that doesn’t cover the drug. Unfortunately, Medicare and Medicaid don’t cover weight loss medications like Zepbound, Dr. Shah says.
Zepbound cost. The list price is about $1,060 for a month’s supply, according to Eli Lilly. In comparison, Wegovy has a list price of about $1,350 per month, according to Novo Nordisk.
Before insurance, Zepbound will cost about $1,060 per month, slightly higher than Mounjaro’s list price of $1,023. However, it’s still unclear how broadly Zepbound will be covered.
Tirzepatide is an antidiabetic medication used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes [ 9][ 12][ 13][ 14] and for weight loss. [ 10][ 15] Tirzepatide is administered via subcutaneous injections (under the skin). [ 9][ 12] It is sold under the brand names Mounjaro for diabetes treatment, [ 9] and Zepbound for weight loss. [ 10]
People who are commercially insured but do not have coverage for Zepbound may be eligible to pay as low as $550 for a one-month prescription of Zepbound, according to the company.
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But if Zepbound is not covered, a patient has access to a Lilly assistance program and may be eligible to pay $550 for a 1-month prescription, approximately 50% lower than the list price.
There is a cost barrier for people who want to get on Zepbound. It costs $1,059 per month without insurance. However, Eli Lilly said its savings card program is available at U.S. pharmacies.