Various guidelines have been proposed to mitigate the risk of adverse events, which includes avoiding initiation in those at extremes of age, recent history of DKA and frequent history of severe fungal infection [30]
If you are on Medicare Part D or a Medicare Advantage plan with drug coverage, meet the eligibility criteria above, and your prescription is for the Zepbound KwikPen formulation specifically (vials and single-dose pens do not qualify), your copay drops to a flat $50 per month for as long as the Bridge runs, currently scheduled through December 31, 2027
Thermal undergarments, fleeces, and insulated outerwear can help maintain body warmth, particularly during colder months
Other qualifying injuries include: Bowel obstruction or ileus (with imaging/medical records) NAION (sudden vision loss) Severe persistent vomiting requiring hospitalization Other serious GI complications requiring emergency intervention However, for gastroparesis claims specifically: Yes, you need formal diagnosis , and as of August 2025, objective testing is required