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GLP-1 (semaglutide or tirzepatide) Therapy in Older Adults: Balancing Benefit & Risk Beyond Age 65 Joshua Silva, MD Dec 12, 2025 4 min read Medically authored by Joshua Silva, MD | Evidence-Based Weight Loss at Potere Health MD Last clinically updated: December 2025 Many discussions about GLP-1 medications in older adults come from friends, family, or acquaintances , as well as online forums, news stories, and social media posts
Direct answer: Insurers usually want a prior-authorization form, chart notes, diagnosis details, BMI data, and a clear reason the medication is medically appropriate
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Yet the same polling finds that 56 percent of the people using these medications describe them as difficult to afford, and about 27 percent report having health insurance but paying the entire cost themselves