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In the month of January there are 403 recorded new patient leads

And we know that muscle mass is the most important thing to keep as you age," Professor Cowley said

Some may have more protein than others per serving and some will have complete proteins with all essential amino acids like egg, whey and soy-based shakes, whereas many plant-based will be incomplete, and contain only some essential amino acids

Key Takeaways BCBS coverage for Zepbound varies by state and plan type: There is no single BCBS policy each state affiliate and employer group sets its own formulary Prior authorization is almost always required: Even plans that cover Zepbound require clinical documentation before approving claims BMI thresholds typically apply: Most BCBS plans require a BMI 30, or 27 with a weight-related comorbidity like type 2 diabetes or hypertension Some BCBS affiliates have dropped GLP-1 coverage entirely: BCBS Michigan removed all GLP-1 weight loss drugs from fully insured commercial plans starting January 2025 Research-grade tirzepatide exists for laboratory use: Not a substitute for prescription medication, but available at significantly lower cost for research applications Zepbound (tirzepatide) launched in late 2023 as Eli Lilly's dedicated weight management version of Mounjaro