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Want obesity drugs covered by insurance? Telehealth companies have a big say
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Want obesity drugs covered by insurance? Telehealth companies have a big say

NPR News · Jun 14, 2026, 9:00 AM · Also reported by 3 other sources

Why this matters: a developing story that could shape the day's news cycle.

Telehealth companies offer lifestyle support so people taking obesity drugs can have the most success losing weight. But employers also want the telehealth providers to limit spending on the drugs.

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