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August 19, 2025
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Hood to know. My heart doctor wants me on it but my insurance company denies it. I will get a heart CT and meet with my sleep Dr this week. Maybe that will help the insurance say yes.

August 19, 2025
A MyObesityTeam Member

Zepbound is FDA approved for OSA and Obesity, but there is criteria that needs to be submitted to your insurance company for coverage determination. Criteria is that your AHI needs to be 15+ (moderate to severe from sleep test) and Obesity is Class III. This was the criteria my insurance company followed, and my experience is that other companies have comparable coverage.

August 19, 2025
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Zepbound (tirzepatide) is primarily a weight loss medication that has shown impressive results in clinical studies. In a 72-week study, people taking Zepbound lost an average of 20.2% of their body weight. The medication works by activating two hormone receptors (GLP-1 and GIP) that help regulate appetite and digestion Show Full Answer

Zepbound (tirzepatide) is primarily a weight loss medication that has shown impressive results in clinical studies. In a 72-week study, people taking Zepbound lost an average of 20.2% of their body weight. The medication works by activating two hormone receptors (GLP-1 and GIP) that help regulate appetite and digestion. While Zepbound isn't specifically approved for sleep apnea, weight loss can significantly improve sleep apnea symptoms since excess weight is a major contributor to this condition. For managing sleep apnea directly, CPAP therapy remains the most effective treatment for moderate to severe cases. It's important to work with your healthcare provider to monitor both your weight loss progress and sleep apnea symptoms.

August 19, 2025

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