Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists mimic a naturally occurring gut hormone that regulates blood sugar and appetite
Alexander Abdurakhmanov, MD , who work together to deliver advanced bariatric surgery, minimally invasive general surgery, panniculectomy after significant weight loss, hernia repair, gallbladder surgery, and comprehensive obesity care
A large cohort study found vitamin D, iron, B vitamins (including thiamine), calcium, selenium, and zinc to be the most commonly affected nutrients
Interestingly, metformin continues to hold its ground in this evolving therapeutic landscape towards wider access to GLP-RAs, as a potential anchor of the GLP-1 RA care journey
Response: The final rule tests the addition of coverage of an Online delivery modality during the Online delivery period (until December 31, 2029) without implementing participation caps