I am arguing that the question of who should receive them has not been asked with nearly enough precision, and that a baseline GLP-1 measurement is an obvious, low-cost starting point
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Prior authorization: BCBS may require proof that Wegovy is medically necessary, such as evidence of weight-related health conditions
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Ozempic (semaglutide) is a GLP-1 receptor agonist that slows gastric emptying, often causing nausea, bloating, and altered bowel habits
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