Does insurance cover tirzepatide for weight loss?

Sometimes, for brand Zepbound, depending on your employer plan; compounded tirzepatide is cash-pay and not covered. Many plans exclude weight-loss drugs or require prior authorization. If your commercial plan covers Zepbound, Lilly’s savings card can lower the copay for up to 11 fills a calendar year, and its current terms end December 31, 2026. If coverage is denied, self-pay vials through LillyDirect start at $299 a month.