New Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program: What Internal Medicine Physicians Need to Know
by ACOI
July 3, 2026
The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge is a temporary program running from July 1, 2026, to December 31, 2027, that allows eligible Medicare Part D beneficiaries to access specific weight-loss medications for a flat $50 monthly copayment. To qualify, you must meet the criteria set by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Join ACOI for an important webinar to learn about the eligibility criteria and how your patients can access this program.
Webinar Details
Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Time: 7 PM to 8 PM ET
Cost: FREE
The webinar will cover the following topics:
Overview of the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program and July 2026 implementation timeline
Eligibility criteria and coverage rules for Part D beneficiaries
Documentation and coding considerations for compliant prescribing
Workflow integration strategies for busy internal medicine practices
Communication approaches for discussing coverage, expectations, and alternatives to patients
Answers to common clinical questions and responses
Presenter: Christopher T. Beal, DO, FACOI
Christopher Beal, DO, FACOI is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician and Chief Medical Officer at St. Johns Internal Medicine, P.C. in Saint Johns, Michigan. He has over 24 years of experience and also serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
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