Webinar Recap: Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program

On July 22, 2026, ACOI hosted "Medicare's New GLP-1 Bridge Program: What Internal Medicine Physicians Need to Know." This webinar shared important updates on the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Program, 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.

The webinar recording and slides are now available on-demand through the ACOI Online Learning Center.

The webinar covered 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.

Additional Resources:

• Prescriber Fact Sheet

• Prior Authorization Form

• Patient Assistance for Obtaining Medications for Weight Management

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