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Eli Lilly's New Platform Boosts Obesity Drug Access

3/5/2026

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  • Eli Lilly launched its Employer Connect platform on March 5, 2026, to improve access to obesity medications for U.S. employees.
  • The program addresses a coverage gap affecting nearly half of commercially insured individuals.
  • Employers can choose from over 15 independent administrators to design tailored benefits.
  • Zepbound, Lilly's obesity drug, is priced at $449 per month across all doses.
  • Medicare will begin covering obesity medications later this year under new agreements.