does the va prescribe semaglutide Wegovy Coverage for Veterans Semaglutide (GLP-1) Weight Loss Treatment

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Medical weight loss may be appropriate for adults with an elevated BMI, or an overweight BMI alongside weight-related concerns such as high blood sugar or high blood pressure, who want structured, provider-led support rather than going it alone

The Wegovy label describes rare postmarketing reports of pulmonary aspiration in patients receiving GLP-1 receptor agonists undergoing elective surgeries or procedures requiring general anesthesia or deep sedation, who had residual gastric contents despite reported adherence to preoperative fasting recommendations

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