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Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Refill Rules: 75% Timing, Prior Authorization, and Pharmacy Denials
By The RX Index Editorial Team · Last verified: · Primary sources: CMS and Medicare.gov
Medicare GLP-1 Bridge refill rules limit each fill to one 28- or 30-day supply. Staying on the same medication does not require a new prior authorization -- even when your dose changes -- but switching to a different covered GLP-1 does. And a routine early refill claim runs into CMS's more-than-75% timing rule.
That last rule is easy to miss. CMS publishes it in a reject-code reference written for pharmacists, not for you. Reject code 79 means "refill too soon," and the pharmacy is told to resubmit only after more than 75% of your previous days' supply has been used. It's why a valid, unexpired approval can still come back as too soon.
Below is every refill rule we could trace to a current CMS source, translated out of pharmacy-speak. You'll get your estimated next fill date, what each published rejection code means, and which party needs to act.
| Your situation | Bottom line | Who acts next |
|---|---|---|
| Same GLP-1, same dose | No new prior authorization. Timing and claim checks still apply. | Pharmacy |
| Same GLP-1, new dose | No new prior authorization just because the dose changed. | Prescriber sends the correct package; pharmacy reruns |
| Different GLP-1 | New prior authorization required. | Pharmacy submits → prescriber completes |
| Refill timing | Claim generally reprocesses after more than 75% of the last supply is used. | Pharmacy |
| 60-day, 90-day, or partial fill | Not available. One 28- or 30-day supply per fill. | Pharmacy resubmits correct package |
Sources: CMS Information for Pharmacies; CMS pharmacy reject-code reference tool; Medicare.gov. Source checked .
Estimated retry point:
Recorded fill date + about 22 calendar days for a 28-day supply, or + about 23 calendar days for a 30-day supply. That's our calculation from the more-than-75% threshold -- an estimate, not a guaranteed payable date. The claim processor decides.
Get my estimated refill date ↓This page is for you if:
- You already got a Bridge fill or approval
- Your pharmacy said "refill too soon"
- Your dose changed
- You're switching medications
- You need an early fill before a trip
- The pharmacy gave you a rejection code
Read a different guide if:
What we actually verified
We compared six current federal sources: the CMS pharmacy page, the CMS pharmacy reject-code reference tool, the Bridge payer sheet, the CMS provider page, CMS Part D plan guidance, and Medicare.gov beneficiary guidance. We verified fill quantities, timing threshold, same-drug and dose-change rules, vacation process, lost and damaged medication limitations, all published rejection codes, cost treatment, and current help channels. We did not submit a test claim or call CMS. Where CMS hasn't answered, we say so plainly.
What are the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge refill rules?
Approved beneficiaries get one 28- or 30-day supply per fill. Refills of the same covered GLP-1 medication -- including dose increases -- do not require a new Bridge prior authorization, and current approvals run through December 31, 2027. Switching to a different covered GLP-1 does require a new prior authorization. The program does not allow 60-day, 90-day, transition, or partial fills.
Quick definition, because it matters everywhere below: a prior authorization (PA) is the Bridge's payment approval for a covered drug. It is not a prescription, and it does not add refills to your prescription.
What your approval does NOT do
- Override a refill-too-soon block
- Make a non-covered product payable
- Create a 90-day fill
- Write you a new prescription or add refills
- Stop each individual claim from being checked again
Each refill claim is subject to timing, identity and Medicare number, enrollment and eligibility, product and NDC, quantity, prescriber-data, and claim-format checks. Approval gets you in the door. It doesn't hold the door open.
The real drawback -- and why it cuts both ways
The Bridge is rigid. You can't get a 90-day supply. CMS publishes no override for lost or stolen medication, and its payer sheet says the vacation code does not apply to lost, stolen, or broken medication. And your $50 doesn't count toward your Part D deductible or your true out-of-pocket total -- so those payments never advance you toward your Part D out-of-pocket limit.
But here's the flip side. Because the Bridge sits outside Part D, the $50 never moves either. It doesn't jump in January when your deductible resets. It doesn't change as you move through Part D benefit phases. It doesn't go up when your dose goes up. While you remain eligible and the demonstration is in effect, each covered monthly supply is $50 at any covered dose.
Rigid rules cut both ways. The trick is knowing which rule is blocking you today.
When can I refill my Medicare GLP-1 Bridge prescription?
CMS instructs pharmacies to resubmit a refill-too-soon claim after more than 75% of the previous days' supply has been used. Applied to Bridge fill sizes, that puts the estimated retry point at the recorded fill date plus 22 calendar days for a 28-day supply, or plus 23 calendar days for a 30-day supply. The claim processor's response determines the actual payable date.
What "more than 75% used" really means
The word more is doing real work here. Exactly 75% isn't enough.
- 28-day supply: 75% of 28 is 21 days. You have to be past that -- so the calculator estimates your retry date as the recorded fill date plus 22 calendar days.
- 30-day supply: 75% of 30 is 22.5 days. Past that puts you at the recorded fill date plus 23 calendar days.
Estimated refill windows
| Recorded fill date | Days' supply | Estimated earliest retry |
|---|---|---|
| July 1 | 28 days | On or after ~July 23 |
| July 1 | 30 days | On or after ~July 24 |
| The 5th of any month | 28 days | On or after ~the 27th |
| The 5th of any month | 30 days | On or after ~the 28th |
Treat these as estimates. A few things can shift your real date: a prior claim that got reversed and re-billed, a recorded fill date that doesn't match the day you picked it up, or a days' supply the pharmacy entered wrong. Ask the pharmacy for the exact date the claim system returns.
Refill Date Calculator
Enter your recorded fill date and days' supply. The tool returns your estimated retry window. Treat the result as an estimate -- the claim processor determines the actual payable date.
Date on your receipt or pharmacy records -- not pickup date if it differs
No JavaScript? Add 22 calendar days to your recorded fill date: fill date + 22 days = estimated retry date.
Before you go further -- one thing this page can't fix
Changing providers does not fix a timing, product, quantity, or claim-processing rejection. The tool below is for choosing a broader treatment path, not for overriding a current Bridge claim. When you're ready for that bigger question:
Get my personalized treatment path plan →What do the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge rejection codes mean?
Bridge claims reject with standard NCPDP codes, and each one points to a different problem: timing, prior authorization, product, quantity, identity, eligibility, prescriber data, or the processor itself. The code plus the full returned message identifies the problem category and who usually needs to act. Code 79 means refill too soon; code 75 means prior authorization required.
This is the most useful question you can ask at a pharmacy counter, and almost nobody asks it:
"Can you tell me the exact reject code and the full message that came back?"
"It got denied" tells you nothing. The code and message tell you what's actually wrong -- and who has to fix it.
Authorization, timing, product, and quantity
| Code | What it means | Who acts | Next step |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75 | Prior authorization required | Prescriber | Expected trigger. File through CoverMyMeds or fax 1-800-530-2404. |
| 79 | Refill too soon | Pharmacy | Wait until more than 75% of the prior supply is used. Use the calculator above. |
| 70 | Product not eligible for the Bridge | Prescriber | Rewrite the prescription for a covered product and form. |
| 76 | Days' supply or quantity outside program limits | Pharmacy | Resubmit for the correct pack size and days' supply from the quantity table below. |
| E7 | Package or quantity mismatch | Pharmacy | Correct the submitted quantity, package, or NDC using the CMS product table. |
| RK | Partial fill not supported | Pharmacy | Resubmit the full approved package. Partial fills are not available under the Bridge. |
Identity and eligibility
| Code | What it means | Who acts | Next step |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7, 9, CA, CB | MBI, name, or date of birth doesn't match CMS records | Pharmacy | Pharmacy verifies MBI with your current red, white, and blue card. You may need to call 1-800-MEDICARE. |
| 52 | Old or incorrect beneficiary identifier | Pharmacy | Give them your current card -- not an old number. |
| 65 | Eligibility failed | Depends on message | Read the full message. See the Code 65 section below. |
| 15 | Invalid date | Pharmacy | Submit a valid date. |
| 4X | Invalid patient-residence code for long-term care | Pharmacy | Submit a valid patient-residence code. |
| U7 | Invalid pharmacy-service type for long-term care | Pharmacy | Submit a valid pharmacy-service type. |
Prescriber and pharmacy records
| Code | What it means | Who acts | Next step |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | Invalid prescriber identifier | Pharmacy/prescriber | Correct and resubmit a valid prescriber identifier. |
| 42, 56, 71 | Prescriber inactive, not found, or not eligible | Pharmacy/prescriber | Pharmacist verifies prescriber and may resubmit using submission clarification code 42 when CMS's stated condition is met. |
| 619 | Valid Type 1 NPI required | Pharmacy/prescriber | Resubmit with a valid prescriber NPI. |
| 543 | Foreign prescriber identifier not allowed | -- | CMS lists no Bridge resolution. |
| 929 | Precluded prescriber | -- | CMS lists no Bridge resolution. |
| 930 | Precluded pharmacy | -- | CMS lists no Bridge resolution. |
| A1 | Sanctioned prescriber | -- | CMS lists no Bridge resolution. |
| A2 | Deceased prescriber | -- | CMS lists no Bridge resolution. |
Claim history and technical
| Code | What it means | Who acts | Next step |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Claim submitted too late | -- | CMS lists no Bridge resolution. |
| 82 | Claim is postdated | -- | CMS lists no Bridge resolution. |
| 83 | Duplicate paid or captured claim | -- | CMS lists no Bridge resolution for the duplicate transaction. |
| 85 | Processor or switch temporarily unavailable | Pharmacy | Nothing's wrong on your end. Ask them to retry. |
| R8 | Claim format problem | Pharmacy | The pharmacy corrects the NCPDP claim format. |
All codes from the CMS Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Pharmacy NCPDP Reject Code Troubleshooting Reference Tool. Source checked . Where the table says "CMS lists no resolution," the reference tool publishes no correction step -- your pharmacy or prescriber will need to work it out with the program directly.
Code 65 is the one that needs the full message
Code 65 is an eligibility failure, but it covers several very different situations -- and they route to different agencies. The accompanying message tells you which one.
- Deceased status, no Part D enrollment, or ineligible plan type → 1-800-MEDICARE
- Prior Part D GLP-1 coverage during 2026 → 1-800-MEDICARE to understand eligibility
- Not-lawfully-present or incarceration record → Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (only when message directs you there)
Ask for the full message, not just "code 65." Calling the wrong agency costs you days.
Don't restart your authorization over a code 79
Someone hears "denied," gets worried, and calls their doctor asking them to redo the whole prior authorization. If the returned code is 79, address the timing edit first. Redoing an unexpired PA won't move your date up.
Four different problems. Four different owners:
- 79 → timing. Wait, then retry.
- 75 → authorization. Your prescriber acts.
- 70 → wrong product. Prescription needs rewriting.
- 76 / E7 → wrong amount or package. Pharmacy fixes the claim.
One question -- what's the code and the message? -- sorts all of it.
Do I need a new prior authorization for a refill or a dose change?
Current Medicare GLP-1 Bridge prior authorization approvals are valid through December 31, 2027 for refills of the same covered GLP-1, including dose changes. A new prior authorization is required only when switching to a different covered GLP-1 drug. The authorization does not replace the need for a valid prescription with refills remaining.
Source: CMS Information for Pharmacies; Medicare.gov. Source checked .
| Your change | New prescription? | New Bridge PA? | Who acts first |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same drug, same dose | Only if refills ran out | No | Pharmacy reruns |
| Same drug, new dose | Yes -- for the new dose and package | No | Prescriber, then pharmacy |
| Same brand, different formulation | Yes | CMS hasn't clarified | Verify with Bridge processor first |
| Different covered GLP-1 | Yes | Yes | Pharmacy submits → prescriber completes |
| Prescription has no refills left | Yes | No | Prescriber |
| Code 75 after an existing approval | Depends | Possibly | Pharmacy checks the transmission |
Same drug, same dose
No new authorization. The pharmacy reruns the claim under your existing approval. It can still reject -- for timing, for a Medicare number mismatch, for a wrong package. But not because your approval expired.
Same drug, higher dose
Still no new authorization. Titrating up doesn't reset anything, and your copay stays at $50. What you do need is a current prescription for the new dose and the correct package for it. If the submitted quantity or package doesn't match CMS's accepted product data, the claim may return code 76 or E7.
A different GLP-1
New authorization required. Here's the sequence, which surprises people:
- 1Your prescriber sends the new prescription to the pharmacy.
- 2The pharmacy submits it to the Bridge first.
- 3The claim comes back requiring prior authorization.
- 4The pharmacy typically transmits that request to your prescriber electronically or by fax within 24-72 hours.
- 5Your prescriber completes and submits it.
- 6CMS communicates the decision within 72 hours of submission.
- 7The pharmacy reruns the claim.
Your approval and your prescription are two different things
Can I appeal a Bridge prior authorization denial?
No. CMS says the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge has no formal appeals process. If information was entered incorrectly, or if updated or additional information becomes available, your prescriber may submit a new PA form. If your denial came from a data entry problem -- a wrong BMI date, a missing chart note -- a corrected resubmission is your path, and it's often fast.
Does my pharmacy need a Part D denial first?
No. CMS says an apparently eligible weight-management claim may be sent directly to the Bridge. The Bridge claim itself may return code 75 to start the prior authorization workflow. If your pharmacy is trying to run it through your Part D plan first and getting rejections, that's a routing problem -- point them to the Bridge BIN (028918) and PCN (MEDDGLP1BR).
Does the prescription have to say "Medicare GLP-1 Bridge"?
CMS recommends including the diagnosis or a Bridge notation to help routing, but it is not required for the pharmacy to submit an apparently eligible claim.
Can I get an early Bridge refill before a trip?
CMS allows a vacation fill through a pharmacy point-of-sale process using submission clarification code 003. CMS does not provide a manual vacation override, so the pharmacy must submit the clarification correctly with the claim. The vacation code does not apply to lost, stolen, or broken medication.
Source: CMS Information for Pharmacies; Bridge payer sheet. Source checked .
A submission clarification code is a short flag a pharmacy adds to a claim to explain why it's being submitted outside the normal rules. Code 003 is the one for vacation supplies. There's no phone number to call for approval on this -- your pharmacy submits code 003 with the claim at the point of sale.
What to say at the counter
"This is an approved Medicare GLP-1 Bridge prescription and I'll be away before my normal refill date. Can you submit the vacation fill using submission clarification code 003?"
Print that or show your pharmacist this screen. Naming the code points pharmacy staff straight to the right claim field.
Before you travel
- Call before the day you leave -- not the morning of
- Confirm your prescription actually has a refill left
- Confirm the exact covered product and package
- Have your current Medicare card with you
- Ask them to run the claim, not just guess at the answer
- If it fails, get the exact code and message before you walk out
We can't promise every vacation fill goes through. CMS provides the mechanism. Your pharmacy's submission and your specific claim history determine the outcome.
What if my medication is lost, stolen, broken, or got too warm?
CMS does not publish an override for lost or stolen medication under the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge, and the payer sheet says the vacation clarification code does not apply to lost, stolen, or broken medication. Contact the dispensing pharmacy and the manufacturer before using a product you believe was damaged. The Bridge central processor does not accept paper claims or direct member reimbursement.
| Situation | CMS mechanism | Code 003? | Manual override? | Call first |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacation / early travel fill | Pharmacy submits code 003 at point of sale | Yes | No | Your pharmacy |
| Lost medication | No published Bridge override | No | No | Pharmacy, then prescriber |
| Stolen medication | No published Bridge override | No | No | Pharmacy, then prescriber |
| Broken pen or damaged package | Vacation code does not apply (payer sheet) | No | No | Pharmacy, then manufacturer |
| Temperature exposure | Not a Bridge claim question | No | No | Pharmacist, then manufacturer |
| You already paid cash | Processor doesn't accept paper claims or member reimbursement | No | No | 1-800-MEDICARE -- before you pay |
| Partial fill attempted | Not supported (code RK) | No | No | Pharmacy |
Lost or stolen
There's no published Bridge override. Call your pharmacy and prescriber promptly to ask what non-Bridge options may exist -- but don't assume an early replacement claim will pay.
Broken pen or damaged package
The vacation code doesn't cover this. Your pharmacy may need to contact the manufacturer directly. Keep the packaging and the lot number. Don't throw anything away, and don't assume manufacturer replacement is automatic.
Left out of the fridge
Storage limits differ by product. Use the product's current FDA-approved labeling or manufacturer instructions, confirmed by your pharmacist, before you use it. Your specific product's label governs -- not general advice.
Don't pay cash expecting Medicare to pay you back
Can I get a 60-day or 90-day Bridge fill?
No. The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge covers one full monthly package per fill -- 28 days for the applicable injections or 30 days for the applicable tablets. Sixty-day, 90-day, transition, and partial fills are not available under the program.
A 28-day product can require about 13 fills in 364 days; a 30-day product about 12 fills in 360 days. That's a different rhythm than four 90-day fills a year.
Exactly what quantity CMS lists
Wrong quantity is a preventable rejection. CMS publishes the exact quantities used to resolve code 76. If you see 76 or E7, compare the submitted quantity, NDC, and package against this table.
| Covered product | Formulation | CMS-listed quantity | Days' supply | Dose change needs new PA? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foundayo | Tablets | 30 tablets | 30 days | No |
| Wegovy | Tablets | 30 tablets | 30 days | No |
| Wegovy | Injection | 2 mL or 3 mL | 28 days | No |
| Wegovy HD | Injection | 3 mL | 28 days | No |
| Zepbound KwikPen | Injection | 2.4 mL | 28 days | No |
What happens if I switch from one covered GLP-1 to another?
Switching to a different covered GLP-1 requires a new Bridge prior authorization. Your existing approval covers the specific drug it was issued for. The new authorization process follows the same sequence as your original -- pharmacy submits, claim returns PA-required, pharmacy transmits to prescriber, prescriber completes, CMS decides within 72 hours.
See the full 7-step sequence in the prior authorization section above. The key thing to know: a denied Bridge claim must exist before the prescriber submits the new PA. That "denial" is step two of the process, not a verdict.
For package quantities to avoid a code 76 or E7 on the new drug, see the quantity table above. For NDC-level identifiers, see the current Bridge-eligible NDC guide.
What CMS hasn't answered yet
These are questions we couldn't answer from any current CMS source. We'd rather leave them blank than fill them in with a guess.
| Question | Current CMS status | Where to verify |
|---|---|---|
| Does switching between Wegovy injection and Wegovy tablets require a new PA? | CMS hasn't addressed this specifically in published materials. | Bridge processor or prescriber line (855-273-0102) |
| What is the 2027 lookback period for prior Part D GLP-1 coverage? | CMS hasn't determined. The 2026 rule bars people whose Part D plan paid for a covered GLP-1 in 2026. | CMS.gov after 2026 announcement |
| Can an in-process Bridge claim be transferred between pharmacies? | CMS hasn't addressed pharmacy-to-pharmacy transfer mechanics for Bridge claims. | Your new pharmacy and prescriber |
If CMS clarifies these, this page gets updated and the change gets logged in the methodology section with the date and source checked.
What are my alternatives if the Bridge doesn't work for me?
This section comes last on purpose. The troubleshooting on this page fixes most Bridge problems. Use the alternatives only after confirming the Bridge genuinely can't serve you.
Part D: If your GLP-1 is prescribed for a Part D-covered indication -- type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, MASH, or cardiovascular risk reduction -- that claim has to go through your drug plan anyway. Part D coverage-exception and appeal rights apply through your plan.
Manufacturer pricing: NovoCare (Wegovy, Ozempic), LillyDirect (Zepbound), and direct manufacturer channels offer price-matched options for some patients. Terms vary by product and change frequently.
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| Claim | Provider-stated | Material limitation |
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| Price matching | Ro states cash-pay prices match LillyDirect, NovoCare, and TrumpRx | We did not run a same-day drug-and-dose comparison. Verify by your specific drug and dose. |
| Medicare cash-pay availability | Certain cash-pay options may be available to people with Medicare | Not a Medicare benefit; not connected to the Bridge |
| Membership terms | Automatic renewal until canceled | Paid fees are non-refundable; cancel at least 48 hours before renewal to avoid another charge |
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Get my personalized treatment path plan →How did The RX Index verify these Medicare GLP-1 Bridge refill rules?
We compared current primary materials from CMS and Medicare rather than relying on provider marketing or secondary summaries. The research set included the CMS pharmacy page, the pharmacy reject-code reference tool, the Bridge payer sheet, the CMS provider page, CMS Part D plan guidance, and Medicare.gov beneficiary guidance.
Our source order:
- 1.CMS.gov and Medicare.gov first
- 2.Current CMS forms, payer sheets, and operational documents second
- 3.Neutral policy analysis for context only
- 4.Pharmacy and patient forums for language and friction only -- never for coverage or regulatory claims
- 5.Provider and affiliate pages excluded entirely from rule verification
What we verified directly: fill quantities, timing threshold, same-drug and dose-change rules, different-drug authorization rule, no-appeals rule, program expiration, package quantities, vacation process, lost and damaged medication limitations, every published rejection code, cost treatment, and current help channels. We did not submit a test claim or call CMS.
Change log
- -- Initial publication. Verified against current CMS Bridge materials.
This page explains Medicare program and pharmacy claim rules. It does not determine whether a medication or dose is right for you, and it does not replace advice from your prescriber or pharmacist.
Frequently Asked Questions About Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Refills
How early can I refill a 28-day Bridge prescription?
CMS uses a more-than-75% threshold, which puts the estimated retry point at the recorded fill date plus about 22 calendar days. The pharmacy's claim response determines the actual date.
How early can I refill a 30-day Bridge prescription?
About 23 calendar days after the recorded fill date, based on the same threshold. Treat it as an estimate, not a guaranteed payable date.
Does a dose increase require a new prior authorization?
No -- not when you stay on the same covered GLP-1. You still need a current prescription and the correct package for the new dose.
Does switching from Wegovy to Zepbound require a new prior authorization?
Yes. Switching to a different covered GLP-1 requires a new Bridge authorization.
Does switching from Wegovy injection to Wegovy tablets require a new one?
CMS hasn't addressed this in its public materials. Have your pharmacy or prescriber verify with the Bridge processor before assuming your current approval carries over.
Can I appeal a Bridge prior authorization denial?
No. CMS says the Bridge has no formal appeals process. If information was entered incorrectly, or new information is available, your prescriber may submit a new PA form.
Can I get a 90-day Bridge fill?
No. The Bridge allows one 28- or 30-day supply per fill.
Can the pharmacy fill early because I'm traveling?
It can submit a vacation fill using submission clarification code 003. CMS does not provide a manual vacation override.
What happens if my medication is lost or stolen?
CMS publishes no Bridge override for this. Contact your pharmacy and prescriber quickly, and call Medicare before paying full price out of pocket.
What is reject code 79?
Refill too soon. CMS tells pharmacies to resubmit after more than 75% of the prior days' supply has been used.
What does reject code 65 mean?
An eligibility failure. Ask for the full message -- it may point to Medicare enrollment, plan type, prior Part D GLP-1 coverage, or a Social Security record issue, and each routes to a different place.
Why does the pharmacy need my Medicare number?
The Bridge processor uses your current Medicare Beneficiary Identifier to check enrollment and eligibility and to process the claim.
Can I pay cash and get reimbursed?
No. The Bridge central processor does not accept paper claims or direct member reimbursement.
Does Extra Help lower the $50?
No. Because the Bridge operates outside the Part D payment flow, low-income subsidy cost-sharing doesn't apply to it.
Can secondary insurance or a coupon cover part of the $50?
No. The Bridge doesn't coordinate benefits with another payer, and coupons and discount programs can't be applied to a Bridge claim.
Can I split the $50 across months with the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan?
No. Bridge drugs aren't eligible for that plan.
Does my pharmacy need a Part D denial before billing the Bridge?
No. CMS says an apparently eligible weight-management claim may be sent directly to the Bridge.
Who should call the Bridge Pharmacy Help Desk?
Your pharmacy. That line (844-673-0910) is for pharmacies. For your own enrollment or eligibility questions, call 1-800-MEDICARE at 1-800-633-4227.
When does my Bridge authorization expire?
December 31, 2027 -- unless you switch to a different covered GLP-1, which requires a new one.
Is compounded semaglutide covered by the Bridge?
No. The payer sheet states compounds are not allowed. Only the named FDA-approved products are included.
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