She estimates it could take three to four months before patients actually receive the drugs at the reduced price.
The Bridge program is only slated to run until the end of 2027.
Dorothea Vafiadis, senior strategist for healthy aging at the National Council on Aging, warned that obesity is not a temporary problem.
“People are scratching their heads, saying: ‘What will I do then?’” she said.
Despite the uncertainties, physicians hope the program will help more seniors start treatment.
Dr. Weber said he talks with at least five patients daily who could benefit but cannot afford the drugs.
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Carmin, a Denver healthcare worker who has experienced significant weight swings, is saving for retirement and hopes to use the Bridge program to finally try a GLP-1.
