Teladoc Health Inc. (TDOC) saw its stock soar 5.20% during intraday trading on Thursday, following the announcement of a pharmacy integration agreement with Eli Lilly's LillyDirect pharmacy partner, Gifthealth. This agreement will provide Teladoc Health members enrolled in its Comprehensive Weight Care Program with access to the FDA-approved obesity drug Zepbound® (tirzepatide) through a self-pay option.
The integration with Gifthealth allows eligible Teladoc Health members without insurance coverage for glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1s) for obesity to have single-use Zepbound® vials delivered directly to their homes. This move aims to reduce barriers to high-quality care and help members afford transformative FDA-approved treatments while avoiding the potential risks of compounded medications.
In addition to clinically appropriate medication access, Teladoc Health's Comprehensive Weight Care Program offers a multi-disciplinary, evidence-based approach with support from licensed clinicians, registered dietitians, and expert health coaches. Members receive personalized lifestyle coaching, nutrition counseling, mental health support, and proven behavior change resources to help manage and maintain a healthy weight.
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