Weight loss medication
Prescription medications for weight loss can be effective tools to help qualified candidates meet their health goals. These FDA-approved medicines are offered as part of medically supervised health programs that include weight loss education, resources and support.
Self-screening: Are you a good candidate for HCA Healthcare’s Medical Weight Loss program?
Use this quick self-check to see if you may be a good fit. You’ll still need a medical evaluation to confirm eligibility.
Am I eligible for HCA Healthcare's GLP-1 Medical Weight Loss program?
To be considered, you must meet the following guidelines:
- Be 18 years of age or older, and
- Meet one of these BMI criteria:
- BMI 30 or higher, or
- BMI 27–29.9 and you have at least one weight-related medical condition, such as: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, heart disease, prediabetes or type 2 diabetes.
If you do not meet one of the criteria above, you are not eligible for HCA Healthcare’s Medical Weight Loss program.
Will insurance cover my visits and weight loss medications?
Clinic visits associated with HCA Healthcare’s GLP-1 Medical Weight Loss Program are provided on a “self-pay” or “cash-only” basis. Similar services may be covered by your insurance if obtained from another provider or in a different setting. Depending on your insurance, you may be able to receive those services at lower cost elsewhere.
Prescriptions are submitted directly to the manufacturer’s program for fulfillment. Insurance coverage for GLP-1 medications varies and may not apply in this case. If the medication is not covered or is cost-prohibitive, the manufacturer may offer savings programs or discounts that could help reduce your out-of-pocket cost.
Can I take weight loss medication if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
To be eligible, you must not be pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to become pregnant.
Can my medical history affect my eligibility to participate in HCA Healthcare’s GLP-1 Medical Weight Loss program?
You are not eligible if any of the following apply:
- You or a close family member has had medullary thyroid cancer or Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia type 2 (MEN2)
- You have ever had pancreatitis
- You have significant stomach/digestive conditions such as gastroparesis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), severe GERD or gallbladder disease
- You have chronic kidney disease or significantly reduced kidney function
You have had a severe allergic reaction to a GLP-1 medication (such as semaglutide, liraglutide or similar)
Does meeting these basic qualifications mean I’m automatically accepted into HCA Healthcare’s GLP-1 Medical Weight Loss program?
This self-screen is for information only and does not guarantee acceptance into the program. If you appear eligible, your next step will be a medical evaluation where a provider will confirm whether treatment is appropriate and safe for you.
Our commitment to you
We are here to support you through your weight loss journey with personalized guidance, regular check-ins and a focus on long-term success. Your care team will work with you to build healthy habits that complement your medication and help you feel your best.