What Medicare will add in 2027 and how to take advantage of it

A $50 option for GLP-1 drugs, expanded virtual care, and lower costs on 15 more medicines. Here is what is changing and how to use it.

Much of the attention on Medicare this fall will center on costs such as premiums, deductibles, and copays. Those details matter.

Still, the more notable change for 2027 is what Medicare will begin offering. A few of the updates could make a meaningful difference in your health care or your budget, and they are worth understanding before you choose a plan.

You will want to review your options before the enrollment deadline.

The big new benefit: GLP-1 drugs for $50 a month

GLP-1 drugs have been among the most discussed medicines in recent years, and for many Medicare beneficiaries they have remained financially out of reach. A new program, called the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge, is designed to make them more accessible for people seeking help with weight loss.

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