For example, if you're in the hospital and your doctor orders medically necessary B12 shots to treat anemia, a gastrointestinal disorder, neuropathy, or some other health issue caused by B12 deficiency, Medicare Part A may provide coverage
Blindly following the escalation schedule to maximum dosing adds cost and side effect burden without necessarily improving outcomes
Booking several appointments ahead ensures you wont face delays in your treatment timeline
Patients should consult their healthcare provider to find the best option and learn about available savings programs
Limitations include that the data came from 1 health system in the US, most patients were white, and it was unknown why patients were prescribed this medication, although 93% were diabetic
The news that weight-loss jabs are being investigated for potentially causing pancreatitis in hundreds of people may trigger a chorus of I told you so in people who are against obesity medicines on principle