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Zepbound Eligibility with BMI 28 + Sleep Apnea
Good news - you likely qualify! In 2024, the FDA expanded Zepbound's approval specifically for obese or overweight adults (BMI ≥27) with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). A BMI of 28 meets that threshold.
The criteria you'd need to meet:
- BMI ≥27 ✅ (you have 28)
- Diagnosed moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea ✅
- Typically confirmed with a sleep study
Online Prescribers Worth Considering
Ro Body (ro.co) - Has physician network experienced with GLP-1s, straightforward intake process
Hims & Hers - Offers obesity medicine consultations, widely available
Henry (henryhealth.com) - Focuses specifically on metabolic health and weight management
Found - Combines medication with behavioral coaching
Sesame Care - Connects you with independent doctors, often lower consultation fees
Practical Tips
- Bring your sleep apnea diagnosis (sleep study results help a lot)
- Check insurance coverage - Zepbound can be expensive (~$550+/month) without it
- Ask about the Zepbound savings card from Eli Lilly if paying out of pocket
A telehealth doctor will make the final call, but your situation looks favorable. Would you like more detail on any of these services?