GLP-1 Weight-Loss Cost: Is the $250M Benefit Worth It?

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Steve Boese

Co-Founder and Chief Data Officer of H3 HR Advisors and Program Chair, HR Technology Conference

About this episode

Bank of America now spends over $250 million annually on employee GLP-1 coverage, spotlighting the massive GLP-1 weight-loss cost facing modern benefits leaders.

In this episode of Workplace Minute, Steve examines employee expectations, medical ROI, and three actionable ways employers can control their GLP-1 weight-loss cost:

  • Clinical Gatekeeping: Enforce strict prior authorization and step-therapy protocols.

  • Integrated Support: Mandate lifestyle coaching alongside medication.

  • Plan Redesign: Negotiate value-based contracts and adjust cost-sharing.

 

 

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August 17, 2026

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