Does Veterans Affairs (VA) cover Wegovy?

Covered (prior auth required)

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Reviewed by the glpzoom Editorial Team against primary clinical sources — FDA labeling, peer-reviewed trials, and specialty-society guidelines.

Content current as of June 2026; updated when guidance or availability changes.

Covered for service members and dependents meeting BMI and program participation criteria. PA required.

Where to get Wegovy

Telehealth services that handle Wegovy, useful while prior auth processes or as a cash-pay alternative. We may earn a commission. See disclosure.

Ro
from $145/mo
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Ro Body — branded GLP-1 weight care program
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Hims
from $199/mo
- Best for cash-pay
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Hims Weight Loss — compounded GLP-1 from $199/mo
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Noom Med
from $179/mo
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Noom Med — GLP-1 + behavioral psychology coaching
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Frequently asked

Does Veterans Affairs (VA) cover Wegovy?+

Covered for service members and dependents meeting BMI and program participation criteria. PA required.

Does Veterans Affairs (VA) require prior authorization for Wegovy?+

Yes. Veterans Affairs (VA) requires prior authorization before dispensing Wegovy. Your prescriber submits the request with documentation of medical necessity (BMI, comorbidities, prior therapy). Turnaround is typically 1-4 weeks.