Tirzepatide Injection | Prescription Weight Loss Treatment

Cost with Insurance

With commercial insurance & savings card: Eligible patients may pay as little as $25 per month

How much does tirzepatide cost without insurance?

Without insurance, the cost of tirzepatide is typically around $1,100 per month. The final amount may be less depending on discounts, coupons, and the specific brand-name medication prescribed.

How much does compounded tirzepatide cost?

Compounded tirzepatide typically costs much less than Zepbound or Mounjaro and often contains the same active ingredient as the brand-name versions. It’s not usually covered by insurance and the exact pricing varies  depending on where the prescription is filled.

Access has also narrowed: Following the FDA’s determination that the tirzepatide shortage was resolved, compounded tirzepatide may only  be prescribed in more limited circumstances, generally when a patient has a specific medical need that an FDA-approved version can’t meet.

Compounded medications are custom-made based on a patient’s prescription. While compounding is permitted under federal law in certain circumstances, these medications are not approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and have not undergone the same safety and manufacturing review as FDA-approved medications.

It depends. Some commercial health insurance plans cover Mounjaro, Zepbound, or both. When they do, the savings can be significant — for example, some insured individuals may pay as little as $25 for a monthly prescription of Mounjaro or Zepbound.

When Zepbound, Mounjaro, or both are covered by a plan, they will be listed in the insurance plan’s drug formulary. If not listed, a healthcare provider may be able to request prior authorization when the prescription is a medical necessity.

The Obesity Action Coalition offers a templated prior authorization request and other resources for navigating insurance coverage.

Does Medicare cover tirzepatide?

Starting July 1, 2026, Medicare will offer more affordable access to certain weight loss medications through a temporary pilot program called the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge, which runs through December 31, 2027. Under the program, eligible Medicare Part D beneficiaries pay a flat $50 per month for certain weight loss medications, regardless of dose.

For tirzepatide, only the Zepbound KwikPen is available under the Bridge. Other eligible GLP-1 drugs available through the Bridge program are Wegovy (pens and tablets) and Foundayo. Mounjaro is not included, because it is approved for type 2 diabetes rather than weight loss.

Outside this program, most Medicare Advantage and Part D prescription drug plans do not cover tirzepatide for weight loss. Part D may cover Zepbound when it is prescribed for moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea, depending on the plan’s formulary and prior authorization requirements, and may cover Mounjaro when it is prescribed for type 2 diabetes.

If covered, a portion of the cost may still apply, depending on the plan’s deductible and copays.

Does Medicaid cover tirzepatide?

Some Medicaid programs may cover tirzepatide. As of January 2026, 13 states cover tirzepatide and other GLP-1 medications for weight loss.

Unlike Medicare, which has national standards for coverage, Medicaid coverage varies by state. Contacting a state Medicaid agency or reviewing the plan’s drug formulary can help determine whether tirzepatide is covered.

Tirzepatide may be covered under Medicaid when prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes or another health condition.

How to save on the cost of tirzepatide without insurance

Paying upwards of $1,000 a month for tirzepatide may be out of budget for many people. There are, however, ways to save.

The first is through the manufacturer’s discount programs:

If insurance doesn’t cover Mounjaro: The savings card may provide up to $647 off per month. This discount is reserved for those who are commercially insured but whose plan does not cover Mounjaro.

• If commercially insured: Both Zepbound and Mounjaro may be available for as little as $25 a month, as long as the commercial insurance plan covers the prescription.

Pharmacy coupons and savings cards can also help reduce the cost of tirzepatide. The following online databases allow users to check whether a prescribed medication is eligible for discounts, estimate potential savings, and determine where those savings are accepted (e.g. CVS, Walgreens, and other retailers).

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