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What Osteoporosis medicines are likely to be approved

Posted by stoltzks1956 @stoltzks1956, Dec 18, 2025

I am needing Osteoporosis meds now. I understand it is hard to get approved for any osteoporosis meds from insurance. I have looked on the company’s websites and I won’t qualify for their discount because I have Medicare. I will not be able to pay for any on my own. Anyone have suggestions on how to proceed.?

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laura1970 | @laura1970 | Dec 27, 2025
In reply to @rjd "My experience has been that 'SHIPS' can be either really helpful or not. Depends on the..." + (show)
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My experience has been that 'SHIPS' can be either really helpful or not. Depends on the state and the resources it puts into this program. But it is a good first effort.

There are many programs for help with medical assistance if your income is below certain thresholds. Medicaid would likely be the most helpful but there are also other income-based programs available for Medicare enrollees. But you have to learn about them.

The place I would go to for counseling assistance if I became stymied is the Medicare Rights Center 800-333-4114, which does not charge a fee like a private advocacy business. Best of luck.

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@rjd I’m adding that to my contacts rn, thanks!

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yvettenie | @yvettenie | Dec 27, 2025

Generic Forteo(Teraparatide) has been covered after I reach my deductible. $1300 for first prescription, then no cost soon after that. I have Well Care insurance. Good luck!

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