All benefits-eligible faculty and staff, including those who do not participate in a Purdue health plan, and spouses and dependents covered on a Purdue health plan.

Note: To enroll in the program, individuals do not have to be taking a weight loss medication currently and individuals can enroll without taking any medications.

The program outline follows a four month and beyond schedule:

Month 1

• Meet with a CHL health coach/dietitian
• Review weight loss goals
• Determine nutrition and exercise plan
• Meet with CHL provider/pharmacist to review medications and discuss proposed medication treatment, if applicable

Month 2

• Meet with CHL health coach/dietitian
• Change nutrition and exercise plan as needed
• Meet with CHL provider/pharmacist to discuss any medication side effects and review nutrition and exercise progress

Month 3

• Meet with CHL health coach/dietitian
• Review weight loss goals
• Get labs done for three-month mark

• Meet a minimum of every three months
• Repeat labs every three months for monitoring
• Contact pharmacist, dietitian or behavioral health counselor as needed

Participation in the CHL’s weight management program is required to receive prescription coverage for any weight loss medication. That means if a GLP-1 or another (non-GLP-1) weight loss medication is part of your treatment, then you must be enrolled in the CHL program for prescription coverage of that particular medication.

If you are not enrolled in the CHL weight management program by June 30, 2025, then the cost of your weight loss medications will no longer be covered by your Purdue health plan beginning July 1, 2025.

Note: Only CHL providers may prescribe weight loss medications under AffirmedRx. A Healthcare Navigator will be able to assist you as you transition your care to a CHL provider.

To enroll in the program, call the CHL at 765-494-0111.

ELIGIBILITY AND ENROLLMENT QUESTIONS

Who is eligible to participate in the program?

All benefits-eligible faculty and staff, including those who do not participate in a Purdue health plan, and spouses and dependents covered on a Purdue health plan.

Note: To enroll in the program, individuals do not have to be taking a weight loss medication currently and individuals can enroll without taking any medications.

How do I enroll in the program?

To enroll in the program, call the Center for Healthy Living at 765-494-0111.

How much does the program cost?

The program is free to all benefit eligible employees and their dependents that are covered under a Purdue health plan.

If I am not on Purdue’s insurance, am I eligible to participate in the program?

Yes, benefits eligible employees, even those not enrolled in the Purdue medical plan, are eligible to participate.

There are only pharmacists located at the West Lafayette clinic. Will I have to meet in-person with a pharmacist on the West Lafayette campus?

For virtual participants, and those located on the Purdue Fort Wayne and Purdue Northwest campuses participating in-person, you will be given the option to meet virtually with a pharmacist on the West Lafayette campus. West Lafayette in-person participants will still need to meet in-person with the pharmacist.

PROGRAM AND WEIGHT LOSS MEDICATION QUESTIONS

How does the program work?

Refer to the ‘How the Program Works’ accordion heading above. Participants must meet criteria outlined in the Weight Management Program Acknowledgement to continue participation in the program. The acknowledgement will be provided to participants during the first appointment.

Do I have to take a weightloss medication if I enroll in the program?

No, if you enroll in the program, you do not have to be prescribed a weightloss medication. You do not have to currently be taking a weightloss medication to enroll.

What happens if i am taking a weightloss medication and do not enroll into the program?

If you are taking a weightloss medication and do not enroll in the program by June 30, 2025, the cost of your weightloss medication will no longer be covered beginning July 1, 2025.

Is there an exception process?

If you are currently taking weight loss medications and have a clinical need to continue your care with your existing prescriber, please have your medical provider prescribing weight loss medications complete and submit the letter of medical necessity form and send to the Center for Healthy Living (CHL) for review. To obtain the letter of medical necessity, please reach out to the Center for Healthy Living at 765-494-0111.

How long does the program last?

You will work with a health coach to determine program duration and desired health goals. Those taking a weightloss medication must participate in the program for as long as they are taking the medication.

Can I attend appointments in paid status?

Staff and faculty should use sick time for appointments with any healthcare provider that could not be scheduled outside of working hours. Flex time may be permissible at supervisor discretion.

What happens if I miss or reschedule an appointment?

If you miss or reschedule more than one session in a row with a provider or health coach, you will be discharged from the program. Participants must meet criteria outlined in the Weight Management Program Acknowledgement to continue participation in the program. The acknowledgement will be provided to participants during the first appointment.

What is an InBody scan and how much does it cost?

An InBody Scan is a non-invasive body composition analysis that measure body fat, muscle mass, and water weight. The scan is no cost to you.

Note: Virtual patients will work with their health coach to locate an InBody Scan near them. The patient will pay for the scan and be reimbursed by the Center for Healthy Living. HSA/FSA funds are not eligible to pay for an InBody Scan.

What do I do with my used injection pens?

Program participants taking injectable weightloss medications will be given a container by the Center for Healthy Living to dispose of their injection pens. Once the container is full, or you have been discharged from the program, you will bring the container back to the Center for Healthy Living for disposal.

Program specifics

• Questions about the program can be directed to the CHL at 765-494-0111.

Prescription coverage

• Questions regarding prescription coverage of weight loss medications can be directed to an AffirmedRX Patient Care Advocate via email at PCA@AffirmedRx.com or via the 24/7 phone line at 877-828-1049.

Transitioning care to the CHL

• For help transitioning your weight loss care to a CHL provider, you can contact the CHL at 765-494-0111 or contact a Healthcare Navigator at healthcarenavigation@121.health to assist you.