<ul><li>The average cost of employer-sponsored health insurance increased to $16,501 per employee in 2024.</li><li>Prescription drug costs, particularly for GLP-1 drugs for diabetes and weight loss, contributed to the cost increase.</li><li>Coverage for obesity drugs among large employers increased to 44% in 2024.</li><li>Employers are implementing strategies to manage costs and ensure the medications are used by those who will benefit the most.</li></ul>

GLP-1 drug coverage for obesity making inroads with large employers: Mercer

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