Ask Rhode Island Lawmakers to Protect Coverage for Obesity Medications

Background: For nearly a decade, Rhode Island Medicaid beneficiaries have had access to obesity management medications (OMMs) to support their health and quality of life. Now, Governor McKee’s proposed EOHHS 2027 budget would eliminate that coverage. Removing coverage would create significant barriers to care and limit treatment options for individuals seeking to manage their health.

Obesity is a complex, chronic disease that requires access to evidence-based care. It should be treated the same as other chronic diseases, such as diabetes and hypertension, where consistent access to treatment is essential for managing health and preventing complications.

Take Action Now: Use OAC’s advocacy tool below to tell Rhode Island lawmakers to protect Medicaid coverage for obesity management medications.

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