Is Mounjaro still on shortage?

FDA officially declared the tirzepatide shortage RESOLVED in October 2024. This triggered the 503A compounding wind-down — compounded tirzepatide must cease within 60 days of FDA shortage resolution declaration. Regional supply intermittency persists at some doses (5mg, 7.5mg are most common gaps). If your pharmacy is out, check: another local pharmacy, LillyDirect cash-pay ($549/month maintenance), telehealth compounders before their wind-down deadline. Brand Mounjaro is the most reliable supply path post-shortage.

Does Aetna cover Mounjaro? Coverage, PA, and cash-pay (2026)

About Aetna

How Aetna handles GLP-1s

Aetna (CVS Health subsidiary) covers GLP-1s through standard commercial formularies and Aetna Medicare Advantage. Weight-loss indication generally requires BMI documentation.

Prior authorization

What Aetna requires for Mounjaro

T2D diagnosis + metformin trial. A1C ≥ 7.0 typically required.

When coverage fails

Cash-pay route

Manufacturer savings card $25/mo for commercial insurance patients.

Editorial notes

Aetna may require step therapy through Ozempic for new starters in some plans.

Other drugs on Aetna

Aetna Wegovy →
Aetna Zepbound →
Aetna Ozempic →
Aetna Saxenda →

Mounjaro on other insurers

Blue Cross Blue Shield Mounjaro →
Cigna Mounjaro →
UnitedHealthcare Mounjaro →
Humana Mounjaro →
Kaiser Permanente Mounjaro →
Anthem Mounjaro →

Editorial summary, not legal or medical advice. Insurance formularies change quarterly. Verify with your specific plan member services before relying on any single source. Copay ranges reflect typical commercial plans; your plan may differ.