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

About UnitedHealthcare

How UnitedHealthcare handles GLP-1s

UnitedHealthcare (largest US insurer) uses OptumRx for pharmacy benefits. PA pathways are clearly documented and well-staffed.

Prior authorization

What UnitedHealthcare requires for Mounjaro

T2D + metformin trial. A1C ≥ 7.0.

When coverage fails

Cash-pay route

Savings card $25/mo.

Editorial notes

UHC does not require Ozempic step therapy for Mounjaro starters in most plans.

Other drugs on UnitedHealthcare

UnitedHealthcare Wegovy →
UnitedHealthcare Zepbound →
UnitedHealthcare Ozempic →
UnitedHealthcare Saxenda →

Mounjaro on other insurers

Aetna Mounjaro →
Blue Cross Blue Shield Mounjaro →
Cigna 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.