By: Brandon Newman, CEO of Xevant

Employee benefits and preferences are due for a revamp in 2025, and one trend is rapidly gaining traction: the integration of medical weight loss solutions into employer-sponsored healthcare. Once considered a niche concern, weight management is now a pivotal factor in recruitment and retention.

The growing popularity of GLP-1 medications — such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound — has significantly changed how employees evaluate job opportunities. A recent 9amHealth survey revealed that 73 percent of workers consider coverage for these medications an “important factor” when deciding whether to stay at or accept a job. That’s a sharp increase from 67 percent in late 2023. More strikingly, 31 percent of employees would even switch jobs if it meant gaining access to GLP-1 coverage, up from 21 percent just months ago.

For employers, this presents both an opportunity and a challenge. On one hand, offering coverage for these medications may enhance workforce satisfaction, productivity, and long-term health outcomes. Conversely, the cost of covering GLP-1s for weight loss has sent insurance premiums soaring, making it increasingly difficult for companies to sustain these benefits.

So, how can organizations provide competitive, effective weight loss solutions without facing unsustainable financial burdens?

The High Cost of GLP-1s: A Growing Employer Concern

GLP-1 medications were initially developed to treat diabetes, but their effectiveness in promoting weight loss has driven skyrocketing demand. However, this demand has led to supply shortages and steep price tags — costs that ultimately trickle down to employers offering health coverage.

Data shows that the number of companies covering GLP-1s for at least some uses has more than doubled, from 30 percent to 63 percent.

However, as more employers add these drugs to their health plans, they face difficult cost management decisions. Traditional insurance models struggle to keep up or even eliminate coverage, forcing businesses to explore new ways to provide these benefits without compromising their bottom line.

This is where Ivím at Work, in collaboration with Xevant, is introducing a new approach.

Ivím at Work with Xevant: A Smarter Approach to Employer-Sponsored Weight Loss Solutions

Ivím at Work is designed to help employers offer a comprehensive, medically managed weight loss benefit at a sustainable cost. This program provides a structured, clinically supported approach to GLP-1 access and helps employees receive the proper treatment at the right time while employers maintain financial control.

What Sets Ivím at Work Apart?

• Improved Access at Lower Costs: We help employees obtain the necessary medications while assisting employers to mitigate financial strain.
• Personalized Care Management: Every participant receives expert clinical oversight and a customized health plan tailored to their needs.
• Flexible Benefit Structures: Employers can implement cost-sharing arrangements, adjust coverage levels, and integrate wellness initiatives to maximize impact.
• Advanced Technology & Support: Our user-friendly platform allows employees to track their progress, access educational resources, and engage with a supportive community—all in one place.
• Sustainable Health Outcomes: Ivim at Work goes beyond just medication access; our program promotes long-term weight management, reduces future healthcare costs, and improves overall workforce well-being.

With Ivím at Work, businesses no longer must choose between offering in-demand weight loss benefits and maintaining financial stability. Instead, they gain a strategic advantage in the competitive job market, attracting great talent while fostering a healthier, more engaged workforce.

Why Employers Need to Act Now

The demand for weight loss medications in the workplace isn’t going away — it’s only increasing. Companies that proactively implement sustainable weight management benefits will be leaders in employee wellness and retention.

As businesses navigate this shift, they need solutions that go beyond covering traditional medications or basic coverage. They need a comprehensive approach that balances accessibility, affordability, and long-term health outcomes.

Ivím at Work provides that balance. We offer advanced corporate medical weight loss solutions by integrating expert clinical management, cost-effective benefit structures, and cutting-edge technology.

The Future of Workplace Benefits Starts Here

Employees are making it clear: weight loss coverage matters. Employers who embrace this reality will enhance their recruitment efforts and foster a more productive, healthier workforce. If your organization seeks a more innovative way to provide weight loss benefits, now is the time to act.

Discover how Ivím at Work can transform your employee benefits strategy today here.

Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or legal advice. Employers should consult with healthcare professionals and benefits consultants before implementing any weight loss or pharmaceutical coverage programs. All medication use should be supervised by licensed medical providers.

Published by Joseph T.