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When a person takes semaglutide, it mimics the actions of GLP-1 by slowing digestion, reducing hunger, and stabilizing blood sugar
Laboratory findings of markedly elevated B12 levels discovered incidentally should prompt GP review, particularly if you are not taking supplements
It works as a dual GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) and GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonist meaning it mimics the natural hormones your body uses to regulate appetite and digestion
Methods This analysis mapped ICD-10 codes to the clinical criteria specified by CMS for the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge and utilized the 2023 20% Research Identifiable File (RIF) Medicare Fee-For-Service Claims and Medicare Advantage Encounter Data to create condition flags, along with the Part D Prescription Drug Event data to create a flag for GLP-1 use