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Medical Weight Management

Manage your weight with resources from your health plan. Available at no extra cost for active state employees, non-Medicare retirees, and State Partnership members, and their dependents.

Not sure where to begin? Contact a Care Coordinator.

 

As of July 1, 2023, medications prescribed for weight loss or weight management are only covered if the prescribing provider is part of one of the health plan’s Medical Weight Management Programs.

VIRTUAL WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Administered by
FLYTEHEALTH

FlyteHealth is a virtual medical weight management program that combines medication with lifestyle behavior to help participants improve their health. In addition to virtual check-ins with a medical doctor, a registered dietician and nurse practitioner are available to answer questions and provide support along the way.

Starting July 1, 2025, all state Medical Weight Management participants must pay a $12.50 monthly program fee. This fee is to be collected via bank debit or credit card. The same bank card will be used for any applicable no-show or late cancellation fees. Please look at the FAQ document below for details.

If eligible, you will:
  • Work with a doctor who creates a personalized treatment plan based on your health history, genetics, lifestyle, and readiness to change. This plan may include new or adjusted medications, meal planning, goal setting, and gradual activity increases. You’ll also complete lab tests and a Health Risk Assessment on the FlyteHealth Patient app.
  • Have regular check-ins with your dietitian and nurse practitioner will help monitor your progress, address challenges, and make adjustments as needed. Your care team will stay connected with you through telehealth visits and app communication, providing resources like articles and courses to support your journey.
Frequently Asked Questions

This program is available to state health plan employees and their adult dependents who are 18 years or older.
  • You can join if you have a of BMI of 30 or higher.
  • You can also join if you have a BMI of 27 or higher and have a weight-related health condition like diabetes, sleep apnea, heart disease, or liver disease.
  • To determine your BMI, click here and enter your weight and height into the BMI Calculator.

  1. Apply to see if you’re eligible at joinflyte.com/care-compass. Click the Get Started button and fill out the application form. If you are deemed eligible, you will be automatically enrolled in the FlyteHealth program. If you are not eligible, you will receive an email or phone call with further instructions.
  2. Download the FlyteHealth patient app. You can use the app to log meals, exercise, and your weight. Plus, it has a library of helpful information on losing and maintaining weight.
  3. Complete the checklist in the app. This checklist helps your FlyteHealth care team learn more about you and your health. Lab work and answering the Health Risk Questionnaires are required.

“My provider was wonderful – thorough and knowledgeable and very easy to work with. I’m looking forward to treatment and working as a team to improve my overall health.” – FlyteHealth participant

“This program is amazing! I never got all of these helpful tools, and I never had a dietitian visit before! I just had to figure it out on my own” – FlyteHealth participant

“I joined Flyte to get weight loss medications (at no cost to me) and lost 70 pounds! Now that I’m moving more and being more physically active, I put off scheduling my (knee surgery) because now I’m in less pain.”– FlyteHealth participant
Get started with FlyteHealth
For more information, please CONTACT FLYTEHEALTH at: 866-349-0001 or SUPPORT.ct@FLYTEHEALTH.COM.

In-person weight management

Administered by

As of November 2025, in-person options are now available for Hartford HealthCare’s Medical Weight Loss program and Yale New Haven Health’s Center for Weight Management.

Hartford Healthcare

Managing weight can be challenging, whether due to genetics, health conditions, or a busy lifestyle. Hartford HealthCare’s medical weight management program combines specialists in weight management, behavioral health, nutrition, and exercise to create personalized plans tailored to individual needs. The program provides structured guidance and support to help participants reach their weight goals and build a healthier lifestyle.

Registration Process
  1. Visit joinflyte.com/care-compass.
  2. Click the Get Started button to fill out the application form.
  3. Select Hartford HealthCare’s Medical Weight Loss program.
  4. Complete the checklist in the app, which includes consent forms, Health Risk Assessment (HRA), and lab (blood) work. This checklist helps your care team learn more about you and your health.
  5. A Hartford Healthcare office will call you to set up your first in-person appointment once the checklist is complete. If you need to contact the Medical Weight Loss team, call us at 1-855-792-6258.

Download the FlyteHealth patient app. You can use the app to log meals, exercise, and your weight. The app also includes a library of helpful information on losing and maintaining weight.

About the Program

During your consultation, you will review your goals, undergo a health assessment, and have your body mass index (BMI) calculated. A personalized treatment plan will be recommended, which may include FDA-approved medications and support from registered dietitians and behavioral health specialists. The program is designed to help you find the approach that best fits your health and lifestyle. Medication is just one part of the program. Additional support includes:

  1. Nutrition guidance: A registered dietitian will help you follow one of several doctor-recommended meal plans.
  2. Exercise planning: Fitness professionals will create exercise plans tailored to your needs.
  3. Behavioral health support: Specialists help address emotional challenges and remove barriers to success.

This program is available to state health plan employees and their adult dependents who are 18 years or older.
  • You can join if you have a of BMI of 30 or higher.
  • You can also join if you have a BMI of 27 or higher and have a weight-related health condition like diabetes, sleep apnea, heart disease, or liver disease.
  • To determine your BMI, click here and enter your weight and height into the BMI Calculator.

There are many convenient locations across Connecticut to make it easier for you to succeed with medical weight management.

Locations include:
Avon, Bloomfield, Cheshire, Enfield, Fairfield, Farmington, Glastonbury, Hartford, Manchester, Meriden, Mystic, North Haven, Plainville, Shelton, Trumbull, Uncasville, Waterford, West Hartford, Wilton

“The Medical Weight Loss Program has given me the keys to living a happy and healthy lifestyle. No longer watching life go by but actively participating in it. I smile wider, laugh louder, and reap the benefits of good health and fitness.

I have found tremendous support within the program from front-end staff, medical assistants/nurses, and my primary clinician. I am cared for by them mentally and physically and will forever be grateful to HHC’s Medical Weight Loss Program for not just giving me back my life but providing me with the knowledge to keep at it for years to come.

Hartford Healthcare Weight Management Program Participant

hartford healthcare medical & Surgical weight loss: 855-792-6258
Hartford Healthcare

 

Administered by
Yale Center for Weight Management

Yale New Haven Health offers a team of experts who provide comprehensive services across the continuum of care for weight management, encompassing dietary advice, psychological counseling, lifestyle modifications, and medication management. They are dedicated to helping patients achieve and maintain their weight goals while aiming to improve various health conditions associated with obesity. 

Registration Process
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  1. Visit joinflyte.com/care-compass.
  2. Click the Get Started button to fill out the application form.
  3. Select Yale New Haven Health’s Center for Weight Management.
  4. Complete the checklist in the app, which includes consent forms, Health Risk Assessment (HRA), and lab (blood) work. This checklist helps your care team learn more about you and your health.
  5. The Yale NewHaven Health provider’s office will contact you to set up your first in-person appointment once the checklist is complete. If you need to contact the Medical Weight Loss team at any time, call us at 1-877-925-3637.

Download the FlyteHealth patient app. You can use the app to log meals, exercise, and your weight. The app also includes a library of helpful information on losing and maintaining weight.

About the Program

During your consultation, you will review your goals, undergo a health assessment, and have your body mass index (BMI) calculated. A personalized treatment plan will be recommended, which may include FDA-approved medications and support from registered dietitians and behavioral health specialists. The program is designed to help you find the approach that best fits your health and lifestyle. Medication is just one part of the program. Additional support includes:

  1. Nutrition guidance: A registered dietitian will help you follow one of several doctor-recommended meal plans. This includes hands-on culinary medicine classes led by a chef and registered dietitian.
  2. Exercise planning: Fitness professionals will create exercise plans tailored to your needs. Additional fees may apply for personalized workout plans.
  3. Behavioral health support: Specialists help you make better decisions, develop healthy coping skills, and overcome barriers to change.

This program is available to state health plan employees and their adult dependents who are 18 years or older.

  • You can join if you have a of BMI of 30 or higher.
  • You can also join if you have a BMI of 27 or higher and have a weight-related health condition like diabetes, sleep apnea, heart disease, or liver disease.
  • To determine your BMI, click here and enter your weight and height into the BMI Calculator.

The Yale Center for Weight Management has locations in:

Greenwich, Fairfield, Bridgeport, Guilford, North Haven, Westbrook

For more details, visit the Yale Center for Weight Management locations page.

Not listed
Yale Medicine Care Center line: 1-877-925-3637

Current patients can also send a message to their clinicians through MyChart.

Yale Center for Weight Management

 

Children’s weight management

Administered by
weight management and healthy lifestyle programs at Connecticut children’s

Connecticut Children’s is partnering with the state of Connecticut health plan to offer a weight management program tailored to children, teens, and their families. These programs are designed
to suit the specific needs of each child, considering factors such as age, BMI, and family requirements. Medication coverage varies and may not be part of the program.

The Pediatric Obesity Center at Connecticut Children’s offers behavior-based weight management programs for children and adolescents. Their specialists help children and their families change behaviors to establish healthier physical and emotional lifestyles. Their comprehensive, 12-month clinical program includes regular visits with the care team, including a medical doctor, physical therapist, psychologist, and dietician. Telemedicine visits are available for some care team visits.

The following programs are offered:
  • Fit 5 Tykes (ages 3-5): Tailored to address the specific needs of families and their children.
  • Fit 5 T.E.A.M. Club (age 6-9)
  • Fit 5 Teens and Tweens (ages 10-12 and 13-18).
  • Individualized Fit5 program and services for youth who need to lose weight to undergo a medical procedure.
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BMI > 95th percentile or BMI 25-30. for all children 3-18 years. Height and weight measurements are used to calculate BMI. BMI percentile is based on age and sex-specific CDC growth charts or severe obesity growth charts.

Contact the Connecticut Children’s Weight Management Coordinator by phone or email. They will request lab work and information from your pediatrician. After receiving all the necessary information, an appointment will be scheduled at the Screening Clinic. During this visit, a pediatrician will review your child’s lab work and address any medical questions. A pediatric psychologist will also meet with you to discuss available weight management strategies.

Program Locations:
  • Hartford: 100 Retreat Ave
  • Farmington: 505 Farmington Ave, 2nd Floor and 399 Farmington Ave
For more information, please call Connecticut Children’s Coordinator at: 860-837-6717 or obesity@connecticutchildrens.org.
Get Started With Connecticut Children’s

 

 

If you are seeking medical help dealing with significant caloric restriction, purging, compulsive excessive exercising, or avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), a Care Coordinator can connect you to a covered program.