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Best Online GLP-1 Prescription Provider Options for 2026

Medically reviewed by Dr. Michael Teplitsky, MD Last reviewed 2026-10-14

Comparing clinical fees, medication costs, and prescription types across major telehealth services

Online GLP-1 telehealth providers divide into three models: flat-fee compounded programs that bundle clinical visits with medication, subscription clinics that charge monthly care fees while billing brand-name drugs separately, and direct manufacturer cash pharmacies that dispense medication on an outside prescription.

This article is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. It does not diagnose or treat any condition. Talk to a licensed clinician before starting, changing or stopping any treatment.

Finding the best online GLP-1 prescription provider depends primarily on how you plan to pay for medication. Patients seeking an online Wegovy prescription or Zepbound telehealth care often encounter two separate charges: a monthly clinical fee paid to the telehealth clinic and a pharmacy charge for the medication itself. Manufacturer cash pharmacies also provide medication fulfillment on outside prescriptions without prescribing. All pricing figures reflect published rates checked on October 14, 2026. To understand the differences between active ingredients before consulting a physician, read our guide on tirzepatide vs semaglutide.

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Compare GLP-1 telehealth providers

The table lists the providers below, with each company's own published figures.

CompanyPricingBest forDetails
Ro$39 first month, then $149/mo ($74/mo annual); meds extraInsurance or cash-pay brand-name GLP-1 accessBrand-name Wegovy (pen and pill), Zepbound (pen and KwikPen), Foundayo and Ozempic, prescribed online; no compounded GLP-1 listed; medication not in membership.
WeightWatchers$25 first month, then $74/mo (12-mo) or $84/mo; meds extraGLP-1 prescriptions plus WW app programMed+ clinicians prescribe only FDA-approved brand-name drugs, including Wegovy (pen and pill), Zepbound, Saxenda and Foundayo; no compounded GLP-1s; medication billed separately.
Calibrate$199/mo, 3-month commitment; meds and labs not includedCommercially insured adults wanting coaching plus GLP-1Clinicians prescribe brand-name Zepbound, Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic and Foundayo and state they do not prescribe compounded GLP-1s; medication and labs billed separately.
9amHealthMembership $119-$149/month; medication billed separatelyInsured adults wanting labs plus GLP-1 careLicensed clinicians prescribe brand-name Wegovy, Ozempic and Zepbound when eligible, with no compounding; membership fee covers care and medication is billed separately.
knownwellNo membership fee; $25 average copay with insuranceInsured patients wanting obesity-medicine cliniciansClinicians prescribe brand-name Zepbound, Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic and Foundayo; no compounded GLP-1s listed; insurance-based visits, virtual nationwide with clinics in several states.
PlushCare$19.99/mo membership (first month free); $129 visit uninsured; meds extraInsured patients wanting a doctor visit routePhysicians may prescribe brand-name Wegovy, Zepbound, Saxenda, Ozempic and Mounjaro after a visit; compounded GLP-1s not mentioned; medication and labs not included.
SesameFrom $59/mo (annual) or $99/mo; medication extraCash-pay patients comparing brand-name GLP-1 pricesSuccess by Sesame providers prescribe brand-name Wegovy (pen and pill), Zepbound, Foundayo, Ozempic and Mounjaro; no compounded GLP-1s listed; labs included in membership.
Amazon One MedicalCare from $39; Rx from $149 with coupon if eligibleAmazon Pharmacy users; One Medical membersProviders prescribe brand-name GLP-1s such as Wegovy, Zepbound and Foundayo; they will not write compounded GLP-1 prescriptions; medication and labs are extra.
Counsel Health$29/visit or $25/mo ($300/yr); medication and labs extraLow-fee chat-first cash-pay prescribingPhysicians prescribe brand-name Zepbound and Foundayo only, with no compounded drugs; self-pay, initial labs required, GLP-1 prescribing unavailable in AL, LA and NJ.
General MedicineNo subscription; $25 typical copay; Foundayo from $149/moInsured patients wanting one-off GLP-1 visitsClinicians prescribe brand-name Foundayo (from $149/mo) and Zepbound (from $299/mo) cash-pay or via insurance; no compounded GLP-1s listed; visits typically a $25 copay.
FuturhealthIntro month from $198/mo (pills) or $395/mo (KwikPen)Cash-pay patients wanting brand-name pillsLicensed clinicians prescribe FDA-approved brand-name Foundayo, Wegovy pill and Zepbound KwikPen; no compounded GLP-1s listed; intro-month pricing only.
LillyDirectZepbound KwikPen $299-$449/mo; Foundayo from $149/mo self-payPatients buying Lilly drugs at manufacturer cash priceEli Lilly's self-pay pharmacy service for brand-name Zepbound and Foundayo, filled on an outside prescription; Lilly does not prescribe and sells no compounded drugs.
NovoCare PharmacyWegovy pill from $149/mo; pen $349/mo; intro $199Patients buying Wegovy/Ozempic at manufacturer cash priceNovo Nordisk's self-pay pharmacy dispensing brand-name Wegovy and Ozempic pills and pens on an outside prescription; it does not prescribe and sells no compounded drugs.
LifeMD$39 first month, then $149/mo; medication billed separatelyAdults wanting brand-name GLP-1s with coachingOnline program with clinician visits prescribing brand-name Wegovy, Zepbound, Foundayo, Ozempic and Saxenda, billed separately; a provider may prescribe compounded medication in some cases.
Mochi Health$49/mo without insurance ($588/yr); $199/yr with insurance; medication extraBudget buyers comparing compounded and brand optionsPrescribes compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide and brand-name Wegovy, Zepbound, Mounjaro, Ozempic and Foundayo through licensed providers; medication billed separately.
Henry MedsFrom $179/mo; visits and medication includedSelf-pay buyers wanting one all-in monthly billCompounded semaglutide, tirzepatide and liraglutide, prescribed after a licensed provider review, with visits, medication and shipping in one monthly price.
EdenCompounded semaglutide $99/mo; visit and medication includedSelf-pay buyers wanting flat compounded pricingCompounded semaglutide or tirzepatide, plus brand-name Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Mounjaro, prescribed after an online licensed-provider consultation; plans include visit and shipping.
NoomMicrodose GLP-1 Rx from $79, medication includedBuyers wanting GLP-1s paired with behavior appCompounded semaglutide or tirzepatide microdose plans with medication included, or brand-name Wegovy, Zepbound and Ozempic from $39 with medication billed separately.
FoundPlans from $99/mo with insurance, $169/mo cashInsured adults wanting compounded or brand optionsClinician-led care prescribing compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide (medication included) or brand-name Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, Mounjaro and Foundayo.
MeasuredMembership from $49/mo; medication billed separatelyBuyers wanting brand GLP-1s with dietitian accessPrescribes brand-name Wegovy pill, Wegovy pen and Zepbound with medication billed separately; also a semaglutide or tirzepatide microdose plan from $79/mo, form not stated.
Hims & Hers$39 first month, then $149/mo; medication from $149/moSelf-pay buyers wanting brand-name GLP-1s onlineLicensed providers prescribe brand-name Wegovy (pill and pen), Zepbound, Foundayo and Ozempic; membership billed separately from medication; not available in all states.
LifeforceMembership $149/month plus $599 diagnostic; medication not publishedMembers wanting GLP-1 alongside quarterly labsSemaglutide and tirzepatide for members, either commercially available or compounded at clinician discretion, after blood tests and a video consult.
SignosFrom $199/month, medication and CGMs includedAdults wanting GLP-1 paired with a CGMCompounded GLP-1 medication when prescribed by independent U.S.-licensed clinicians, bundled with CGM sensors and app in 3 or 6-month plans.
Marek Health$299 listed for weight loss; $450 minimum lab panelAdults wanting GLP-1 within lab-guided careTirzepatide and semaglutide prescribed by a licensed provider after labs and a 25-minute consult; the site does not say whether compounded or brand-name.
Defy MedicalNot publishedAdults wanting GLP-1 without a subscriptionSemaglutide and tirzepatide prescribed via telemedicine after a provider consult and ordered in the patient portal; site does not state compounded or brand; no subscriptions.
MaximusCompounded tirzepatide from $249.99/mo; brand-name from $199.99Men wanting GLP-1s alongside testosterone careCompounded tirzepatide or brand-name Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy, Foundayo and Zepbound, prescribed after an online physician visit.
Alloy$99/mo care fee plus medication from $70/moMidlife women wanting GLP-1 careBrand-name Zepbound, Wegovy and Foundayo or compounded semaglutide, tirzepatide and liraglutide, prescribed by Alloy doctors online; compounded unavailable in several states.
Midi HealthCompounded GLP-1 from $164 per 4 weeks; self-pay visit $250Midlife women using insurance for visitsBrand-name GLP-1s sent to your pharmacy, or compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide shipped to you, prescribed after a Midi clinician visit.
Joi + BlokesCompounded semaglutide $179/mo; tirzepatide $249/mo; coaching includedPatients wanting GLP-1s with health coachingCompounded semaglutide or tirzepatide with health coaching included, prescribed after a licensed provider consultation; brand-name Zepbound and liraglutide pages also listed.
T-TIMESemaglutide ODT or injection $99/mo; tirzepatide $149/moCost-focused buyers wanting flat-price GLP-1sCompounded semaglutide tablets or injections and compounded tirzepatide, prescribed by an independent U.S.-licensed clinician after online intake; labs priced separately.
Viking Alternative MedicineMost patients pay $100-$150 a monthExisting HRT patients adding weight careSemaglutide for weight loss prescribed via telemedicine after a provider consultation; the site does not say whether compounded or brand-name.
AgelessRxGLP-1s from $139/mo; microdose tirzepatide $109 first monthAdults wanting GLP-1s within longevity careSemaglutide and tirzepatide, including microdose, prescribed by in-house U.S.-licensed providers after an online evaluation; some products are compounded by a licensed pharmacy.
TeleSlim Clinic$99/month; initial visit $99 (promo, $199 list); medication not listedObesity-medicine visits, Illinois and 5 statesVideo visits with board-certified obesity medicine doctors who prescribe GLP-1 and GIP medications; the site does not state whether they are compounded.
QuickMDNot published; medication not includedCash-pay online weight loss visitsPhone or video visits with board-certified doctors prescribing brand-name Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, Zepbound and Rybelsus; 45+ states; medication billed separately.
Lemonaid HealthNot published; free medicine deliveryOnline GLP-1 starts, compounded or ZepboundOnline doctor's office prescribing compounded semaglutide, compounded tirzepatide (including microdose) and brand-name Zepbound vials; medical team licensed in all 50 states.
Absolutely ThinNot publishedTexas-based medical weight loss, online or in personMedical weight loss run mostly by video, with in-person visits in 12 states; offers GLP-1s in most states, drugs not named.
CallOnDocFlat-rate visits; weight loss price not publishedOnline brand-name GLP-1 prescriptionsLicensed providers prescribe brand-name Mounjaro, Ozempic, Saxenda, Wegovy and Zepbound after a visit; medication prices not listed; all 50 states and DC.
MedicalWellnessDocNot publishedChula Vista, California weight management patientsDr. Nisha Kuruvadi's board-certified practice offers weight management consultations and medications including Wegovy, Ozempic, Zepbound and Mounjaro; one office in Chula Vista, California.
Optima TylerNot published; no insurance acceptedCash-pay weight loss clinic in Tyler, TexasTyler, Texas specialty clinic offering medical weight loss with semaglutide and tirzepatide, plus testosterone and peptide therapies; self-pay, with Affirm and Klarna financing.
Get Well ClinicCompounded semaglutide from $50/week; telehealth visit $60Texas self-pay weight loss, in clinic or shippedSelf-pay Texas family practice with telehealth prescribing compounded semaglutide from $50/week after a provider reviews labs and history; no membership; ships via Empower Pharmacy.
LevelsRxSemaglutide from $129/mo, tirzepatide from $169/mo (promo)Self-pay compounded GLP-1 membershipSelf-pay membership with telehealth consults and shipping, prescribing compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide from state-licensed 503A pharmacies when a provider decides; same price at every dose.
KlinicSelf-pay visit from $99; follow-up $75; medication extraTelehealth weight loss with insurance or self-payPlatform connecting patients with independent practitioners; weight loss care may include Zepbound, Wegovy, Foundayo, semaglutide and tirzepatide; insurance from $0 plus copay; nationwide.
pillarMD$99/month membership; 3-month minimum suggestedText-based obesity medicine careText-based telemedicine with obesity-medicine-trained doctors for $99 per month; weight loss medication may be prescribed; no drugs or states named.
KlaritySelf-pay visits from $49Weight loss visits through independent practicesPlatform booking weight loss, mental health and primary care visits with independent licensed providers; names brand-name Wegovy; accepts insurance, HSA and FSA.
Teladoc HealthThrough employer or health planMembers with employer or insurer coverageVirtual weight management program with a connected smart scale, app and coaching; GLP-1 prescriptions available only with provider approval in eligible programs.
Cora HealthSemaglutide $99-$175/mo; tirzepatide $135-$225/moLow-cost compounded GLP-1 plansCompounded semaglutide and compounded tirzepatide plans, including microdose options, with care from an independent provider group; available in all 50 states.
GoodLife Health$299/month membership; medication at pharmacy costLabs plus branded GLP-1 under one feeCardiometabolic membership with labs every 90 days; branded Wegovy, Zepbound and HRT passed through at pharmacy cost.
WillowFrom $299/mo; plan states medication, evaluation and shipping includedOnline-only GLP-1 prescriptions with physician accessPrescribes semaglutide and tirzepatide, injectable and tablet, described in its disclaimer as compounded, after review by a U.S. licensed physician.
Telos rxSemaglutide from $99/mo, tirzepatide from $139/mo; medication stated as includedLow-priced online compounded GLP-1 plansCompounded semaglutide and oral GLP-1, plus tirzepatide listed as branded or compounded, prescribed through physician-supervised online review in 50 states.
The Virtual NPVisits from $99; $75/mo membership; medication separateSelf-pay NP visits, TX/FL/NY/AZ/NV/NM/KSNurse-practitioner telehealth weight-loss visits prescribing brand-name Zepbound or Wegovy when approved; serves TX, FL, NY, AZ, NV, NM and KS; medication billed separately.
AM RxBrand-name from $25/mo with insurance; semaglutide from $106/moOnline GLP-1 with or without insuranceOnline prescriber visits for weight loss, prescribing brand-name Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound and Mounjaro and other compounded GLP-1 medications; semaglutide from $106 per month.
Red Mountain Weight LossGLP-1 programs from $99/mo; medication separateClinic and telemedicine in AZ, TX, OK, FLMedical weight-loss clinic with a GLP Elite program naming tirzepatide, medication sold separately; in-person in Arizona and telemedicine in Arizona, Texas, Oklahoma and Florida.

Pricing is as each company publishes it. Confirm current terms before you buy or sign up. Listed here? Update your listing.

Prices are each company's own published figures checked October 14, 2026 and can change.

How Online GLP-1 Services Differ on Price and Medication

Online GLP-1 prescribers separate into three practical categories: membership clinics prescribing brand-name medications, bundled telehealth services shipping compounded alternatives, and direct manufacturer pharmacies.

Membership services like Ro charge a clinical subscription ($39 for the first month, then $149 monthly, or $74 monthly on an annual plan) while medication remains an additional cost. Ro prescribes brand-name Wegovy (pen and pill), Zepbound (pen and KwikPen), Foundayo and Ozempic. Bundled cash-pay programs like Henry Meds start at $179 monthly and include clinical reviews, compounded semaglutide, tirzepatide, or liraglutide, and home shipping in one monthly charge. Meanwhile, manufacturer services like LillyDirect operate as cash pharmacies rather than prescribers. LillyDirect dispenses brand-name Zepbound KwikPens ($299 to $449 monthly) and Foundayo (from $149 monthly self-pay) filled on an outside prescription. Lilly does not prescribe.

Pricing Models and What Services Bill Separately

Several services bill an ongoing membership fee that covers clinical care while medication remains separate. Calibrate requires a three-month commitment at $199 monthly, with both medication and laboratory testing billed separately. Other programs bundle diagnostics into the monthly membership. Sesame lists memberships from $59 monthly on an annual plan or $99 month-to-month, with labs included in membership, though medication remains extra. In contrast, Marek Health lists a $299 fee for weight loss management and requires a minimum $450 initial lab panel before a clinical consultation occurs. Patients considering comprehensive blood panels can review options through our guide to online lab testing services.

Brand-Name Prescriptions Compared to Compounded Options

Telehealth programs differ in whether their clinicians write brand-name prescriptions, authorize compounded alternatives, or support both pathways.

Services such as WeightWatchers restrict prescribing exclusively to brand-name, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved medications. WeightWatchers Med+ clinicians prescribe brand-name Wegovy (pen and oral pill), Zepbound, Saxenda, and Foundayo, explicitly excluding compounded GLP-1 medications. Patients using WeightWatchers pay an introductory $25 first month, then $74 to $84 monthly, with all medication billed separately. Eden offers compounded semaglutide from $99 monthly with licensed-provider consultations, medication, and shipping included, alongside brand-name prescription options. Mochi Health charges a $199 annual membership and offers access to both compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide and brand-name drugs, billing all medications separately. Patients evaluating active ingredients can consult our comparison of compounded semaglutide vs Ozempic.

Clinical Prescribers, State Availability, and Required Lab Testing

Telehealth provider availability and testing requirements vary by clinic. Counsel Health provides consultations at $29 per visit or $25 monthly ($300 annually), prescribing brand-name Zepbound and Foundayo after required initial labs, but GLP-1 prescribing is unavailable in AL, LA and NJ. Diagnostic requirements also vary across clinics. Lifeforce requires a $149 monthly membership along with a $599 diagnostic and a video consult before prescribing semaglutide or tirzepatide, either commercially available or compounded at clinician discretion. Conversely, clinics like PlushCare charge a $19.99 monthly membership (with the first month free) or $129 for an uninsured consultation, allowing physicians to evaluate patients for Wegovy, Zepbound, or Saxenda, while billing labs and drugs separately.

GLP-1 Providers by Payment Model

  • Insured Patients Seeking Brand-Name Care: Clinics like knownwell charge no membership fee and operate on insurance copays averaging $25 per visit. Knownwell clinicians prescribe brand-name Zepbound, Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic and Foundayo; no compounded GLP-1s are listed.
  • Cash-Pay Buyers Wanting Behavioral Support: Programs like Noom offer compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide microdose plans starting at $79 with medication included, or brand-name access starting at $39 with medication billed separately.
  • Patients Wanting Continuous Biosensor Feedback: Signos bundles compounded GLP-1 medication prescribed by independent clinicians with continuous glucose monitor (CGM) sensors and an app starting from $199 monthly. To understand metabolic tracking hardware, read our comparison of the best CGM for metabolic health.

Our guide to a semaglutide clinic near me covers in-person options.

What to Confirm Before Paying for GLP-1 Telehealth

Confirm whether the published rate covers the physical medication or solely the clinical consultation fee. For patients interested in oral alternatives rather than injections, our overview of oral GLP-1 pills covers oral options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best online GLP-1 prescription provider for insured patients?

For patients with commercial health insurance covering obesity medications, insurance-based clinics like knownwell offer consultations with no membership fees and average $25 copays. Services like WeightWatchers and Ro also prescribe brand-name drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound, but charge recurring monthly membership fees while medication is billed separately.

Can I get an online Wegovy prescription without insurance?

Ro (insurance or cash-pay), Sesame and Hims & Hers (self-pay) list brand-name Wegovy; medication is billed separately from the membership at each of these.

How much does online GLP-1 telehealth cost each month?

Monthly costs depend on the care model. Bundled compounded programs like Henry Meds start at $179 monthly with visits and medication included. Subscription platforms like Ro charge $149 monthly for clinical care, with brand-name medication billed separately. Direct manufacturer pharmacies like LillyDirect sell brand-name Zepbound from $299 to $449 monthly.

Do online weight loss doctors prescribe compounded GLP-1 medications?

Some online services prescribe compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide, while others strictly avoid them. Programs like Henry Meds, Eden, and Mochi Health prescribe compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide. Conversely, WeightWatchers prescribes only FDA-approved brand-name drugs, Calibrate states it does not prescribe compounded GLP-1s, and Ro lists no compounded GLP-1.

Does an online GLP-1 prescription require blood work first?

Lab requirements vary by telehealth provider. Some services include testing in their membership fee, while clinics like Marek Health require a $450 minimum lab panel and Lifeforce charges a $599 diagnostic.

What is the difference between telehealth clinics and manufacturer pharmacies?

Manufacturer pharmacies, such as LillyDirect or NovoCare Pharmacy, do not prescribe. Instead, they operate as dispensing cash pharmacies that fulfill outside prescriptions sent from your independent healthcare provider.

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