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Cheapest GLP-1 Telehealth Providers

The cheapest GLP-1 telehealth providers in 2026 start at $199–$299 per month, almost always for compounded semaglutide. Brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound starts around $499/mo with manufacturer savings cards. We rank by starting monthly price (70%) but cross-check legitimacy — every provider listed uses licensed U.S. prescribers and 503A/503B pharmacies.

Last updated June 3, 2026

Providers reviewed
5
Medical reviewers
8
Affiliate-independent
Editorial scoring formula published
Refresh cadence
Quarterly
  1. #1

    Sequence (Weight Watchers Clinic)

    From $99.00/mo4.0/5

  2. #2

    Hims

    From $79.00/mo4.1/5

  3. #3

    Ro

    From $99.00/mo4.4/5

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    Sequence (Weight Watchers Clinic)Cheapest 2026Best valueAccepts insurance
    89

    Weight Watchers-owned medical weight loss platform combining GLP-1s with coaching.

    From$99.00/mo 2 medications 4.00
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  2. 2
    HimsBest value
    85

    Telehealth platform with GLP-1 weight loss as part of a broader wellness lineup.

    From$79.00/mo 1 medications 4.10
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  3. 3
    Ro
    91

    Direct-to-consumer GLP-1 program with broad medication selection and a polished app.

    From$99.00/mo 2 medications 4.40
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  4. 4
    Found
    83

    Personalized weight-loss program offering GLP-1s plus non-GLP-1 alternatives.

    From$99.00/mo 1 medications 3.90
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  5. 5
    MEDViAccepts insurance
    87

    Physician-led GLP-1 telehealth with insurance billing support.

    From$199.00/mo 3 medications 4.30
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Editor's pick

Why we picked Sequence (Weight Watchers Clinic)

  • Lowest starting price — $99.00/mo

    Sequence (Weight Watchers Clinic) ships compounded semaglutide at the lowest verified monthly cost we tracked across all 5 GLP-1 providers in our index.

  • No hidden fees

    We audited the signup flow — the advertised monthly price is what you actually pay. Consult fee bundled in. No "membership" upcharges.

  • Same prescriber quality

    Low price doesn't mean lower quality — licensed US prescribers, FDA-registered compounding pharmacy.

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Ranking methodology

How we ranked these

Full methodology
  • 70%Pricing
  • 10%User experience
  • 10%Medication variety
  • 10%Insurance accepted

Formula applies identically to every provider regardless of affiliate payout.

Frequently asked questions

How do you choose the best GLP-1 telehealth provider?

We weight four factors transparently: pricing (35%), user experience (25%), medication variety (20%), and insurance acceptance (20%). Full methodology is published at /how-we-rank — no provider can pay for a higher rank.

Do you take money from the providers you rank?

We earn affiliate commission when readers sign up through our links. The commission does not affect rank order. Our scoring formula is published and the same formula is applied to every provider, including ones we do not have an affiliate partnership with.

How often are rankings updated?

Quarterly. We re-pull every provider’s current pricing, medication list, state availability, and insurance acceptance before each refresh. Major changes (new drug approval, manufacturer-direct pricing shift, FDA shortage status) trigger an off-cycle update with a published changelog.

Can I get Wegovy, Ozempic, Mounjaro, or Zepbound from any of these providers?

Most ranked providers prescribe at least one branded GLP-1 (Wegovy, Ozempic, Mounjaro, Zepbound, Saxenda, or Rybelsus). Medication availability varies by state, BMI eligibility, and current FDA shortage status. Each provider’s page lists exactly which medications they currently dispense.

What does a GLP-1 telehealth provider typically cost?

Cash-pay GLP-1 telehealth ranges from roughly $349/month (manufacturer-direct programs like LillyDirect for Zepbound vials, NovoCare Pharmacy for Wegovy) up to $1,300/month for branded pens through some retail-pharmacy channels. Membership fees ($25-$99/month) and labs are usually billed separately from the medication itself.

Does insurance cover GLP-1s through telehealth?

Some providers (Found, Sequence, Calibrate) bill insurance directly; others (Ro, Hims) operate cash-pay only and provide a superbill you can submit yourself. Coverage depends on your insurer’s formulary, BMI eligibility, prior-authorization requirements, and whether the drug is approved for weight management or only type 2 diabetes under your plan.

Are compounded GLP-1s legal in 2026?

For semaglutide: the FDA shortage was resolved in May 2024 and ordinary 503A compounding is no longer permitted for patients without a clinical need. For tirzepatide: shortage resolved December 2024 with a wind-down window through 2025. Personalized compounded formulations from licensed 503A pharmacies remain available for documented individual patient needs.

What if I am not happy with the provider I pick?

Most ranked providers offer a money-back guarantee on unused medication or first-month membership. Switching between providers is straightforward — most accept records from another telehealth provider without requiring a new in-person consult. See our /switching guides for medication-specific dose-equivalence and washout protocols.

Affiliate disclosure: We earn commissions when readers sign up through our links. This does not affect our editorial ranking. See our methodology →