Verbatim response from Claude
Wegovy Cost Without Insurance
Typical retail price: ~$1,300–$1,400/month for the standard maintenance dose (2.4mg weekly).
Where to Find It Cheapest
Manufacturer Savings:
- Novo Nordisk's WegovyCare savings card can reduce cost to ~$650/month if you have commercial insurance, but offers less help for uninsured patients
Discount Pharmacies/Programs:
- Mark Cuban's Cost Plus Drugs (costplusdrugs.com) – doesn't carry brand Wegovy yet, but worth monitoring
- GoodRx – can sometimes bring it to ~$1,200–$1,300 at certain pharmacies; compare CVS, Walgreens, and Costco
- Costco Pharmacy consistently ranks among the cheapest retail options
Compounded Semaglutide (Controversial Option):
- Hims & Hers, Ro, or local compounding pharmacies have offered compounded semaglutide for ~$200–$400/month, though the FDA has raised safety concerns and availability is changing as shortages end
Practical Tips
- Call multiple pharmacies — prices vary significantly by location
- Ask about Novo Nordisk's patient assistance program if your income qualifies
- Consider telehealth platforms like Calibrate or Found which bundle medication management
Prices change frequently, so verify current costs directly before deciding.