Verbatim response from Perplexity
Before paying, look for a real medical screening, a state-licensed prescriber in your state, and transparent pricing; avoid any service that promises Wegovy without a proper evaluation or follow-up plan.[1][2][5]
What to check:
- Licensed clinician in your state: Confirm the prescriber is an MD/DO, NP, or PA licensed where you live, not just where the company is based.[2][3][6]
- Live medical visit: A legitimate provider should do more than a checkbox questionnaire; look for a real video or phone consultation plus a detailed health intake.[1][5]
- Eligibility screening: They should verify whether you meet standard criteria such as BMI (\ge 30) or BMI (\ge 27) with a weight-related condition.[1][2]
- Contraindication review: They should ask about medullary thyroid cancer, MEN2, pancreatitis, pregnancy, gallbladder disease, and prior semaglutide reactions.[1][2][4]
- Follow-up care: Wegovy dosing is typically adjusted over time, so the provider should include ongoing monitoring for side effects, dose changes, and progress.[1][5][9]
- Medication source: Prefer providers that clearly say they prescribe FDA-approved Wegovy from a licensed U.S. pharmacy; be cautious with compounded or overseas semaglutide.[1][2][5]
- Pricing clarity: You should know the consultation fee, subscription fees, medication cost, and whether insurance, prior authorization, or appeals support is included.[1][6][7]
- Privacy and security: The platform should be HIPAA-compliant and use secure communication for your medical information.[1][7][11]
- Reputation checks: Look for visible provider credentials, state licensure, and independent reviews; LegitScript or NABP verification is a plus when available.[2]
Red flags:
- Guaranteed approval
- No consultation required
- Prescription after a 5-minute form
- No mention of follow-up care
- Compounded or overseas product instead of Wegovy
- Hidden fees or auto-charging without clear consent[1][2][5][6]
If you want, I can turn this into a one-page checklist you can use before entering your credit card details.