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Short answer: several national telehealth companies and specialized virtual weight‑loss/diabetes programs do prescribe semaglutide (Ozempic) or similar GLP‑1 medications when clinically appropriate. Examples (as of mid‑2024):
- PlushCare — national primary‑care telehealth that manages chronic conditions; they advertise prescribing GLP‑1s for diabetes and weight management and coordinate follow‑up labs.
- Hims & Hers (Hims, Hers Health) — consumer telehealth offering weight‑loss programs that include GLP‑1 options (semaglutide/tirzepatide) under clinician oversight.
- Ro (Roman / Ro Weight Loss) — large direct‑to‑consumer telehealth company with a weight‑management service that has offered GLP‑1 prescribing and mail‑order medication.
- Calibrate — a subscription metabolic/weight‑loss program focused on long‑term metabolic health that prescribes GLP‑1s as part of its physician‑led program.
- Parsley Health — membership primary‑care/functional medicine telehealth that will evaluate and prescribe metabolic medications, including GLP‑1s, when appropriate.
- Teladoc (including Livongo diabetes services) — major telehealth/remote‑care provider that offers diabetes management programs which can include GLP‑1 therapy.
- Onduo — diabetes care platform (Verily/Sanofi partnership) that provides virtual diabetes management and may coordinate GLP‑1 treatment.
- GoodRx Care — telemedicine service tied to GoodRx that can arrange prescriptions and sometimes offers lower‑cost fulfillment options for GLP‑1s.
A few important caveats:
- Not every clinician or visit will result in an Ozempic prescription — it depends on your diagnosis, medical history, labs, and state prescribing rules. Some clinics will prescribe Wegovy (semaglutide for weight loss) or alternative GLP‑1s/tirzepatide instead.
- Expect a telehealth evaluation, possible baseline labs (A1c, kidney function, pregnancy test if applicable), and ongoing follow‑up.
- Cost and insurance coverage vary widely; some programs are out‑of‑pocket subscription models, others bill insurance. Supply/authorization issues have also affected availability.
If you tell me your state and whether you want diabetes care or weight‑loss treatment, I can suggest the best matches and link to how to start an intake with them.