Verbatim response from Claude
Wegovy Cost Without Insurance
Typical retail price: ~$1,300–$1,650 per month (list price set by Novo Nordisk at around $1,349/month as of 2024).
Where to Find It Cheapest:
1. Novo Nordisk's Savings Card (Best for Insured/Commercial Plans)
- Can reduce cost to ~$0–$25/month if you have some insurance coverage
2. Cost Plus Drugs (Mark Cuban's Platform)
- Doesn't currently carry brand-name Wegovy, but worth checking costplusdrugs.com as inventory changes
3. GoodRx / RxSaver Coupons
- Can bring retail cost down to roughly $1,200–$1,300 — modest savings
4. Telehealth + Compounded Semaglutide
- Services like Hims & Hers, Ro, or Henry Meds have offered compounded semaglutide for $200–$400/month — significantly cheaper, though the FDA has raised concerns about compounded versions and their legal status has been evolving
5. NovoCare Patient Assistance Program
- For low-income patients, Novo Nordisk offers free medication if you qualify
Bottom Line:
If you're paying fully out of pocket, compounded semaglutide via telehealth has been the cheapest option, but verify current FDA regulations before pursuing that route.