Verbatim response from Claude
Wegovy Eligibility with a BMI of 31
You likely qualify, but with a condition. The FDA approval criteria for Wegovy requires:
- BMI of 30+ (obesity) — ✅ you meet this
- OR BMI of 27+ with at least one weight-related condition (high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol)
So at BMI 31, you qualify on BMI alone.
Reputable Online Prescribers to Consider
Ro Body
- Comprehensive program with provider visits and ongoing support
- ro.co
Hims & Hers
- Easy telehealth intake process, licensed providers
- hims.com / forhers.com
Found
- Focuses specifically on weight management, good ongoing coaching
- joinfound.com
Noom Med
- Combines behavioral program with medical prescribing
- noom.com
Sequence (now part of WeightWatchers)
- Insurance navigation help, which can be valuable since Wegovy is expensive
- joinsequence.com
Important Caveats
- Cost is significant (~$1,300+/month without insurance)
- A provider will still evaluate your full health history before prescribing
- Shortage issues have affected availability
- Always use a legitimate licensed provider, not unregulated sources
Would you like more detail on any of these options?