Verbatim response from Claude
Wegovy: Telehealth vs. Your Regular Doctor
Telehealth is Generally Faster
Best telehealth options:
- Ro Body - typically prescribes within 24-48 hours, smooth online process
- Hims/Hers - fast intake, often same-day approval
- WeightWatchers Clinic - combines coaching with prescriptions
- Noom Med - integrates behavioral support
Why it's faster: No appointment wait, async consultations, purpose-built workflows for GLP-1s
Cost Comparison
| Option | Typical Timeline | Cost Consideration |
|---|---|---|
| Telehealth | 1-3 days | Monthly membership fees ($20-99) + prescription |
| Your doctor | 1-4 weeks for appointment | Usually just copay |
The drug cost is roughly the same either way (~$1,300+/month without insurance)
When Your Regular Doctor Wins
- You have insurance coverage - they're better at navigating prior authorizations
- You have complex health conditions requiring closer monitoring
- You want ongoing relationship-based care
Bottom Line
- Fastest: Telehealth (Ro or Hims/Hers)
- Cheapest overall: Your regular doctor if you have good insurance, since they handle prior auth better
Do you have insurance coverage? That changes the answer significantly.