What telehealth companies prescribe Ozempic?

Many telehealth companies now offer services that include prescriptions for GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, especially for weight management or type 2 diabetes.

It's important to remember that Ozempic is FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes. For weight loss specifically, Wegovy (which contains the same active ingredient, semaglutide, but in higher doses for weight management) and Zepbound (tirzepatide) are FDA-approved. Many providers will recommend Wegovy or Zepbound for weight loss due to the on-label approval and potential for insurance coverage.

Here are some telehealth companies that are known to prescribe GLP-1 medications like Ozempic (or its weight loss counterparts, Wegovy/Zepbound) after a medical evaluation:

1. Calibrate:

   • Why: Focuses on a "Metabolic Reset" with physician-prescribed GLP-1s, diet, exercise, and 1:1 coaching. They often work to get insurance approval for medications.

2. Sequence (WeightWatchers Clinic):

   • Why: Offers a comprehensive weight loss program including virtual visits with clinicians, prescription GLP-1s (if appropriate), and integration with WeightWatchers' behavioral support.

3. Form Health:

   • Why: Provides personalized medical weight loss with a doctor-led team including registered dietitians. They prescribe GLP-1s when medically indicated and help manage the entire process.

4. Found:

   • Why: Offers a holistic approach to weight care with personalized coaching, community support, and medical guidance that can include prescription medications like GLP-1s.

5. Alpha Medical:

   • Why: A general telehealth platform that includes weight management services. They can prescribe GLP-1s if you meet the medical criteria.

6. Ro (Ro Body):

   • Why: A well-known telehealth provider that has expanded into comprehensive weight management, including consultations for GLP-1 medications and ongoing support.

7. PlushCare:

   • Why: Offers virtual primary care, and their doctors can provide weight loss management plans, including prescribing GLP-1s if it's deemed medically appropriate after an consultation.

Important Considerations:

• Medical Evaluation: All these services require a thorough medical evaluation by a licensed clinician to determine if Ozempic or another GLP-1 medication is safe and appropriate for you.
• Eligibility Criteria: You must meet specific criteria (e.g., BMI thresholds, certain health conditions) for a prescription.
• Insurance Coverage: Coverage for these medications, especially when used off-label for weight loss (like Ozempic), varies significantly. Many of these services offer assistance with insurance navigation, but out-of-pocket costs can be substantial if not covered.
• Lifestyle Changes: These medications are most effective when combined with healthy lifestyle changes in diet and exercise, which many of these programs emphasize.