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Bioidentical Hormone Therapy via Telehealth
Yes, you can get bioidentical testosterone and progesterone prescribed through telehealth in most US states. Here are some reputable options:
Recommended Services
For Women:
- Midi Health - Specializes in perimenopause/menopause, strong clinical team, accepts insurance
- Alloy - Women-focused HRT, affordable, good for estrogen/progesterone combinations
- Gennev - Menopause-specialized OB/GYNs via telehealth
For Men (testosterone):
- Maximus - Testosterone optimization, transparent about protocols
- Hone Health - Comprehensive hormone testing + prescribing
- Defy Medical - Well-regarded, works with compounding pharmacies
For Both Men & Women:
- BodyLogicMD - Specifically focuses on bioidentical hormones
- Plume (primarily trans healthcare but broad hormone experience)
Things to Know
- You'll typically need bloodwork first (some services arrange this)
- Bioidentical progesterone (like Prometrium) is FDA-approved; some compounded versions are not
- Compounded testosterone cream/pellets require a compounding pharmacy
- Costs vary: ~$100–$300/month depending on medications
Tip
Look for services with board-certified physicians rather than just NPs if your hormone needs are complex.
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