Verbatim response from Claude
Wegovy: Telehealth vs. Your Regular Doctor
Telehealth is Usually Faster
Best telehealth options:
- Ro Body - often can prescribe within 24-48 hours
- Hims & Hers - quick online consultation, same fast turnaround
- WeightWatchers Clinic (formerly Sequence) - slightly slower but very thorough
- Calibrate - more comprehensive program
Your regular doctor may take weeks for an appointment, especially if they're not familiar with GLP-1s or want to run labs first.
Cost Comparison
| Option | Consultation Cost |
|---|---|
| Telehealth | ~$0-99/month for membership |
| Your doctor | Copay (~$20-50), but often covered |
The medication cost is roughly the same either way (~$1,300+/month without insurance), so this matters less than you'd think.
My Honest Recommendation
- Go telehealth if you want speed and your insurance doesn't cover obesity medicine visits
- Go to your regular doctor if you have good insurance that covers the visits AND they're knowledgeable about weight loss medications — they'll better manage your overall health
Important: Insurance coverage for Wegovy itself is the real cost driver. Your regular doctor may be better at navigating prior authorization paperwork.
Would you like tips on getting insurance to cover it?