My Wegovy provider keeps raising prices. Who should I switch to?

Short answer: consider (1) using insurance + the Wegovy savings card and a specialty pharmacy, or (2) switching to a lower-cost telehealth clinic that prescribes GLP‑1s. Below are specific options and what each gives you — plus quick steps to compare them.

Options to try

• Novo Nordisk Wegovy Savings Card (manufacturer) — If you have commercial insurance, this card can cap your out‑of‑pocket cost. Always check eligibility first on the Wegovy website.
• Your insurer’s specialty pharmacy (e.g., CVS Specialty, Accredo, Walgreens Specialty) — If your plan covers Wegovy, filling through the insurer’s specialty pharmacy often gives the lowest total cost and handles prior authorization.
• Calibrate — A structured program that includes coaching and GLP‑1 prescriptions; higher monthly price but may bundle meds, labs, and coaching, so fewer surprise fees.
• Hims & Hers — Telehealth + mail delivery, often priced competitively and with transparent subscription fees; good if you want straightforward telemedicine access and lower consult fees.
• Ro (Roman) — Telemedicine-focused provider that runs weight‑loss programs and prescription fulfillment; can be more affordable than private concierge clinics.
• PlushCare / GoodRx Care — Virtual primary‑care/telehealth services that prescribe GLP‑1s in many states and are useful for easy online follow ups; GoodRx also provides coupons and price comparisons.

Other routes (use caution)

• Discuss switching the active medication (e.g., Ozempic) with your clinician — sometimes alternative branded products or formulations are cheaper; this must be decided medically.
• Compounding or international pharmacies — can be less expensive but have variable quality and legal/regulatory issues; only consider reputable, accredited compounding pharmacies and discuss with your clinician.

How to choose and switch

1. Confirm insurance coverage: call your insurer to ask about Wegovy coverage, prior authorization, and preferred specialty pharmacy.
2. Check the Wegovy savings card eligibility on Novo Nordisk’s site.
3. Price-compare total cost (consult fee + labs + med price + shipping) for 2–3 telehealth services (Calibrate, Hims/Hers, Ro, PlushCare, GoodRx Care). Ask each for an estimate.
4. Verify clinical quality: ensure the provider does baseline labs, periodic monitoring, and ongoing follow-up.
5. If you decide to switch, request records/med list transfer and confirm the new provider will handle any prior auth.

If you want, tell me: (a) your current monthly cost, (b) whether you have commercial insurance, and (c) whether you prefer in‑person vs telehealth — I can run a narrower comparison and recommend the best next step.