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Short answer: it depends — expect anywhere from a low-cost single telehealth visit (~$40–$150) up to $50–$300+ per month if you factor in ongoing provider follow‑ups, lab tests, and hormone therapy (especially compounded HRT). Insurance can dramatically reduce your out‑of‑pocket cost.
What drives cost
- Type of care: one‑time advice vs ongoing HRT management.
- Medications: standard prescription HRT (generic estradiol, progesterone) is usually cheaper; compounded or transdermal options are more expensive.
- Tests: baseline labs (blood or saliva hormone panels) add $50–$300.
- Model: pay‑per‑visit vs monthly membership vs employer-covered programs.
Examples of online services (with why you might pick them)
- Elektra Health — menopause specialty telemedicine focused on individualized HRT and symptom management; good if you want a menopause-focused provider rather than general telehealth. (Pricing varies; expect an initial consult fee and follow-ups; check Elektra for current rates.)
- Gennev — menopause-focused digital clinic with education, coaching, and telehealth; useful if you want a menopause program plus medical care. (Subscription or visit fees; check site for current plans.)
- Hims & Hers — easy, lower‑cost telehealth for women’s health and prescriptions; convenient if you want straightforward access to common HRT prescriptions and routine refills with transparent medication pricing.
- PlushCare / Ro — general telehealth platforms that can evaluate menopause symptoms and prescribe HRT; typically charge a per‑visit fee (often ~$75–$129 depending on location) and accept some insurance plans.
- LetsGetChecked / Everlywell — at‑home hormone testing kits ($50–$250) to get baseline labs before or during treatment. Useful if you want numbers to guide therapy.
Typical price ranges (US, approximate)
- Single virtual consult: $40–$150 (some platforms higher for specialists).
- Subscription programs or menopause clinics: $20–$100/month (or higher for premium programs).
- Lab tests: $50–$300 depending on panel.
- Standard prescription HRT: often $10–$60/month (generics) with insurance; brand or patch/gel may be $50–200/month.
- Compounded HRT: $100–$400+/month.
How to pick and reduce cost
- Check whether your insurer covers telehealth visits or prescriptions (can cut costs a lot).
- Compare pay‑per‑visit vs subscription if you expect ongoing care.
- Ask each service what tests are required and whether they include follow‑ups and prescription management.
- Compare medication costs (pharmacy vs platform pharmacy vs compounding).
- If you want specialty care, pick a menopause‑focused clinic (Elektra, Gennev); if you want low cost/fast access, try Hims & Hers or PlushCare and get labs from LetsGetChecked/Everlywell.
If you tell me your country, whether you have insurance, and whether you expect to need HRT long‑term (vs short advice or non‑hormonal options), I can give more specific price estimates and list exact current plans.