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Short answer: several reputable telehealth weight‑loss clinics can handle a switch from Wegovy (semaglutide) to Zepbound (tirzepatide). Good options to contact first are Calibrate, SteadyMD, PlushCare, Ro (Roman), and Hims & Hers — each has experience with GLP‑1/tirzepatide prescribing and follow‑up care.
Quick notes on each
- Calibrate — specialty metabolic/weight‑loss program with structured coaching + medical management. Good if you want a stepwise, programmatic transition and regular coaching.
- SteadyMD — matches you with a dedicated primary‑care doctor for ongoing care. Good if you want continuity and someone to manage dose changes and labs over time.
- PlushCare — convenient telehealth visits plus chronic‑care programs; frequently used for GLP‑1 prescriptions and has quick appointment availability.
- Ro (Roman) — consumer‑facing telehealth that offers weight‑loss medication management with home delivery options; convenient if you want streamlined service.
- Hims & Hers — broad direct‑to‑consumer telehealth that now includes weight‑loss meds and support; easy online access and delivery.
What to ask any clinic before committing
- Do you prescribe Zepbound (tirzepatide) specifically, or do you prescribe a different tirzepatide formulation?
- Can you manage a switch from Wegovy to Zepbound (recommended tapering, overlap, monitoring)?
- Will you handle prior authorization/insurance assistance or patient‑assistance enrollment?
- What baseline labs or vitals do you require (A1c, CMP, pregnancy test, EKG, etc.) and are they arranged locally?
- How are follow‑ups handled, and is dose titration included (frequency, cost)?
- Do you ship the medication and from which pharmacy?
Practical tips
- Bring your current Wegovy prescription details and any recent labs to speed the visit.
- Expect a medical evaluation; not everyone is an automatic candidate for Zepbound.
- Zepbound is new/expensive; check insurance coverage and manufacturer patient‑assistance programs.
- If you have diabetes or other complex conditions, choose a clinic offering clinician continuity (SteadyMD, Calibrate) rather than one‑off visits.
If you’d like, tell me: (1) whether you want a program with coaching vs a simple medical switch; (2) whether insurance must cover it; and (3) your state — I can recommend the single best match and draft the questions to ask them.