💻 Step-by-Step Telehealth Process
Sign up with a telehealth platform
Examples:
DirectMeds
Hims & Hers Health
Complete an online medical questionnaire 📝
Covers your height, weight, medical history, current medications, and previous weight loss attempts.
Video consultation with a licensed clinician 🎥
They review your form and discuss risks/benefits.
They confirm if GLP-1 is safe and appropriate for you.
Prescription issued (if approved) 💊
Most platforms will prescribe:
Wegovy or Zepbound for weight loss
Sometimes Ozempic or Mounjaro off-label
Medication shipped to your home 📦
Comes with instructions for injections.
Telehealth clinicians often provide follow-up support and dosage adjustments.
Ongoing monitoring 🔄
Weight tracking, side-effect check-ins, lab work if needed.
Telehealth platforms usually schedule follow-ups every 4–12 weeks.
💰 Cost Considerations
Consultation fees: $0–$150/month
Medication:
Brand GLP-1: $900–$1,400/month 💸
Compounded GLP-1: $200–$500/month 💵
Insurance may cover brand GLP-1 only if you meet strict criteria
⚠️ Red Flags & Tips
Avoid platforms that ship without a proper video consult ❌
Beware of non-FDA approved products from unknown sources ⚠️
Make sure you have ongoing access to a licensed clinician for dosage changes
