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PlushCare is a primary care platform that also runs a doctor-led weight program with GLP-1s. Membership is listed at $19.99 per month with the first month free, and self-pay visits show $129 if you are not using insurance.
If you want brands, their Wegovy page highlights NovoCare at $499 per month for uninsured buyers, and the Zepbound page shows LillyDirect vial pricing from $349 to $499 per month. Compounded options are limited to active FDA shortage periods and are clearly labeled as not FDA-approved.
About PlushCare
Good fit if you want brand GLP-1s with insurance support or transparent cash options through manufacturer programs.
Why it's for you
- Clear membership and visit pricing: $19.99 per month membership with a free first month, and $129 listed for self-pay visits.
- Brand-first paths are front and center, with Wegovy highlighted at $499 via NovoCare and Zepbound vials at $349–$499 through LillyDirect.
- The care team assists with prior authorization for branded GLP-1s, which shortens the insurance approval cycle.
- When shortages apply, PlushCare posts dose-based pricing for compounded tirzepatide so you know costs in advance.
- Baseline labs and follow-up testing are explained in plain language, setting expectations for the clinical workflow.
Why it's not for you
- Compounded GLP-1s are offered only during FDA-declared shortages and are not FDA-approved.
- Membership renews automatically and requires a card on file; membership fees are not HSA or FSA eligible.
- Refund policy covers the appointment under limited conditions, but medications and prescriptions are final sale.
- Brand pens without manufacturer programs can still cost four figures per month at retail pharmacies.
- Shipping for compounded medications is not immediate—allow roughly a week from order to delivery.
Pricing, membership, and what you actually pay
PlushCare operates on a subscription model. Membership is posted at $19.99 per month with a 30-day free trial. If you self-pay for appointments, the initial visit shows $129. Using insurance triggers an estimated charge that settles once your claim processes.
Brand paths and cash options. For semaglutide, the Wegovy page points to NovoCare at $499 per month for uninsured patients. For tirzepatide, the Zepbound section highlights LillyDirect vials priced between $349 and $499 per month depending on dose. These manufacturer programs are often cheaper than retail if you are paying cash.
How it works and timing
Visits and labs. You book an online appointment. Clinicians order baseline labs before starting GLP-1 therapy, then a follow-up visit reviews results and treatment options. The weight-management guide on the site outlines which lab panels to expect.
Turnaround to medication. NovoCare and LillyDirect follow manufacturer mail-order timelines, so plan around their shipping cadence. PlushCare says compounded medication, when available, typically arrives about a week after the order is placed.
Compounded medications explained
Compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide is offered only when brand drugs remain on the FDA shortage list. PlushCare stresses that compounded products are not FDA-approved and publishes dose-tier pricing so you can budget when shortages persist.
Privacy, pharmacy, and policies
HIPAA and privacy. The company maintains both a standard privacy policy and a HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices outlining how PHI is used and your rights to access or amend records.
Billing rules. A payment card is required for all patients. You may use HSA or FSA cards for visits and labs, but membership fees do not qualify for HSA/FSA reimbursement.
Refunds. Appointment fees may be refunded if the physician cancels or cannot treat you, but prescriptions are final sale and medication costs are not refundable.
FAQ: quick answers
How much are membership and the first visit? Membership is $19.99 per month with the first month free; the self-pay visit is $129 when you do not use insurance.
What are the cash options for Wegovy or Zepbound? Wegovy is highlighted at $499 per month via NovoCare, and Zepbound vials range from $349 to $499 per month through LillyDirect depending on dose.
Do they prescribe compounded GLP-1s? Only when the FDA shortage list is active. During those periods, PlushCare posts dose-based pricing and reminds patients that compounded products are not FDA-approved.
Will they help with insurance? Yes. The care team handles prior authorization paperwork for branded medications.
Can I use HSA or FSA? HSA or FSA cards are accepted for visits and labs, while membership fees are excluded from HSA/FSA eligibility.
How fast is shipping? Compounded prescriptions typically arrive about a week after ordering. Manufacturer programs follow their own mail-order schedules.
What about privacy? PlushCare publishes both a Privacy Policy and a HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices outlining your rights and how data is handled.
Bottom line
Keith Murphy
Senior Editor
If you want an insurance-friendly route to GLP-1s, PlushCare is easy to price and practical. You can pursue coverage with help from their team or use the posted cash programs for Wegovy and Zepbound. Read the refund page, remember that compounded access depends on shortages, and schedule labs and follow-ups so the process stays predictable.
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