What to do when your insurance won’t cover Ozempic or Wegovy.
The brand name does not always mean better, and it almost certainly never means cheaper. When quality is not in question, why pay more for the same stuff?
That’s one of the driving questions that pushed our doctors to build TeleFitMD.
Many of us are on the hunt for affordable options that don’t compromise on health and safety.
In this blog, we will break down how TeleFitMD saves our patients thousands on their weight loss medication compared to the traditional route.
The Traditional Route
Whether you are paying ridiculous out-of-pocket costs that can soar as high as thousands of dollars a month, or you are one of the lucky few whose insurance covers the medication; there are a few hoops you must jump through either way.
Doctor’s Appointment
- If you are lucky enough to get an appointment with your PCP this month, you will inevitably have to go down to their office and initiate a very tricky conversation where you try to plead your case in the 5 allotted minutes they scheduled you in for.
- If they agree that you are in need of medical intervention to help with your weight loss, they will hopefully write you a script for the medication you want.
Insurance
- Now that you have a prescription, the real fun starts. Let’s see if insurance will cover WHAT YOUR DOCTOR ALREADY SAID YOU NEED.
- Sweet! They will cover it…well, some of it. You almost certainly have a copay or deductible high enough to make your mother weep.
- Darn! They don’t cover it… you are now facing down the barrel of an OOP cost more than double most monthly car payments.
Pharmacy
- Where the rubber meets the tarmac. You go in person to a pharmacy to pray that they have your medication in stock (they won’t—there’s a wild shortage right now). So you search far and wide for your pen just to offer up your credit card as a sacrifice.
- Finally, ah you are feeling good. Get ready to do it all over again next month.
The TeleFitMD Advantage
At TeleFitMD, our approach is not only convenient but also cost-effective. All while delivering the top-tier service that you deserve. This is what you can expect out of your TeleFitMD experience:
Free Online Consultation
- Schedule an appointment through our convenient and secure patient portal.
- Then, meet with one of our outstanding doctors from the comfort of your home.
Delivered straight to your door
- No need to go to a hospital or pharmacy to retrieve your medication. It will be discreetly sent right to your front door.
Competitive pricing with no insurance hassles
- You aren't charged a dime until your medication is en route.
- We operate outside of the traditional health insurance system, for good reason; it’s broken.
- Enjoy our competitive monthly subscription payment model of $350/month. Which includes everything TeleFitMD provides.
Continued support
- Our doctors meet with you monthly to check in on your progress and ensure you're on the right track and dose to meet your weight loss goals.
- We offer a direct line to our care team to answer any questions you might have.
- You get access to all of TeleFitMD’s educational material.
Not only does TeleFitMD offer substantial savings, but our online clinic and support staff provide the convenience of a high-quality professional weight loss management service from the comfort of your own home. It's a cost-effective solution that puts you in control of your weight loss journey.
We’re ready when you are.
