Checked November 5, 2026
Free and low-cost GLP-1 and weight-loss help in Alaska
Alaska has health centers that charge by income, maker programs that start at $149 a month, and food help across the state. Start with the one that fits your week.
Ready to start this week? Two cash programs that ship to Alaska.
No insurance needed.
Prices checked Nov 12, 2026.
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Health centers that charge by income
Federally funded health centers set your fee by household size and income. At or below the poverty line the fee is a small flat amount, and it rises in steps to the full price at twice the line.
| Household | Smallest fee at or below | Full price from |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $15,960 a year | $31,920 a year |
| 2 people | $21,640 a year | $43,280 a year |
| 3 people | $27,320 a year | $54,640 a year |
| 4 people | $33,000 a year | $66,000 a year |
Health centers in Alaska to call:
- Girdwood Health Clinic, Girdwood, 907-783-1355
- Sunshine Community Health Center, Talkeetna, 907-495-4100
- Interior Community Health Center, Fairbanks, 907-455-4567
- Peninsula Community Health Services of Alaska, Soldotna, 907-262-3119
- Bethel Family Clinic, Bethel, 907-543-3773
- Jamhi Health & Wellness, Juneau, 907-463-3303
- Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corp, Bethel, 907-675-4556
- Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium, Juneau, 907-736-2347
- Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation, Dillingham, 907-525-4326
- Dena Nena Henash, Fairbanks, 907-452-8251 x3402
Find the health center nearest you. Ask for the sliding fee form when you book.
Clinics in the biggest Alaska boroughs and census areas
In Alaska, Anchorage, Matanuska-Susitna, Fairbanks North Star, Kenai Peninsula, Bethel and Juneau boroughs and census areas have the most adults who struggle to afford care, so a call to a clinic there is a good first step.
Municipality of Anchorage
About 35 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 10 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 9 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center, 4951 Business Park Blvd, Anchorage, 907-743-7200
- Covenant House Alaska Health Clinic, 755 A St, Anchorage, 907-272-1255
- Georgetown Clinic, #1 Clinic Road, Anchorage, 907-675-4556
- Girdwood Health Clinic, 131 Lindblad Ave, Girdwood, 907-783-1355
County public health: Municipality of Anchorage Health and Human Services, Anchorage, 907-343-4605.
Matanuska-Susitna Borough
About 38 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 10 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 10 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Palmer Clinic, 425 E Dahlia Avenue, Suite L, Palmer, 907-376-2411
- C'eyiits' Hwnax Life House Community Health Center, 11495 N Callison St, Sutton, 907-631-7665
- Sunshine Community Health Center, 34300 S Talkeetna Spur, Talkeetna, 907-733-2273
County public health: Mat-Su Public Health Center - South Central Region, Wasilla, 907-352-6600.
Fairbanks North Star Borough
About 35 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 10 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 8 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Interior Community Health Center, 1606 23Rd Ave, Fairbanks, 907-455-4567
County public health: Fairbanks Regional Public Health Center, Fairbanks, 907-452-1776.
Kenai Peninsula Borough
About 32 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 10 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 12 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Svt Health and Wellness - Anchor Point, 72351 Milo Fritz Ave, Anchor Point, 907-226-2238
- Pchs - Kenai Medical and Behavioral Health Center, 805 Frontage Rd, Kenai, 907-260-7300
- Seward Community Health Center, 417 First Ave, Seward, 907-224-2273
- Indian Creek Health Center, 73 C St, Tyonek, 907-583-2461
County public health: Division of Public Health - Seward Health Center, Seward, 907-224-5567.
Bethel Census Area
About 39 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 16 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 29 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Chuathbaluk Clinic, #1 Clinic Road, Gen. Delivery, Aniak, 907-675-4556
- Bethel Family Clinic - Medical / Behavioral Health Clinic, 430 Main St, Bethel, 907-543-3773
- Goodnews Bay Village Clinic, Clinic Road, Goodnews Bay, 907-967-8128
County public health: Bethel Public Health Center and Itinerant Nursing Services - Southwest Region, Bethel, 907-543-2110.
City and Borough of Juneau
About 35 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 9 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 9 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Front Street Clinic Juneau, 225 Front St, Juneau, 907-463-4201
- Jamhi Health & Wellness, 2075 Jordan Avenue, Juneau, 907-463-3303
County public health: Juneau Public Health Center, Juneau, 907-465-3353.
Kusilvak Census Area
About 47 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 18 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 31 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Alakanuk Clinic, #1 Clinic Road, Gen Delivery, Alakanuk, 907-238-3210
Nome Census Area
About 39 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 14 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 21 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Brevig Mission Clinic, Po Box 85058, Brevig Mission, 907-642-4311
County public health: Nome Public Health Nursing, Nome, 907-443-3221.
North Slope Borough
About 42 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 11 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 12 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Point Hope Clinic, 101 Main Street, Point Hope, 907-368-2234
County public health: North Slope Borough Health and Social Services Agency, Barrow, 907-852-0366.
Ketchikan Gateway Borough
About 38 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 10 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 9 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Kasaan Health Center, 1St St, Ketchikan, 907-542-2222
County public health: Ketchikan Public Health Center, Ketchikan, 907-225-4350.
Maker programs and prices
| Program | What you pay | Who it fits |
|---|---|---|
| NovoCare Pharmacy, Wegovy pen | $199 a month for the first two fills, then $349 | Anyone with a prescription |
| NovoCare Pharmacy, Wegovy pill | $149 for 1.5 mg, $199 for 4 mg, $299 for 9 mg and 25 mg | Anyone with a prescription |
| Zepbound from Lilly | KwikPen $299 at 2.5 mg, $399 at 5 mg, from $449 at higher doses | Anyone with a prescription |
| TrumpRx | Wegovy pill $149, Wegovy pen $199, Zepbound $299 a month | Anyone with a prescription |
| Novo Nordisk Patient Assistance | Ozempic at no cost | No insurance and income up to $31,920 for one person |
| Lilly Cares | Trulicity at no cost | Income up to $47,880 for one person |
| Medicare GLP-1 Bridge | $50 a month for Wegovy, Foundayo or Zepbound KwikPen | Part D members who meet the weight and health test, until December 31, 2027 |
Zepbound has a $25 savings card for people whose insurance covers it, good through December 31, 2026. Prices read November 5, 2026. Compare every cash program on the cash price chart.
Alaska Medicaid and GLP-1s
Alaska Medicaid covers GLP-1s for type 2 diabetes, with prior approval. It does not cover them for weight loss alone. The full rules are on Alaska Medicaid GLP-1 coverage.
Food help in Alaska
- SNAP: call 907-465-3347, or apply online. Program details.
- 2-1-1: dial 211 for food, rides, rent help and clinics near your zip code.
Food bank:
- Food Bank of Alaska, Anchorage, 907-272-3663
Find the food bank for your county.
Free coaching and Medicare help
- Lifestyle change programs: a year of group coaching on food and movement, led by trained coaches. Search the CDC list for your zip code, in person or online. Programs in Alaska that meet in person include:
- YMCA of Alaska, Anchorage: 563-321-1104
- Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center, Anchorage: 743-7200
- Tanana Chiefs Conference, Fairbanks: 451-6682 Ext. 3768
- Copper River Native Association, Glennallen: 822-5241
- Kenaitze Indian Tribe, Kenai: 335-7500
- Ketchikan Indian Community Tribal Health Clinic, Ketchikan: 228-9270
- Age 65 or older: Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) gives free one-to-one Medicare help. Call 800-478-6065.
Four ways to stretch your health dollar
- Ask every clinic and pharmacy for the cash price before you book or fill.
- Bring your last tax return or pay stubs to a health center visit so the sliding fee applies on day one.
- Ask for a 90-day supply when your prescriber agrees.
- Apply for Medicaid any time of year, and check Marketplace savings during open enrollment.
Alaska free-help FAQ
How much does a health center visit cost in Alaska?
It depends on your income. At or below the poverty line the fee is a small flat amount, and between one and two times the line it steps up. Ask for the sliding fee form.
Can I get help with a GLP-1 if I have no insurance?
Yes. NovoCare Pharmacy and Lilly sell directly at the prices above, and the cash programs at the top of this page ship to Alaska.
Where do I start if I need food and a clinic?
Dial 211. It connects you with food banks, clinics and other help near your zip code.
Sources: Health center fee rule (42 CFR 51c.303); 2026 poverty guidelines (ASPE); HRSA health center list; Feeding America member list; USDA SNAP directory; maker pages linked above; state Medicaid drug lists. Read November 5, 2026. How we check.
This page lists public programs and is not medical advice. Ask your clinician before starting any medicine.