Checked November 5, 2026
Free and low-cost GLP-1 and weight-loss help in Missouri
Missouri 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.
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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 Missouri to call:
- Swope Health Services, Kansas City, 816-923-5800
- St. Louis County, Missouri, Saint Louis, 314-615-0400
- Advocates for a Healthy Community, Springfield, 417-732-3630
- Compass Health, Clinton, 844-853-8937
- Northwest Health Services, Saint Joseph, 816-233-8536
- Great Mines Health Center, Potosi, 573-664-1221
- Big Springs Medical Association, Ellington, 573-989-3813
- Ozark Tri-County Health Care Consortium, Neosho, 417-847-0057
- Regional Health Care Clinic, Sedalia, 660-287-1218
- Preferred Family Healthcare, Incorporated, Kirksville, 573-603-1460
Find the health center nearest you. Ask for the sliding fee form when you book.
Clinics in the biggest Missouri counties
In Missouri, Jackson, St. Louis, Greene, Jefferson, Boone and St. Charles counties have the most adults who struggle to afford care, so a call to a clinic there is a good first step.
Jackson County
About 37 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).
- Swope Health Independence, 11320 E Truman Rd, Independence, 816-599-5200
- Hope Family Care Center, 3027 Prospect Ave, Kansas City, 816-861-6500
- Kansas City Care Clinic, 3507 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, 816-753-5411
- Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center - East, 2100 E 9Th St, Kansas City, 816-474-4920
- Compass Health, 901 Ne Independence Ave, Lees Summit, 816-966-0900
County public health: Independence City Health Department, Independence, 816-325-7986.
St. Louis County
About 31 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 7 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).
- Betty Jean Kerr People's Health Centers, 11642 West Florissant Ave, Florissant, 314-838-8220
- Affinia Healthcare Ferguson, 3396 Pershall Rd, Saint Louis, 314-898-1700
- Family Care Health Centers at University City, 7401 Balson Ave, Saint Louis, 609-820-1961
- John C Murphy Health Center, 6121 N Hanley Rd, Saint Louis, 314-615-0500
Greene County
About 37 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 8 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 14 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Jordan Valley Community Health Center - Republic, 649 E Elm St, Republic, 417-851-1551
- Fordland Clinic, 1300 E Bradford Pkwy, Springfield, 417-767-2273
County public health: Springfield - Greene County Public Health Center, Springfield, 417-864-1658.
Jefferson County
About 40 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 8 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).
- Compass Health - Arnold, 21 Municipal Dr, Arnold, 636-296-6206
County public health: Jefferson County Health Department, Hillsboro, 636-789-3372.
Boone County
About 30 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 8 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 14 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Clarity Healthcare, 1010 Range Line St, Columbia, 573-476-0022
- Compass Health Center, 3501 Berrywood Dr, Columbia, 844-853-8937
County public health: Columbia-Boone County Department Of Public Health And Human Services, Columbia, 573-874-7355.
St. Charles County
About 36 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 6 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 6 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Compass Health, 102 Compass Point Dr, Saint Charles, 636-946-6832
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.
Missouri Medicaid and GLP-1s
MO HealthNet covers Zepbound for weight loss with prior approval at a BMI of 30 or more, or 27 or more with a weight-related condition. Wegovy is covered for heart protection. The full rules are on Missouri Medicaid GLP-1 coverage.
Food help in Missouri
- SNAP: call 855-373-4636, or apply online. Program details.
- 2-1-1: dial 211 for food, rides, rent help and clinics near your zip code.
Food banks:
- Harvesters - The Community Food Network, Kansas City, 816-929-3000
- Ozarks Food Harvest, Springfield, 417-865-3411
- Second Harvest Community Food Bank, St. Joseph, 816-364-3663
- Southeast Missouri Food Bank, Sikeston, 573-471-1818
- St. Louis Area Foodbank, Bridgeton, 314-292-6262
- The Food Bank for Central & Northeast Missouri, Columbia, 573-474-1020
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 Missouri that meet in person include:
- Caring Community Partnership, Moberly: 660-263-7173
- Cox-Monett Hospital, Inc., Monett: 573-882-5918
- Gateway Region Young Men's Christian Association, St. Louis: 314-436-1177
- Life Enhancements Home Health Care, LLC, Ferguson: 314-764-2309
- MPower, Charleston: 573-683-2191
- Putnam County Health Department, Unionville: 660-947-2429
- St. Luke's hospital, Chesterfield: 314-205-6483
- The Curators of the University of Missouri - UMKC School of Medicine, Kansas City: 816-235-1091
- Wellness 4 Prevention, LLC, Grandview: 816-425-3220
- Your Diabetes Partners, Saint Peters: 636-262-9117
- Age 65 or older: Missouri State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives free one-to-one Medicare help. Call 800-390-3330.
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.
Missouri free-help FAQ
How much does a health center visit cost in Missouri?
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 Missouri.
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.