Verdict
Pros
- Real PCP video visits, not pattern-matched intake forms.
- Strongest prior-authorization handling in the chart for branded Wegovy or Zepbound.
- Highest Trustpilot score among programs we reviewed.
- Same-day prescription common for insured patients.
- Spanish-speaking clinicians available.
Cons
- 30-day free trial auto-converts to paid, set a calendar reminder.
- $129 visit fee on top of the $19.99/mo membership for uninsured patients.
- Cash-pay math is uncompetitive against compounded specialists.
- Not a GLP-1 specialist, GLP-1 is one service among many.
- Wegovy intro $199/mo jumps to $399/mo after two months.
Patients with commercial insurance that covers Wegovy or Zepbound. PlushCare's PCPs handle prior authorization paperwork well.
Cash-pay patients comparing on monthly cost. The membership + visit fees + cash medication math is rarely competitive against specialists.
Pricing
Membership $19.99/mo after a 30-day free trial. Visit fee $129 without insurance. With insurance, most patients pay $30 or less for medication copay, all-in about $50/mo. Cash-pay far higher. Source: plushcare.com, verified 2026-06-22.
| Signup / one-time | None |
| Membership / subscription | $19.99/mo |
| Medication (varies by dose) | $30–$1,000/mo |
| All-in, lowest maintenance dose | $50/mo |
Price since we started tracking
| Week | Price |
|---|---|
| May 25 | $548/mo |
| Jun 1 | $548/mo |
| Jun 5 | $548/mo |
| Jun 7 | $548/mo |
| Jun 10 | $548/mo |
| Jun 15 | $45/mo |
| Jun 20 | $45/mo |
Headline maintenance price, read off the program's published pricing every Monday. Tracking since May 2026, 7 checks so far. See the full price tracker.
See how PlushCare compares with every path in our GLP-1 cost guide, or check the live price index for the full chart.
Lock-in & cancellation
Month-to-month
Online self-serve cancellation. The defining UX failure is the 30-day free trial that auto-converts. Set a calendar reminder before signing up.
How to cancel: Month-to-month, self-serve online cancel; the trap is the 30-day free trial that auto-converts to $19.99/mo, set a reminder before signing up.
Medication options
FDA-approved branded only via standard pharmacy fulfillment (CVS, Walgreens, etc.). PlushCare prescribes; the pharmacy fills.
FDA-approved branded
- Wegovy
- Zepbound
- Saxenda
- Ozempic (off-label)
- Mounjaro (off-label)
Compounded
- None offered
Other medications
- Metformin
- Phentermine
- Bupropion-naltrexone
Read the buyer's guide for the medications PlushCare covers: Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, Mounjaro.
Onboarding experience
Time to first prescription: 1 day.
Consultation type: Live video visit with a primary care physician.
Requirements: Video consult, weight, BMI, medical history.
PlushCare reviews: what members report
On r/Zepbound and r/Wegovy, PlushCare is the recommended pick when insurance covers GLP-1s. Cash-pay users describe feeling nickel-and-dimed by the layered fee structure.
What works
- Real PCP video visits, not pattern-matched intake forms
- Excellent at handling prior authorization
- Highest Trustpilot score in the chart
What to watch
- Free trial auto-converts to paid
- Visit fee on top of membership
- Cash-pay math is uncompetitive
How we scored PlushCare
Five dimensions, ten points each, weighted equally. Overall is the simple average.
Transparency
Terms
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Reviews
Member reviews reflects PlushCare’s Trustpilot rating of 3.4/5. See it on Trustpilot →
Frequently asked questions
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Alternatives to PlushCare
If PlushCare isn't the right fit, here are three programs we'd consider as next options:
Before committing to a cash-pay path, check whether your insurance covers a GLP-1 at the payer coverage center. On Medicaid, see Medicaid GLP-1 coverage by state first. If you need PA paperwork, the prior authorization letter library has templates for all major plans. Already denied? The appeal letter library has 120 templates by denial reason.
Learn the category before you commit
Read these before signing up for any GLP-1 telehealth program, PlushCare included:
Before committing to a cash-pay path, check whether your insurance covers GLP-1s at the payer coverage center. On Medicaid? See Medicaid GLP-1 coverage by stateto confirm your state’s formulary status before choosing a cash-pay program.
Similar programs
The three programs closest to PlushCare on insurance model, medication supply and overall score, for comparison before you commit.
