PlushCare GLP-1 Pricing & Reviews 2026: Real 12-Month Cost

PlushCare GLP-1 care is priced as a telehealth membership: $19.99 a month (first month free) plus a visit fee, which is $129 for an initial visit without insurance or typically $30 or less with in-network coverage. Over 12 months, PlushCare’s published fees add up to roughly $250 to $350, but medication, labs and follow-up visits are not included, so your real yearly cost depends mostly on what your pharmacy and insurer charge. All figures were checked on PlushCare’s own website on October 30, 2026.

What PlushCare publicly lists

PlushCare is a general online primary-care service, not a dedicated GLP-1 program. Its doctors can evaluate you and, if appropriate, send a prescription to a pharmacy you choose. Here is everything its site lists as a price.

Item	Listed price	Notes	Source
Membership	$19.99 per month	First month free; “cancel anytime”	PlushCare telehealth appointments
Initial visit, no insurance	$129	Follow-up visit price not published	PlushCare weight loss page
Visit, in-network insurance	Copay; “$30 or less” for most patients	Depends on your plan	PlushCare weight loss page
GLP-1 medication	Not published on PlushCare’s site as of Oct 30, 2026	Filled by your pharmacy of choice; PlushCare says weight loss medications usually cost about $1,000 per month out of pocket	PlushCare weight loss page
Lab work	Not published on PlushCare’s site as of Oct 30, 2026	Membership lists “exclusive discounts on lab tests”; labs are not included	PlushCare telehealth appointments
Annual membership	Not published on PlushCare’s site as of Oct 30, 2026	PlushCare’s terms say membership is available monthly or annually	PlushCare Terms of Use

On its weight loss page, PlushCare names brand-name medications its clinicians may prescribe, including Wegovy, Zepbound and Saxenda for weight loss, and Ozempic and Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes. The page does not mention compounded medication.

The 12-month math

Because PlushCare does not sell or price the medication itself, a true like-for-like comparison is not possible from its site alone. The table below shows what PlushCare’s own published fees add up to over a year, and keeps medication as a separate line so you can plug in your own pharmacy or insurance cost.

Scenario	Line items	12-month total
PlushCare, with in-network insurance (fees only)	Membership: 11 paid months x $19.99 = $219.89 (first month free) + initial visit copay of about $30	About $249.89, plus follow-up copays, medication copays and labs
PlushCare, without insurance (fees only)	Membership: 11 x $19.99 = $219.89 + initial visit $129	$348.89, plus follow-up visits (price not published), medication and labs
PlushCare, without insurance, using PlushCare’s own medication estimate	$348.89 in fees + about $1,000 per month x 12 for medication (PlushCare’s stated typical out-of-pocket cost)	About $12,348.89, plus follow-up visits and labs
Elara, injectable semaglutide (compounded)	52-week plan: 13 cycles x $179 = $2,327; 4-week plan: 13 x $249 = $3,237	$2,327 to $3,237, all-in
Elara, oral semaglutide (compounded)	52-week plan: 13 x $209 = $2,717; 4-week plan: 13 x $279 = $3,627	$2,717 to $3,627, all-in
Elara, tirzepatide (compounded)	52-week plan: 13 x $269 = $3,497; 4-week plan: 13 x $339 = $4,407	$3,497 to $4,407, all-in

Elara bills every 4 weeks, which is 13 billing cycles in a year, and its price stays the same at every dose step. Its totals include clinician care, quarterly labs, coaching, shipping and medication if prescribed. PlushCare’s totals cover only its own fees. If your insurance covers a brand-name GLP-1, your PlushCare cost could be far lower than the cash estimate above; if it does not, medication will likely be the largest part of your bill.

Compounded medications are not FDA-approved. FDA does not review them for safety, effectiveness, or quality.

What’s included: PlushCare vs. Elara

Feature	PlushCare	Elara
Medication options	Brand-name medications prescribed to your pharmacy (site names Wegovy, Zepbound, Saxenda, Contrave and others)	Compounded semaglutide (injection or oral) or compounded tirzepatide, if prescribed
Price at higher doses	Set by your pharmacy and insurer; not stated on site	Same price at every dose step
Clinician access	Same-day appointments 7 days a week; unlimited messages with the care team	Clinician review and dose decisions; secure messaging with the care team during business hours
Lab work	Not included; membership offers lab discounts	Metabolic labs every quarter at Quest or Labcorp, included
Coaching	Not stated on site	Call with a certified health coach every 3 weeks
Cancellation terms	Cancel anytime by emailing PlushCare; membership stays active to the end of the current term	No cancellation fee on 4-week plans; early cancellation of longer plans reconciled to the shorter plan’s rate
Pharmacy disclosure	Your pharmacy of choice; mail-order options may be available	See Elara’s verification hub
Membership or consult fees	$19.99 per month plus per-visit fees ($129 initial visit without insurance)	None beyond the plan price; free assessment
Insurance	In network with most major insurers, per its site; helps with prior authorization	Not stated on site

How to cancel PlushCare

PlushCare’s Terms of Use say you can cancel your membership at any time by emailing info@plushcare.com. A canceled paid membership stays active until the end of the current term and does not renew. The terms state that fees are generally non-refundable, with refunds or pro rata refunds provided as required by law or as stated in your account. The weight loss page adds that if PlushCare cannot treat you, it will refund the visit; medication and lab costs are not covered by that refund.

Who PlushCare may be a good fit for

• People whose insurance covers a brand-name GLP-1 and who want a doctor to help with the prescription and prior authorization.
• Anyone who specifically wants an FDA-approved, brand-name medication rather than a compounded one.
• Households that want broader online primary care, since the membership covers more than weight care and includes family members.
• People who prefer to use their own local pharmacy.
• Patients who want same-day video appointments seven days a week.

How Elara is different

Elara is built only for GLP-1 weight care, so the price you see is the full price: clinician care, quarterly labs, health coaching, shipping and medication if prescribed, at one rate that does not change as your dose goes up. Clinical care is provided by board-certified physicians through OpenLoop Healthcare Partners, PC. If predictable all-in pricing matters more to you than insurance billing, see how Elara works or compare plans and pricing.

Frequently asked questions

How much does PlushCare cost per month for GLP-1 care?

PlushCare lists its membership at $19.99 per month, with the first month free. Visits are billed separately: $129 for an initial visit without insurance, or typically a $30 or lower copay with in-network insurance. Medication is not included and is billed by your pharmacy.

Does PlushCare prescribe GLP-1 medications?

Yes. PlushCare’s weight loss page lists brand-name options such as Wegovy and Zepbound, which a PlushCare clinician may prescribe after an evaluation if appropriate. The prescription goes to your pharmacy of choice.

Does PlushCare take insurance for weight loss medication?

PlushCare says it is in network with most major insurance providers for visits. Coverage for the medication itself depends on your insurance plan, and PlushCare notes that most brand-name weight loss drugs require prior authorization, which typically takes 7 to 14 business days.

Is PlushCare legit?

PlushCare’s terms identify it as PlushCare, Inc., a Delaware corporation and subsidiary of Fabric Labs, Inc., with clinical care delivered through physician-owned professional corporations. Its site states it serves all 50 states and Washington, D.C., and its footer lists NCQA accreditation. Check its site directly for the current details.

Are labs included with PlushCare?

No. PlushCare says medication and lab work are not covered by membership or visit fees, though membership includes discounts on lab tests.

How do I cancel PlushCare?

According to its terms, you can cancel at any time by emailing info@plushcare.com. Your membership remains active through the end of the period you paid for.

Sources

• https://plushcare.com/weight-loss (accessed October 30, 2026)
• https://plushcare.com/telehealth-appointments (accessed October 30, 2026)
• https://plushcare.com/terms (accessed October 30, 2026)
• https://plushcare.com/about (accessed October 30, 2026)

Disclaimer: Published by Elara Health and Wellness, which offers its own GLP-1 program; this is not an independent review. Prices were checked on PlushCare’s website on October 30, 2026 and may change; confirm current pricing with PlushCare before you buy. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved; FDA does not review them for safety, effectiveness, or quality. All trademarks belong to their respective owners; no affiliation or endorsement is implied. This article is general information, not medical advice.