Ascend Medical vs NovoCare Pharmacy

Detailed side-by-side comparison of Ascend Medical and NovoCare Pharmacy.

Comparing:Ascend MedicalNovoCare Pharmacy

Comparing 2 Providers

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Telemedicine

Ascend Medical

Affordable Online GLP-1 Weight Loss

Pricing
$150/mo

Starting price for GLP-1 medications

Medications
Compounded
  • Semaglutide
  • Tirzepatide
Features
Insurance
Ratings

No ratings available

Pros
  • +Very affordable starting price ($150/month)
  • +Both semaglutide and tirzepatide available
  • +Insurance and self-pay options
Cons
  • Pricing varies based on insurance/self-pay
  • Limited public information on full program
  • Only compounded options at lower prices
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Manufacturer

NovoCare Pharmacy

Novo Nordisk Patient Support

Pricing
$149/mo

Wegovy pill from $149/mo, injections $199/mo intro

Medications
Brand Name
  • Semaglutide(Wegovy Injection, Wegovy Pill)
  • Semaglutide(Ozempic)
Features
No additional features listed
Ratings
4.0Trustpilot
A+BBB
Pros
  • +FDA-approved medication from manufacturer
  • +NEW Wegovy pill available January 2026 from $149/mo
  • +Significant discount vs retail (70% off list price)
Cons
  • Medicare/Medicaid beneficiaries ineligible for cash-pay program
  • Requires prescription from provider
  • Higher cost than compounded alternatives

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