PlushCare
Virtual Primary Care
Virtual primary care platform prescribing FDA-approved brand-name GLP-1 medications only, ideal for patients with insurance coverage.
Medications Available
Pros
- FDA-approved brand medications only
- Accepts insurance
- Established virtual primary care platform
- Board-certified physicians
- Safe, consistent treatment
Cons
- No compounded options (much pricier without insurance)
- Medication costs ~$1000/month without insurance
- Membership fee required
- Per-visit fees add up
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About PlushCare
PlushCare is a virtual primary care platform founded in 2014 in San Francisco, CA. They prescribe FDA-approved brand-name GLP-1 medications only, focusing on safety and consistency by not offering compounded versions. This makes them ideal for patients with insurance coverage.
How It Works
- Join PlushCare - Sign up for membership
- Book Video Visit - Schedule with board-certified physician
- Get Prescription - Sent to your pharmacy of choice
- Ongoing Care - Follow-up visits as needed
Pricing (March 2026)
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PlushCare Membership | $19.99/mo | Required for all patients |
| Visit (with insurance) | ~$30/visit | Typical in-network copay |
| Visit (without insurance) | $119-129/visit | Self-pay per visit |
| Wegovy Intro (NovoCare) | $199/mo | First 2 months, lowest doses, through Mar 2026 |
| Wegovy Standard | $399/mo | 28-day supply via NovoCare |
| Zepbound (with insurance + savings card) | As low as $25/mo | For commercially insured patients |
| Zepbound (cash-pay) | $499/mo | Via LillyDirect savings |
Without insurance coverage, brand medication costs $1,000+/mo. No compounded options available. PlushCare launched an enhanced Weight Loss Program for improved national GLP-1 access.
Who Is This Best For?
- Patients with insurance coverage for GLP-1s
- Those who only want FDA-approved medications
- People seeking a trusted virtual primary care platform
- Patients who prefer board-certified physicians
Cheaper Alternatives to PlushCare
If you’re paying cash (no insurance), PlushCare’s $1,000+/month pricing is among the highest in telehealth. Better options for cash-pay patients:
- Ro: Wegovy pill from $149/mo, compounded semaglutide from $45/mo
- LifeMD: Wegovy pill from $149/mo, dual Novo + Lilly partnerships
- LillyDirect: Zepbound KwikPen from $299/mo direct from Eli Lilly
See our full guide: Cheaper Alternatives to PlushCare for GLP-1 Medications
The Bottom Line
PlushCare is ideal for insured patients seeking FDA-approved GLP-1 medications through a trusted virtual care platform. Without insurance, costs are prohibitive — consider alternatives starting at $45-149/month.
Last updated: April 2026
Last verified: April 2026
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