GLP-1 Weight Loss in Memphis (2026)

179 GLP-1 telehealth providers ship to Memphis, Tennessee. Compounded semaglutide averages $189/month — same active ingredient as Wegovy and Ozempic, a fraction of the cost.

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Featured GLP-1 providers serving Memphis

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  1. Top pick
    7.4
    Brightmeds

    Compounded from

    $100/mo

    Save $986/mo vs Zepbound
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  2. 7.6
    Maximus

    Compounded from

    $249.99/mo

    Save $1,099.01/mo vs Wegovy
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  3. 8.3
    Found

    Compounded from

    $99/mo

    Save $1,250/mo vs Wegovy
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  4. 6.2
    Wellorithm

    Compounded from

    $147/mo

    Save $1,202/mo vs Wegovy
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  5. 7.8
    Embody

    Compounded from

    $79/mo

    Save $1,270/mo vs Wegovy
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  6. 8.2
    Gala

    Compounded from

    $149/mo

    Save $937/mo vs Zepbound
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See all 179 GLP-1 providers serving Memphis ↓

Memphis at a Glance

Memphis population
633,104
City proper
Metro-area population
1,345,425
Wider telehealth market
Tennessee obesity rank
#9 of 50
1 = highest prevalence
Tennessee avg. compounded price
$189/mo
Semaglutide, cash-pay

About GLP-1 Access in Memphis

Memphis is one of the largest cities in Tennessee, located in Tennessee with a population of approximately 633,000. Telehealth is legal in Tennessee, and licensed GLP-1 providers can prescribe semaglutide or tirzepatide and ship directly to Memphis ZIP codes. Prices, formulary availability, and specific provider state coverage vary — confirm with the provider before starting.

The Memphis metro area brings the wider telehealth-serviceable population to roughly 1,345,425 residents, extending beyond the city's 633,104 city-proper population.

Tennessee's adult obesity rate is approximately 33.9% based on CDC Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System data[2], and state rankings are published in CDC's Adult Obesity Facts[3]. Tennessee is one of the highest-obesity states in the country (#9 of 50), where GLP-1 demand and specialist wait times run high, making telehealth especially valuable for Memphis residents. Before starting treatment, it's worth understanding what the clinical trials actually showed about GLP-1 side effects.

Tennessee Medicaid does not currently cover GLP-1s for weight loss alone (Diabetes only), which is why cash-pay compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide — averaging $189/month — is the realistic path for most Memphis residents seeking obesity treatment outside a type 2 diabetes diagnosis.

Looking beyond Memphis? See all GLP-1 providers in Tennessee, or read our Tennessee Medicaid GLP-1 coverage & prior-authorization guide.

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Semaglutide in Memphis
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Tirzepatide in Memphis
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All GLP-1 Providers Serving Memphis

1

CoreAge Rx

Verified partner

Best for: best overall value

8.3

CoreAge Rx offers LegitScript-certified compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide with free 2-day shipping to all 50 states. Backed by licensed physicians and 24/7 support, it delivers the most competitive pricing in the compounded GLP-1 space.

Score Breakdown

Value25%
8.5
Effectiveness25%
8.5
User Experience15%
8.5
Trust & Safety15%
7.8
Accessibility10%
8
Support10%
8.4

Pros

  • ✓LegitScript certified — rigorous pharmacy standards
  • ✓Free 2-day shipping nationwide
  • ✓Both semaglutide and tirzepatide available
  • ✓Lowest per-month pricing in the compounded segment
  • ✓24/7 support team
  • ✓All 50 states covered

Cons

  • ✗Compounded only — no brand-name Ozempic or Wegovy
  • ✗Newer brand with fewer independent reviews than legacy players
Starting from $99/moRead full review →
Visit CoreAge Rx →
2

bmiMD

Verified partner

Best for: mainstream telehealth GLP-1 access

8.1

Medical weight loss clinic offering GLP-1 prescriptions through telehealth.

Score Breakdown

Value25%
9
Effectiveness25%
8
User Experience15%
7.5
Trust & Safety15%
7.3
Accessibility10%
8.5
Support10%
8

Pros

  • ✓Both semaglutide and tirzepatide available

Cons

  • ✗Cheapest advertised rates require a 12-month prepaid plan — month-to-month is $129 for semaglutide and $139 for sermorelin injection
Starting from $99/moRead full review →
Visit bmiMD →
3

RxSpan MD

Verified partner

Best for: physician-led, pharmacy-transparent compounded GLP-1 with brand-name options

8.1

RxSpan MD is a physician-led telehealth practice founded by Dr. John Diaz, a board-certified plastic surgeon, offering compounded GLP-1 weight loss — semaglutide and tirzepatide from $249/mo, as injections or oral capsules — plus brand-name Wegovy, Zepbound and Ozempic. It's unusually transparent: it names its 503A pharmacy partners (Belmar, Strive, Epiq Scripts, Casa Pharma) and medical group, ships free, and includes unlimited 24/7 support. Available in all 50 states.

Score Breakdown

Value25%
7
Effectiveness25%
8.5
User Experience15%
7.5
Trust & Safety15%
9.3
Accessibility10%
8.5
Support10%
8.9

Pros

  • ✓Physician-led — founded by Dr. John Diaz, a board-certified plastic surgeon with 20+ years' experience
  • ✓Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide from $249/mo (injection or oral capsules), plus brand-name Wegovy, Zepbound and Ozempic
  • ✓Names its 503A pharmacy partners (Belmar, Strive, Epiq Scripts, Casa Pharma) and medical group
  • ✓LegitScript-certified (#50405601); free expedited shipping and unlimited 24/7 support included
  • ✓Available in all 50 states via a 2-minute assessment

Cons

  • ✗Compounded pricing ($249 semaglutide / $329 tirzepatide) sits mid-to-high versus the cheapest telehealth options
  • ✗Brand-name GLP-1 is priced steeply (Wegovy $1,349, Ozempic $1,299, Zepbound $1,069)
  • ✗Multi-vertical practice (also hair, sexual health, longevity), not weight-loss-only
  • ✗You pay at checkout before a clinician reviews you, and the site says a prescription is not guaranteed
Starting from $249/moRead full review →
Visit RxSpan MD →
4

Strut Health

Verified partner

Best for: oral-lozenge compounded GLP-1 access

8.0

Strut Health offers LegitScript + ACHC-accredited compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide in both injectable and oral lozenge formats, shipping to 49 states. Board-certified US physicians handle prescribing with free unlimited follow-up messaging, but eligibility is gated behind a 'medical necessity' clinician determination that isn't publicly defined.

Score Breakdown

Value25%
8.5
Effectiveness25%
8
User Experience15%
8
Trust & Safety15%
7.3
Accessibility10%
8
Support10%
8

Pros

  • ✓Both LegitScript and ACHC accredited — pharmacy oversight most compounded GLP-1 providers don't carry
  • ✓Oral lozenge option for semaglutide ($99/mo) and tirzepatide ($199/mo) — an injection-free alternative
  • ✓Auto-refill pricing saves 13–21% vs one-off orders
  • ✓Free unlimited follow-up messaging with board-certified US physicians
  • ✓Ships to 49 states (only Arkansas excluded)

Cons

  • ✗Requires a "medical necessity" review, but the criteria aren't published — you can't self-screen before paying for a consult
  • ✗Compounded only — no FDA-approved Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, or Mounjaro
  • ✗Pharmacy partners aren't named — you can't check the compounding source
  • ✗No insurance accepted — cash pay only
  • ✗Phone consultation requirement varies by state
Starting from $99/moRead full review →
Visit Strut Health →
5

Trimi Health

Verified partner

Best for: budget-conscious shoppers

7.9

Telehealth provider offering some of the lowest compounded GLP-1 pricing available.

Score Breakdown

Value25%
8
Effectiveness25%
8
User Experience15%
8
Trust & Safety15%
7.3
Accessibility10%
8
Support10%
8.4

Pros

  • ✓Aggressively low monthly pricing
  • ✓Both semaglutide and tirzepatide available
  • ✓Compounded GLP-1 access

Cons

  • ✗Limited public information on program details
Starting from $99/moRead full review →
Visit Trimi Health →
Browse all 179 GLP-1 providers serving Memphis A–Z

Also consider: 338 providers with undisclosed state coverage

These providers offer GLP-1 weight loss service (verified on their own websites) but do not publish a complete state-availability list publicly — their intake flow determines eligibility. We have not independently confirmed Memphis coverage for the providers below. Start the signup intake to check whether they serve your area before proceeding.

7.7/ 10
Verified partner

Ro

Best for: broadest GLP-1 formulary including Foundayo on day-one of launch

★★★★☆3.9/5

Editorial score · methodology

$149/moorforglipron
BrandOrforglipron
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8.0/ 10
Verified partner

ShedRx

Best for: mainstream telehealth GLP-1 access

★★★★☆4/5

Editorial score · methodology

$149/mosemaglutide
$199/motirzepatide
CompoundedSemaglutideTirzepatideOrforglipronGHK-Cu
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7.3/ 10
Verified partner

altRX

Best for: the only platform offering all four brand-name GLP-1s plus compounded

★★★★☆3.7/5

Editorial score · methodology

$149/mosemaglutide
$249/motirzepatide
CompoundedSemaglutideTirzepatideLegitScript VerifiedFDA Warning
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7.4/ 10
Verified partner

Luvo Health

Best for: compounded and brand GLP-1s, oral tablets and peptides on one price list

★★★★☆3.7/5

Editorial score · methodology

$249/mosemaglutide
$339/motirzepatide
CompoundedSemaglutideTirzepatideGonadorelinNAD+LegitScript Verified
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7.7/ 10
Verified partner

TrimRx

Best for: best overall value

★★★★☆3.9/5

Editorial score · methodology

$149/mosemaglutide
$259/motirzepatide
CompoundedSemaglutideTirzepatide
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6.9/ 10
Verified partner

DudeMeds

Best for: men seeking no-fee GLP-1 access with oral and injectable options

★★★★☆3.5/5

Editorial score · methodology

$175/mosemaglutide
$233/motirzepatide
CompoundedSemaglutideTirzepatideNAD+
Get StartedRead full DudeMeds review →

Browse all 338 providers with undisclosed coverage on the Tennessee page →

In-Person vs Telehealth in Memphis

Patients in Memphis have two main paths to GLP-1 treatment: an in-person obesity medicine or bariatric program, or a licensed telehealth provider that ships to Tennessee addresses. In-person programs are generally preferable for patients with complex medical needs, those pursuing bariatric surgery, or patients whose insurance covers a brand-name anti-obesity GLP-1 and requires in-person documentation. Telehealth is generally preferable for patients seeking cash-pay compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide from a 503A compounding pharmacy[5]. Medicaid and commercial insurance coverage of anti-obesity GLP-1s in Tennessee varies by plan[4].

In-person weight-management clinics in Memphis (63 in our directory)

From the NPI registry, cross-checked against obesity-medicine and bariatric taxonomy codes — mostly endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism.

Browse all 63 Memphis clinics in the directory →

Cost of GLP-1 Medications in Memphis

Average compounded semaglutide (Tennessee)[1]
$189/month

Brand-name Wegovy in Memphis typically costs $1,349/month without insurance, while Zepbound runs $1,086/month. Compounded semaglutide through telehealth providers averages $189/month in Tennessee, representing savings of more than $13,000 per year. For a full breakdown of every low-cost option, read our cheapest way to get GLP-1s without insurance guide. If you're deciding between the two paths, see our compounded vs. branded GLP-1 decision guide.

Other Cities in Tennessee

Comparing options beyond Memphis? GLP-1 telehealth providers ship statewide, so these Tennessee cities have their own dedicated pricing and provider breakdowns:

Nashville GLP-1 providers →Knoxville GLP-1 providers →Chattanooga GLP-1 providers →

Frequently Asked Questions

Memphis residents can get GLP-1 medications through licensed telehealth providers that ship compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide directly to Tennessee addresses, or by seeing a local clinician in person and filling a brand-name prescription (Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, Mounjaro) at a retail pharmacy. Telehealth providers that serve Tennessee are listed above, and our directory tracks 63 in-person weight-management clinics in Memphis itself.
Yes. Our clinic directory lists 63 weight-management practices in Memphis, TN, drawn from the NPI registry and matched on obesity-medicine, bariatric, and related taxonomy codes — most commonly endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism. In-person care is usually the better path when insurance covers a brand-name GLP-1 and requires documented visits; the ranked telehealth list above is usually the cheaper cash-pay path.
Yes — telehealth prescribing of GLP-1 medications is legal in Tennessee. Licensed providers can conduct an online evaluation, prescribe semaglutide or tirzepatide when clinically appropriate, and arrange delivery to your address through a partner pharmacy.
Compounded semaglutide pricing is set at the provider level, not the city level, and varies by dose and plan. See the pricing columns on each provider card above for the current monthly cost from providers that serve Tennessee. Brand-name Wegovy and Zepbound retail list prices are $1,000-$1,350 per month without insurance.
Insurance coverage in Memphis follows Tennessee plan-level rules. Most commercial plans cover Ozempic and Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes diagnoses, but coverage for Wegovy and Zepbound (the obesity-indicated versions) is much more limited and typically requires prior authorization. Check your plan's formulary for the specific drug and indication you need.
The lowest-cost route for Memphis residents is usually compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide through telehealth, averaging around $189/month in Tennessee — well below brand-name Wegovy ($1,349/mo) or Zepbound ($1,086/mo) without insurance. Compare current pricing from providers serving Memphis above, or check if your insurance covers a brand-name option first.
Tennessee Medicaid coverage for GLP-1 weight-loss medication is currently: Diabetes only. Ozempic and Mounjaro are generally covered for type 2 diabetes, while the obesity-indicated versions (Wegovy, Zepbound) typically require prior authorization or aren't covered at all, depending on the plan.
179 GLP-1 telehealth and in-person providers currently serve Memphis residents, based on our tracked pricing and availability data. See the full ranked list above, or browse the A-Z index for every provider that ships to Tennessee.

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Sources & methodology — as of October 2026
  1. 1.Weight Loss Rankings — GLP-1 Pricing Index 2026 (our independent dataset)— WeightLossRankings.org.
  2. 2.CDC BRFSS — Adult Obesity Prevalence Maps by State (Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System)— Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
  3. 3.CDC — State Obesity Rankings and Adult Obesity Facts— Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
  4. 4.KFF — Medicaid coverage research (anti-obesity & GLP-1 drug policy)— Kaiser Family Foundation.
  5. 5.FDA — Compounding and the 503A Pharmacy Framework— U.S. Food & Drug Administration.