9amHealth vs Get Thin MD
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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9amHealth
Best for Insured patients wanting branded GLP-1s within a full cardiometabolic care programStarting at $149/mo
Get Thin MD
Best for lowest-priced compounded semaglutide on a 3-month commitment, with brand-name Ozempic/Zepbound also availableStarting at $169/mo
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | 9amHealth | Get Thin MD |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 7.6/10 | ✓7.9/10 |
| Starting Price | ✓$149/mo | $169/mo |
| Editorial Rating | 3.8 ★ /5 | ✓4 ★ /5 |
| Features | 7 features | 7 features |
| States Available | 0 | 0 |
| Compounded | — | ✓ Yes |
| Brand Name | ✓ Yes | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | — |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
Pros & Cons
9amHealth
Pros
- ✓Prescribes FDA-approved branded GLP-1s (Wegovy, Zepbound, Saxenda)
- ✓$149/month membership or free when covered by insurance
- ✓Membership includes specialists, labs, devices, and medications
- ✓Board-certified obesity specialists (DABOM), endocrinologists, dietitians, PharmDs
- ✓Helps navigate insurance approvals; employer and state-plan partnerships
- ✓Home lab draws available in some areas
- ✓Cardiometabolic whole-body care beyond weight loss
Cons
- ✗Medication coverage and GLP-1 access depend on insurance and BMI criteria
- ✗State availability not enumerated on the public site
- ✗Branded GLP-1s can be costly without insurance coverage
- ✗Pricing for medications not transparently listed
Get Thin MD
Pros
- ✓3-month compounded semaglutide at $169/mo is among the lowest ongoing prices in the category
- ✓Price-lock promise — same price every dose, no hidden fees
- ✓Both compounded and brand-name options on one platform (sema, tirz, plus Ozempic and Zepbound)
- ✓Nationwide availability with async evaluation — no in-person visit
- ✓Broader wellness menu (sermorelin, NAD+, HRT, hair loss) lets you consolidate protocols
- ✓Publishes the FDA compounded-medication disclaimer
Cons
- ✗Compounded medications aren't FDA-approved and lack the review of brand-name GLP-1s
- ✗Pharmacy partners not named — no way to verify the compounding source or batch testing
- ✗Claims nationwide coverage but publishes no state list — confirm at intake
- ✗Headline results (9.6 lbs in 30 days) come from self-reported patient data, not a trial
- ✗Wide wellness funnel may steer you toward non-weight-loss protocols
Our Verdict
Get Thin MD edges out 9amHealth with a higher overall score of 7.9/10 and is particularly strong for lowest-priced compounded semaglutide on a 3-month commitment, with brand-name Ozempic/Zepbound also available. 9amHealth remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for Insured patients wanting branded GLP-1s within a full cardiometabolic care program.
Glossary references
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- Semaglutide · Drugs and brands
- Tirzepatide · Drugs and brands
- Compounded GLP-1 · Pharmacy and drug forms
- 503A pharmacy · Pharmacy and drug forms
- PCAB accreditation · Pharmacy and drug forms
- Prior authorization (PA) · Insurance and regulatory
- Off-label use · Insurance and regulatory
- FDA Drug Shortage List · Insurance and regulatory
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