9amHealth vs MEDVi
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
MEDVi
Best for patients who want the option to switch between compounded and brand-name GLP-1 through one providerStarting at $179/mo
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | 9amHealth | MEDVi |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 7.6/10 | 7.6/10 |
| Starting Price | ✓$149/mo | $179/mo |
| Editorial Rating | 3.8 ★ /5 | 3.8 ★ /5 |
| Features | 7 features | 7 features |
| States Available | 0 | ✓48 |
| 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
MEDVi
Pros
- ✓Both compounded and brand-name (Wegovy, Zepbound) GLP-1 options in one platform
- ✓Oral tablet and injectable formats
- ✓Named US pharmacy partners (Triad Rx, Precision Medicine, RedRock Pharmacy, Beaker Pharmacy & Compounding)
- ✓Clinical oversight through OpenLoop Health provider network and CareGLP Affiliated P.C.s
- ✓Direct-to-home shipping with 24/7 support
Cons
- ✗Refill price for compounded GLP-1 injection ($299) steps up significantly from $179 first-month offer
- ✗Not available in Mississippi or North Dakota (telehealth regulation constraints)
- ✗Alabama and California patients can only receive injectable formats, not tablets, per state law
- ✗Kansas, Indiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and West Virginia require a synchronous provider visit before prescribing
- ✗No LegitScript or PCAB certification disclosed on the site
Our Verdict
Both 9amHealth and MEDVi score equally well overall — the right choice depends on your priorities. Choose 9amHealth if you want Insured patients wanting branded GLP-1s within a full cardiometabolic care program, or MEDVi if patients who want the option to switch between compounded and brand-name GLP-1 through one provider matters most to you.
Glossary references
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- 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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