9amHealth vs PlushCare
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
PlushCare
Best for virtual primary care that can also prescribe GLP-1sStarting at $149/mo
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | 9amHealth | PlushCare |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | ✓7.6/10 | 7.0/10 |
| Starting Price | $149/mo | $149/mo |
| Editorial Rating | ✓3.8 ★ /5 | 3.5 ★ /5 |
| Features | 7 features | ✓8 features |
| States Available | 0 | ✓50 |
| 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
PlushCare
Pros
- ✓Available in all 50 states
- ✓Appointments with US board-certified physicians, not nurse practitioners only
- ✓Virtual primary care — the same doctor can manage GLP-1s alongside other health needs
- ✓Owned by Transcarent, a venture-backed health platform with a named corporate parent
Cons
- ✗Facing a California class action alleging deceptive subscription enrollment and unauthorized charges after cancellation
- ✗GLP-1 prescribing is up to the clinician at the visit — not guaranteed at signup
- ✗BBB complaints center on the membership cancellation process
Our Verdict
9amHealth edges out PlushCare with a higher overall score of 7.6/10 and is particularly strong for Insured patients wanting branded GLP-1s within a full cardiometabolic care program. PlushCare remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for virtual primary care that can also prescribe GLP-1s.
Glossary references
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- Prior authorization (PA) · Insurance and regulatory
- Off-label use · Insurance and regulatory
- FDA Drug Shortage List · Insurance and regulatory
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