9amHealth vs Strut Health
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
Strut Health
Best for oral-lozenge compounded GLP-1 accessStarting at $99/mo
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | 9amHealth | Strut Health |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 7.6/10 | ✓8.1/10 |
| Starting Price | $149/mo | ✓$99/mo |
| Editorial Rating | 3.8 ★ /5 | ✓4.1 ★ /5 |
| Features | ✓7 features | 6 features |
| States Available | 0 | ✓49 |
| 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
Strut Health
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 verify the compounding source
- ✗No insurance accepted — cash pay only
- ✗Phone consultation requirement varies by state
Our Verdict
Strut Health edges out 9amHealth with a higher overall score of 8.1/10 and is particularly strong for oral-lozenge compounded GLP-1 access. 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
Key terms in this article, linked to their canonical definitions.
- 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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