9amHealth vs Teladoc 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
Teladoc Health
Best for Employees and health-plan members wanting GLP-1 support from a major platformSide-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | 9amHealth | Teladoc Health |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | ✓7.6/10 | 7.1/10 |
| Starting Price | $149/mo | — |
| Editorial Rating | ✓3.8 ★ /5 | 3.6 ★ /5 |
| Features | 7 features | ✓8 features |
| States Available | 0 | 0 |
| Compounded | — | — |
| 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
Teladoc Health
Pros
- ✓Dedicated GLP-1 Prescription and Support program for weight management
- ✓Backed by one of the largest virtual care companies in the US
- ✓Partners with 50%-plus of Fortune 500 and 100-plus health plans
- ✓Adds nutrition, coaching and connected device tracking
- ✓Strong clinical credibility and brand trust
Cons
- ✗Distributed mainly via employers and health plans, limited direct cash-pay
- ✗No transparent published monthly price for GLP-1 care
- ✗Specific medications and eligibility vary by plan coverage
- ✗Member experience can depend on the employer's chosen configuration
Our Verdict
9amHealth edges out Teladoc Health 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. Teladoc Health remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for Employees and health-plan members wanting GLP-1 support from a major platform.
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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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