CoreAge Rx vs Steady State Health
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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Steady State Health
Best for: Women in Oregon or Washington wanting GLP-1 within perimenopause and menopause care
Visit Steady State Health →CoreAge Rx and Steady State Health are both GLP-1 Providers competing for the same patients, but they make different trade-offs on price, coverage, and what's included. In our scoring, CoreAge Rx starts at $149/mo, and CoreAge Rx edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 6.9 out of 10). Below we break down pricing, what each plan covers, the six-dimension score, pros and cons, and exactly who should pick which.
Pricing
CoreAge Rx
Steady State Health
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What’s included
CoreAge Rx
What the monthly price covers
Medication
Included
Provider visits
Included
Shipping
Included
Lab work
Not disclosed
Coaching
Not disclosed
Steady State Health
What the monthly price covers
Medication
Billed separately
Provider visits
Included
Shipping
Not disclosed
Lab work
Not disclosed
Coaching
Not disclosed
Score breakdown
Both providers are scored on the same six-dimension framework. The gradient bar marks the stronger side on each dimension.
CoreAge Rx
8.3/10
Steady State Health
6.9/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
Features & Coverage
| Feature | CoreAge Rx | Steady State Health |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $149/mo | — |
| Features | 6 features | 6 features |
| States Available | ✓50 | 2 |
| Compounded | ✓ Yes | — |
| Brand Name | — | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | — |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
About CoreAge Rx
CoreAge Rx offers LegitScript-verified compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide with free 2-day shipping to all 50 states. Backed by licensed physicians and 24/7 support, it delivers the most competitive pricing in the compounded GLP-1 space.
Read our full CoreAge Rx review →About Steady State Health
Steady State Health is a women's-health telehealth practice run by nurse practitioner Josie Cowburn, DNP, FNP-C, serving Oregon and Washington. Its GLP-1 Metabolic Support program prescribes semaglutide or tirzepatide inside a perimenopause and menopause hormone-and-metabolic framework rather than as a standalone weight-loss drug. Clinical support starts at $139/month (or $99/month standalone); the GLP-1 medication is cash-pay and billed separately by the dispensing pharmacy.
Read our full Steady State Health review →Pros & Cons
CoreAge Rx
What we like
- LegitScript certified — rigorous pharmacy standards
- Free 2-day shipping nationwide
- Both semaglutide and tirzepatide available
- Lowest per-month pricing in the compounded segment
- 24/7 support team
- All 50 states covered
Watch-outs
- Compounded only — no brand-name Ozempic or Wegovy
- Newer brand with fewer independent reviews than legacy players
Steady State Health
What we like
- Prescribes semaglutide or tirzepatide within a perimenopause and menopause hormone-and-metabolic care plan
- Care delivered by a named women's-health nurse practitioner (Josie Cowburn, DNP, FNP-C)
- Transparent flat program fee from $139/mo, with a $99/mo standalone GLP-1 support option
Watch-outs
- Available only to Oregon and Washington residents
- GLP-1 medication is billed separately by the pharmacy and not included in the program fee
- Dispensing pharmacy is not publicly named
Our Verdict
CoreAge Rx edges out Steady State Health with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for best overall value. Steady State Health remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for Women in Oregon or Washington wanting GLP-1 within perimenopause and menopause care.
Choose CoreAge Rx if…
You want best overall value and a starting price around $149/mo.
Choose Steady State Health if…
You want Women in Oregon or Washington wanting GLP-1 within perimenopause and menopause care.
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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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