CoreAge Rx vs The Virtual NP
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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The Virtual NP
Best for: Patients in served states wanting affordable visits and FDA-approved branded GLP-1s
Visit The Virtual NP →CoreAge Rx and The Virtual NP 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, The Virtual NP starts lower at $75/mo versus $149/mo, and CoreAge Rx edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 7.5 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
The Virtual NP
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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
The Virtual NP
Inclusions 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
The Virtual NP
7.5/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
Features & Coverage
| Feature | CoreAge Rx | The Virtual NP |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $149/mo | ✓$75/mo |
| Features | 6 features | ✓8 features |
| States Available | ✓50 | 7 |
| Compounded | ✓ Yes | — |
| Brand Name | — | ✓ Yes |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | ✓ Yes |
| 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 The Virtual NP
The Virtual NP is a nurse-practitioner-led telehealth weight loss clinic prescribing FDA-approved branded GLP-1 medications, Zepbound (tirzepatide) and Wegovy (semaglutide), from Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk. It does not offer compounded versions. Pricing is a 99 dollar pay-as-you-go visit or a 75 dollar per month membership that includes prescription access, with medication cost billed separately and disclosed upfront. HSA/FSA is accepted and prior authorization help is offered. Founder Sandra Jordan, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, leads the practice. Most patients book within 24 hours, with home shipping.
Read our full The Virtual NP 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
The Virtual NP
What we like
- FDA-approved branded Zepbound and Wegovy only, no compounded
- Transparent fees: 99 visit or 75 per month membership
- HSA/FSA accepted and prior authorization assistance offered
- NP-led with same or next-day booking and home shipping
Watch-outs
- Branded only, so medication cost is high and billed separately
- Limited to seven states
- No compounded lower-cost GLP-1 alternative
- Single-provider practice may limit scale and hours
Our Verdict
CoreAge Rx edges out The Virtual NP with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for best overall value. The Virtual NP remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for Patients in served states wanting affordable visits and FDA-approved branded GLP-1s.
Choose CoreAge Rx if…
You want best overall value and a starting price around $149/mo.
Choose The Virtual NP if…
You want Patients in served states wanting affordable visits and FDA-approved branded GLP-1s and a starting price around $75/mo.
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Key terms, explained
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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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