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Switching center

Is switching GLP-1 provider actually worth it?

A lower monthly price isn't the whole story. Onboarding fees, new labs and an overlap month all have to be paid back before a cheaper provider saves you anything. Pick where you are and where you're going.

Your switch

Cheaper with the same medication access

Your situation

What it costs

You save per month

$9

$89$80 per month, medication plus membership.

Upfront cost
$70
Break even
8 months
3 months
$43
6 months
$16
12 months
+$38

Net position after the upfront cost is repaid. Based on published prices and fees — your quote may differ.

What you have to do

~5 days
  1. 1.Request visit and prescription records from your current provider
  2. 2.Complete the new provider's intake
  3. 3.Arrange labs — the new provider may not accept older results
  4. 4.Time the switch against your current refill date to avoid a treatment gap
  5. 5.Cancel only once the new prescription is confirmed
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