Pound of Cure

Four Pathways · Transparent Pricing · Arizona Telehealth

What Will GLP-1 Medication Actually Cost You?

One question tells you. Depending on your coverage, GLP-1 treatment at Pound of Cure costs about $83 a month with Medicare, is covered through AHCCCS for qualifying conditions, costs a prescription copay on commercial insurance, or runs about $200-$225 a month all-in with no insurance at all. Telehealth anywhere in Arizona, whether you're in Phoenix, Flagstaff, or here in Tucson.

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How Are You Covered?

Pick the option that matches you. Each pathway has its own page with exact pricing, eligibility, and next steps.

New July 1, 2026

I have Medicare

Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage with drug coverage

About $83/month + visit copays if applicable

$50/month medication copay + $33/month program fee

Medicare now covers GLP-1 medication for weight loss for a flat $50 monthly copay. We confirm your eligibility and handle the prior authorization.

Check my Medicare eligibility

I have AHCCCS

Arizona Medicaid members

Covered for specific conditions only

Medical pathway through liver health screening

AHCCCS covers GLP-1 treatment for qualifying medical conditions like metabolic liver disease. A simple blood test tells us whether this covered pathway applies to you.

See if I qualify

I have insurance through work or the marketplace

Employer or marketplace plans

A prescription copay if covered

We check benefits, submit the PA, and appeal denials

Commercial coverage varies enormously by plan. Our insurance specialists run a free benefits check, submit the prior authorization, and fight denials for you.

Get a free benefits check

I don't have coverage

Uninsured, or your plan excludes weight loss medication

About $200-$225/month all-in

Medication, program, and visit copays included

FDA-approved GLP-1 therapy with a real medical team for about $200 a month. No insurance required, and visit copays are included in the price.

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Side by Side

The Four Ways Arizona Patients Pay for GLP-1 Treatment

PathwayMedication costProgram feeYour total
Medicare

Plus visit copays. New program runs July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027.

$50/month medication copay$33/month ($99 quarterly)About $83/month
AHCCCS

Medical pathway via liver health screening. Plus visit copays.

Covered for qualifying conditionsNoneCovered
Commercial insurance

Free benefits check. We submit the PA and appeal denials. Out-of-network program fee includes all visits.

Prescription copay if covered$33/month in network, or $75/month out of networkVaries by plan
No coverage (cash)

Medication, program, and visit copays all included.

$200-$225/month all-inIncluded$200-$225/month

When we are in network with your insurance, the program fee is $99 billed every 3 months plus standard visit copays. When we are out of network with your insurance company (for example, Aetna or Cigna), the program fee is $75/month and includes all visits, so there are no visit copays.

Every Pathway, Same Care

What the Program Includes

Whatever your coverage, you get the same Pound of Cure care model. The Loli app even has a free version you can start using before your first visit.

Unlimited individual dietitian appointments

One-on-one visits with Zoë, our registered dietitian. Real appointments, not handouts.

A dedicated health coach

Terri, our health coach, keeps you on track between visits and through plateaus.

The full Loli app

Photo food logging, AI coaching, tracking, learning modules, courses, and community. A free version is available to start with today.

Expert prior authorization completion

The paperwork that patients and busy primary care offices find hardest. We complete and submit it for you.

FDA-approved medications only

We never prescribe compounded GLP-1s. Every prescription is brand-name, FDA-approved medication.

A surgeon-led medical team

Dr. Matthew Weiner and a full clinical team manage titration, side effects, and long-term maintenance.

Common Questions

GLP-1 Cost & Coverage FAQs

How much does GLP-1 medication cost with Medicare?
Starting July 1, 2026, eligible Medicare Part D patients pay a flat $50 monthly medication copay through the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge, plus our $33/month program fee (billed $99 quarterly). All-in, that is about $83 a month, plus visit copays. No deductible applies to the medication.
Does AHCCCS cover GLP-1 medications?
AHCCCS does not cover GLP-1s for weight loss alone, but it covers them for qualifying medical conditions, most notably metabolic liver disease (MASH). A simple blood test tells us whether this covered pathway applies to you. If it does, there is no program fee.
What if my insurance denies GLP-1 coverage?
A denial is not the final answer. Our insurance specialists file appeals with supporting documentation and navigate step therapy requirements. If coverage truly is not available on your plan, our cash program provides FDA-approved GLP-1 therapy for about $200-$225 a month, all-in.
How much is GLP-1 medication without insurance?
Our cash program is about $200-$225 a month, all-in: FDA-approved medication, individual dietitian appointments, health coaching, the full Loli app, and provider visit copays are all included. Compare that to $1,000-$1,600 a month for brand-name medication at retail.
What does the program fee cover?
The program fee covers unlimited individual appointments with Zoë, our registered dietitian, access to Terri, our health coach, the full Loli app with photo food logging, and expert prior authorization completion. If we are in network with your insurance, it is $99 every 3 months plus standard visit copays. If we are out of network with your insurance company (for example, Aetna or Cigna), it is $75 a month and includes all provider visits, with no visit copays.
Do you offer telehealth across Arizona?
Yes. We see patients by telehealth anywhere in Arizona, including Phoenix, Flagstaff, and Yuma, and in person at our Tucson office. New non-surgical patients must be Arizona residents.
Do you prescribe compounded semaglutide?
No. We prescribe only FDA-approved GLP-1 medications. Our physician-supervised program makes brand-name, FDA-approved therapy affordable without resorting to compounded alternatives.

Get Started

Not Sure Which Pathway Fits? Book a Consult

We'll figure out your coverage with you. Telehealth anywhere in Arizona, or in person in Tucson.

New patient

What type of consultation are you looking for?

Weight loss consult

Deidre Schodroski, FNP

New non-surgical patients must be Arizona residents. Prefer to talk it through first? Call (520) 298-3300.

This page is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Treatment is subject to a medical evaluation and individual eligibility. Pricing shown is approximate; unless noted, visit copays are additional and coverage details depend on your specific plan.