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PlushCare Review

Board-certified primary-care telehealth with the widest brand-name GLP-1 access in this list.

Fact-checked 12 May 2026Medication priced via insurance or cashEditor Score 4.5 / 5
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Quick Verdict

Board-certified primary-care telehealth with the widest brand-name GLP-1 access in this list.

The full review below breaks down what you actually pay (program fees vs. real medication cost), who PlushCare is built for, and where it falls short — so you can decide before you start a consult.

Pros
  • Widest brand-name GLP-1 catalog (9 medications)
  • Real primary-care + mental-health prescribing
  • Average physician experience: 15+ years
Cons
  • Brand-name only — no compounded GLP-1 alternatives
  • $19/mo is the membership fee, not your medication cost

Pros & Cons In Detail

Widest brand-name GLP-1 catalog (9 medications)
Carrying both compounded and FDA-approved options gives PlushCare more flexibility if a patient needs to switch tracks for insurance, supply, or efficacy reasons mid-program.
Real primary-care + mental-health prescribing
In practice this is one of the differentiators that pushes PlushCare's editor score above the category median.
Average physician experience: 15+ years
In practice this is one of the differentiators that pushes PlushCare's editor score above the category median.
Brand-name only — no compounded GLP-1 alternatives
It's a real trade-off worth knowing about before you commit, even if it isn't a deal-breaker on its own.
$19/mo is the membership fee, not your medication cost
Cost is in line with category leaders, not below them — readers shopping primarily on monthly out-of-pocket should weigh the alternatives in the listicle.

PlushCare Pricing

Telehealth ads often advertise a low headline price that's the clinic's program fee — not the medication. Here's how the two line items break down at PlushCare.

Program / Membership FeeFrom $19/mo (membership)
Medication Cost (From)Medication priced via insurance or cash
What This Means For You

PlushCare's $19/mo is the membership fee for unlimited primary-care visits. Medications — including all nine brand-name GLP-1s — are billed via your insurance or at cash pay rates separately. Insurance is accepted at most major networks.

Who PlushCare Is For

PlushCare is the right pick when you want a real primary-care relationship — not just a single-script clinic — and you'd rather use insurance than pay cash. The brand-name GLP-1 catalog (nine medications) is the deepest in this directory.

How PlushCare Markets Itself

Adults who want a board-certified primary-care telehealth relationship that also handles brand-name GLP-1 prescribing and mental health.

Signature Programs

  • Primary-care membership
  • All nine major brand-name GLP-1 medications
  • Mental health prescribing (depression, ADHD, anxiety, bipolar)

Medication Formulary

FDA-Approved Access
ZepboundWegovySaxendaContraveXenicalMounjaroOzempicVictozaRybelsus
Full Formulary
zepboundwegovysaxendacontravexenicalmounjaroozempicvictozarybelsusantidepressantsadhd medicationanxiety medicationbipolar medication

The Bottom Line

If you want one provider that can write your GLP-1, your antidepressant, and your annual physical referral — PlushCare is the most credible option here. The $19/mo is the membership; medication is separate.

With an editor score of 4.5 / 5 across cost, experience, and trust, PlushCare is one of the top-tier options in the primary care category we cover.

§ FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does PlushCare actually cost?

PlushCare's published pricing starts at Medication priced via insurance or cash for medication, with a program/membership fee of From $19/mo (membership). PlushCare's $19/mo is the membership fee for unlimited primary-care visits. Medications — including all nine brand-name GLP-1s — are billed via your insurance or at cash pay rates separately. Insurance is accepted at most major networks. Always confirm current pricing on PlushCare's site before starting a consult — telehealth pricing can change without notice.

What medications does PlushCare prescribe?

PlushCare's formulary includes zepbound, wegovy, saxenda, and additional options. They also prescribe FDA-approved brand-name medications including Zepbound, Wegovy, Saxenda. The full formulary may shift based on supply, your prescriber's clinical judgement, and insurance coverage.

Is PlushCare legitimate and licensed?

PlushCare operates as a telehealth platform that connects patients to licensed clinicians for primary care care. As with any telehealth provider, we recommend verifying clinician licensure in your state, the source pharmacy (especially for compounded medications), and prescription requirements before purchasing. PlushCare appears in our editorial directory, which means we have publicly verified their basic operational footprint — but this is not a substitute for your own due diligence.

Who is PlushCare best for?

PlushCare is the right pick when you want a real primary-care relationship — not just a single-script clinic — and you'd rather use insurance than pay cash. The brand-name GLP-1 catalog (nine medications) is the deepest in this directory. If your priorities differ — for example, you need a different medication category, prefer a high-touch concierge experience, or have insurance that covers brand-name drugs at a major retailer — another provider in our primary care category may be a better fit.

Can I cancel PlushCare anytime, and what about refunds?

Most telehealth subscriptions, including PlushCare's, can be cancelled through the patient portal or by contacting support, but cancellation policies and refund eligibility vary. Compounded-medication shipments are typically non-refundable once dispensed because they are made-to-order. Always read PlushCare's current terms before your first refill cycle to understand cut-off windows and any auto-renewal behavior.

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