What is the cost to enroll?

Costs vary by program, please see our Services page for more details. Pre-payment discounts are available in 3- and 6-month packages. 

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Do I need insurance?

Nope, our pricing is set to ensure access to medical care for everyone, regardless of insurance.  Additionally, Medical weight loss and hormone replacement services are not usually covered by insurance.  You may be able to use your insurance for any labs ordered by the nurse practitioner, but it is the patient’s responsibility to verify coverage benefits.

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Do you offer lab work? 

Yes, recent lab work (within the last three months) is required prior to any prescription medication orders. Additional lab panels are available for purchase. 

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Do I have to take medication to lose weight?

NO! Some people prefer not to use prescription medication for weight loss, even though it can boost the results of a healthy diet and exercise plan. Remember weight gain is not only about diet and exercise. Social, environmental and behavioral components are also important to consider. We understand that every medication has its pros and cons, and we care about your safety. 

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What are weight loss medications and how do they work?

Weight loss medications are prescription drugs that can help people who have health problems related to overweight or obesity. They work in different ways, such as reducing appetite, increasing fullness, blocking fats or carbohydrate absorption.

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Who can benefit from weight loss medications?

Weight loss medications are meant for adults who have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, or a BMI of 27 or higher with weight-related health problems such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, or high cholesterol.

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What are some examples of weight loss medications?

Some weight loss medications that have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for long-term use are: Bupropion-Naltrexone (Contrave), Liraglutide (Saxenda), Orlistat (Xenical, Alli), Phentermine-Topiramate (Qsymia), and Semaglutide (Wegovy).

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Are weight loss medications safe and effective?

Weight loss medications are generally safe for most people, but they may have some side effects or interactions with other drugs. Your health care professional can help you choose a medication that is safe and effective for you based on your medical history, current medications, and weight loss goals.

 

Do weight loss medications replace diet and exercise?

No, weight loss medications are not a substitute for healthy eating and physical activity. They are meant to be used along with a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity to help you lose weight and maintain it.

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What compounding pharmacies do you work with? 

Empower
7601 N Sam Houston Pkwy W, Ste 100
Houston, TX 77064
(877) 562-8577

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Tailormade 

200 Moore Dr, Nicholasville,

Kentucky, KY 40356

(859) 887-0013

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Are your pharmacies certified? 

Yes, Empower is PCAB certified (Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board) and is a member of the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding (APC). Tailormade is certified by NABP (National Association of Boards of Pharmacy).

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