Insurance Considerations: Semaglutide: More insurance companies cover Wegovy for weight loss Longer track record may make approval easier Prior authorization typically required May require documented weight loss attempts first Tirzepatide: Newer to market, fewer insurance plans cover for weight loss Mounjaro (diabetes version) may be covered, Zepbound (weight loss) less often Prior authorization almost always required May have more stringent requirements due to higher cost Hidden Costs to Consider: Initial Expenses: Medical consultation fee: $0-$129 Blood work (if required): $75-$200 First month may include startup costs Ongoing Expenses: Monthly medication cost Potential anti-nausea medication Sharps containers for needle disposal Shipping fees (usually free but verify) Long-Term Costs: Most people need to continue medication long-term to maintain weight loss Multiply monthly cost by 12-24+ months for realistic budget Plan for ongoing treatment, not just 3-6 months Effectiveness: Which Works Better for Weight Loss
As a result, healthcare providers administer all of these weight-loss shots using an escalating dosing schedule
Only a healthcare provider can decide what is best for the treatment of diabetes
At En Vogue IV Therapy & Wellness, we offer semaglutide GLP-1
It has been shown to reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events, including heart attack and stroke, in people with type 2 diabetes who have a high risk of cardiovascular disease
However, doctors noticed something interesting when patients started taking Ozempic for their diabetes: they were losing a significant amount of weight
