What Happens in a GLP-1 Telehealth Visit
joey
Medical Writer
Education only. Not medical advice.
TL;DR
You will complete a short questionnaire, book a video visit, review your history with a clinician, confirm eligibility, and—if appropriate—route a prescription to an in-stock pharmacy for cold-chain shipping. Speed comes from same-day booking, clean paperwork, and flexible pharmacy options.
The visit, step by step
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Quick intake (5–10 min)
Basic history, current meds, goals, allergies, pregnancy plans, and shipping info. -
Instant booking
Pick the earliest slot. Morning visits leave more time for same-day prescription routing. -
Pre-visit checks
Upload ID and insurance, add a payment method, list your preferred in-state pharmacy, and enable notifications. -
Video visit (10–20 min)
Clinician reviews history, screens for red flags, discusses dosing, side effects, pause-week rules, and follow-ups. -
Eligibility decision
If you’re a candidate, you’ll get a dose plan and safety instructions. If not, you’ll get alternatives or next steps. -
Prescription routing
eRx goes to an in-state, in-stock pharmacy. Approve substitutions (pens/vials) if clinically appropriate. -
Checkout + shipping
Cold-chain packed, usually overnighted on weekdays. Arrange signature or pick up at a staffed counter. -
Follow-up
Messages for side-effect check-ins. Dose increases only when you’re comfortable.
Prep checklist (copy/paste friendly)
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Government ID
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Insurance card (if using insurance)
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Medication and allergy list
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Recent weights; BP if you have it
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Any recent labs (A1c, thyroid, ferritin/iron, vitamin D)
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Preferred in-state pharmacy + a backup
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Shipping address where someone can sign
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Availability for a weekday delivery (Tues–Thu ideal)
Instant-booking tips
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Choose same-day if offered.
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Morning slots > afternoon for same-day pharmacy cutoff.
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If a slot is “sold out,” check again in an hour—cancellations happen.
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Approve an alternative in-state pharmacy to avoid stock delays.
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If insurance needs prior auth, ask about a short cash-pay starter.
What you’ll discuss in the visit
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Your goals, health history, and current meds
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Dosing pace, pause weeks, and micro-titration if symptoms flare
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Nausea and constipation playbooks
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Anesthesia and pregnancy timing
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When to message the clinic vs seek urgent care
ScriptScores™: Speed boosters inside a telehealth flow (0–10)
Higher = faster for most people.
Feature | Time saved | Practicality | Cold-chain fit | Clinician comfort | Composite |
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Same-day video + eRx | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8.6 |
In-state pharmacy with confirmed stock | 9 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8.8 |
Weekday overnight + signature/pickup | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8.5 |
Partial fill starter | 7 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 7.8 |
PA concierge (insurance) | 7 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 7.7 |
Flexible dose form (pens/vials) | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7.5 |
Scoring method: editorial heuristic weighting hours saved, real-world friction, and safety.
Friendly CTAs you can use on this page
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Check eligibility
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Book a same-day video visit
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Start intake
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See state coverage
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Set pharmacy + shipping
FAQs
Do I need labs first? Sometimes. Many clinics start without labs, then order them if needed for safety or insurance.
How long to first delivery? Best case 24–72 hours; common case 5–10 days; longer if prior auth is required.
What if I get nausea or constipation? Programs should offer pause weeks and simple protocols. Message the clinic before escalating doses.
Can I use a pickup location? Yes. It often reduces missed deliveries for cold-chain packages.
What if my pharmacy is out of stock? Approve an in-state alternative or accept a partial fill now and the rest later.
Disclaimers
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Not medical advice. Education only.
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Safety first. Choose, dose, and adjust with a licensed clinician.
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Availability and pricing change. Confirm coverage, pharmacy, and totals at checkout.
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Individual results vary.
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ScriptScores™. Editorial heuristics, not treatment directives.
Last updated: September 3, 2025.
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