What Happens in a GLP-1 Telehealth Visit

joey

Medical Writer

5 min read

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

  1. Quick intake (5–10 min)
    Basic history, current meds, goals, allergies, pregnancy plans, and shipping info.

  2. Instant booking
    Pick the earliest slot. Morning visits leave more time for same-day prescription routing.

  3. Pre-visit checks
    Upload ID and insurance, add a payment method, list your preferred in-state pharmacy, and enable notifications.

  4. Video visit (10–20 min)
    Clinician reviews history, screens for red flags, discusses dosing, side effects, pause-week rules, and follow-ups.

  5. 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.

  6. Prescription routing
    eRx goes to an in-state, in-stock pharmacy. Approve substitutions (pens/vials) if clinically appropriate.

  7. Checkout + shipping
    Cold-chain packed, usually overnighted on weekdays. Arrange signature or pick up at a staffed counter.

  8. Follow-up
    Messages for side-effect check-ins. Dose increases only when you’re comfortable.


Prep checklist (copy/paste friendly)

  • Government ID

  • Insurance card (if using insurance)

  • Medication and allergy list

  • Recent weights; BP if you have it

  • Any recent labs (A1c, thyroid, ferritin/iron, vitamin D)

  • Preferred in-state pharmacy + a backup

  • Shipping address where someone can sign

  • Availability for a weekday delivery (Tues–Thu ideal)


Instant-booking tips

  • Choose same-day if offered.

  • Morning slots > afternoon for same-day pharmacy cutoff.

  • If a slot is “sold out,” check again in an hour—cancellations happen.

  • Approve an alternative in-state pharmacy to avoid stock delays.

  • If insurance needs prior auth, ask about a short cash-pay starter.


What you’ll discuss in the visit

  • Your goals, health history, and current meds

  • Dosing pace, pause weeks, and micro-titration if symptoms flare

  • Nausea and constipation playbooks

  • Anesthesia and pregnancy timing

  • 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
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

  • Check eligibility

  • Book a same-day video visit

  • Start intake

  • See state coverage

  • 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

  • Not medical advice. Education only.

  • Safety first. Choose, dose, and adjust with a licensed clinician.

  • Availability and pricing change. Confirm coverage, pharmacy, and totals at checkout.

  • Individual results vary.

  • ScriptScores™. Editorial heuristics, not treatment directives.
    Last updated: September 3, 2025.

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