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How much does Wegovy cost without insurance?

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Content current as of June 2026; updated when guidance or availability changes.
Without insurance, Wegovy's list price is approximately $1,349 per 28-day supply, regardless of dose. Novo Nordisk runs a self-pay program (NovoCare) that lowers the cost to about $499/month for eligible patients paying entirely out-of-pocket. Some telehealth services bundle Wegovy with clinical care at competitive rates; expect $500-800/month all-in including the medication itself. Compounded semaglutide (a different product, formulated by 503A/503B compounding pharmacies during shortages) historically ran $200-400/month but its legal status has narrowed as Novo Nordisk's branded supply has normalized. A standard pharmacy GoodRx coupon typically does not produce a meaningful Wegovy discount — savings come from manufacturer programs or vetted telehealth partners.

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  • Does insurance cover Wegovy?

    Wegovy coverage depends on three things: your insurance plan's formulary, your BMI and comorbidities, and whether your plan covers weight-loss drugs at all. Many commercial plans require BMI ≥30 (or ≥27 with a weight-related comorbidity like hypertension or sleep apnea) and prior authorization. Medicare does not currently cover anti-obesity medications inclu

  • Is Wegovy or Zepbound cheaper?

    At list price, Zepbound is slightly cheaper than Wegovy (~$1,060 vs ~$1,349/month). For cash-pay patients, Lilly's self-pay vial program ($349-$549/month for Zepbound) tends to undercut Novo's NovoCare self-pay program ($499/month for Wegovy) at lower doses. At higher Zepbound doses, the gap narrows. Insurance coverage patterns are similar; the better choice

  • How can I get Wegovy cheaper?

    Four practical strategies: (1) NovoCare self-pay program — drops list price to ~$499/month if you qualify (typically no insurance or insurance that won't cover it). (2) Insurance appeal — if denied, your prescriber can submit a letter of medical necessity documenting BMI and comorbidities. Success rates are meaningful when documentation is solid. (3) Telehea

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