The TeleHealth Score: 0-100 Points
Every GLP-1 provider on CompareWeightMeds receives a TeleHealth Score out of 100 points. This score is calculated by evaluating 6 weighted categories that matter most to patients: pricing, medication quality, doctor care, support, delivery speed, and transparency.
Why We Created This System
Most comparison sites rely on subjective opinions or paid placements. We wanted an objective, repeatable methodology that evaluates what actually matters: cost, safety, medication quality, and patient experience. Our scoring system levels the playing field and holds every provider to the same standard.
Scoring Breakdown
The total cost matters. We evaluate monthly medication costs, consultation fees, membership fees, hidden charges, and value for money.
- Monthly medication price
- Initial consultation fees
- Recurring membership fees
- Lab work costs (if required)
- Price increases at higher dosages
- Transparency of total cost
What medications are offered and where they come from. Brand-name FDA-approved medications score higher than compounded options, but we account for cost-benefit trade-offs.
- Brand-name vs compounded medications
- FDA approval status
- Pharmacy accreditation (503A/503B)
- Active ingredient transparency
- Medication format options (injectable, oral, etc.)
- Sourcing and manufacturing standards
Medical safety is paramount. We evaluate the quality of medical screening, provider credentials, and ongoing care.
- Licensed healthcare provider review (MD, DO, NP, PA)
- Thoroughness of medical questionnaire
- Video consultation vs questionnaire-only
- Lab work requirements and follow-up
- Prescription denial rate (safety indicator)
- Ongoing monitoring and dose adjustments
When you need help, can you reach someone? We evaluate support availability, response times, and refund policies.
- 24/7 support availability
- Support channels (phone, chat, email)
- Average response time
- Refund and cancellation policies
- Money-back guarantees
- Customer review sentiment analysis
Speed and reliability of medication delivery, including cold-chain handling and tracking.
- Approval to delivery timeframe
- Shipping speed (standard vs expedited)
- Cold-chain packaging quality
- Tracking and notifications
- Packaging discretion
- Refill consistency
Clear pricing, honest marketing, and transparent business practices build trust.
- Pricing clarity (no hidden fees)
- Terms and conditions transparency
- Ingredient and sourcing disclosure
- Public review rating (Trustpilot, BBB)
- Marketing claim accuracy
- HIPAA and privacy compliance
Scoring Formula
How We Assign Points
Within each category, providers earn points based on objective criteria and comparative analysis:
Pricing (0-25 points)
- 23-25 points: Lowest-cost provider in market ($129-199/mo), no hidden fees, transparent pricing
- 20-22 points: Competitive pricing ($200-299/mo), clear cost structure
- 17-19 points: Average pricing ($300-399/mo), some additional fees
- 14-16 points: Above-average cost ($400-499/mo), membership fees required
- Below 14: Premium pricing ($500+/mo) or unclear cost structure
Medication Quality (0-25 points)
- 24-25 points: FDA-approved brand-name medications (Wegovy, Zepbound) from certified pharmacies
- 20-23 points: Both brand-name and compounded options available
- 17-19 points: Compounded medications from 503B licensed pharmacies
- 14-16 points: Compounded from 503A pharmacies, limited transparency
- Below 14: Unclear sourcing or quality concerns
Doctor Care (0-15 points)
- 14-15 points: Video consultation required, labs included, board-certified physicians
- 12-13 points: Licensed providers review, optional video consultations
- 10-11 points: Questionnaire-only with provider review
- Below 10: Minimal medical oversight or auto-approval concerns
Customer Support (0-15 points)
- 14-15 points: 24/7 phone support, money-back guarantee, fast response times
- 12-13 points: 24/7 messaging, clear refund policy
- 10-11 points: Email support, standard response times
- Below 10: Limited support options or poor review ratings
Delivery (0-10 points)
- 9-10 points: Fast approval (<48hrs), free overnight shipping, cold-chain certified
- 7-8 points: Standard 3-5 day shipping, proper cold packaging
- Below 7: Slow delivery (7+ days) or packaging concerns
Transparency (0-10 points)
- 9-10 points: Clear all-in pricing, 4.5+ Trustpilot rating, full ingredient disclosure
- 7-8 points: Mostly transparent, 4.0+ rating, clear terms
- Below 7: Hidden fees, poor reviews, or unclear business practices
Data Sources
To calculate our scores, we rely on:
- Provider websites: Official pricing, medication offerings, and policies
- Customer reviews: Trustpilot, Better Business Bureau, Reddit discussions
- Medical verification: State medical board databases, pharmacy licensing records
- Direct testing: We complete intake forms and consultations when possible
- Price tracking: We monitor pricing monthly to catch changes
Score Interpretation
- 90-100 points: Excellent - Top-tier provider with minimal compromises
- 80-89 points: Very Good - Strong option with minor trade-offs
- 70-79 points: Good - Solid choice but some limitations
- 60-69 points: Fair - Acceptable but notable concerns
- Below 60: Proceed with caution - significant issues identified
Limitations & Disclaimers
Our scoring system has limitations:
- Subjective elements: Some factors (like support quality) require interpretation of reviews
- Incomplete data: Not all providers disclose complete information publicly
- Dynamic market: Pricing and policies change; we update scores monthly
- Individual needs vary: A high score does not mean a provider is right for everyone
Our scores should inform your decision, not replace consultation with your healthcare provider.
Affiliate Relationships
We earn commissions from some providers we review. However, affiliate status does not influence scores. Providers cannot pay for better scores or preferential rankings. Our methodology is applied consistently regardless of commercial relationships.
If a provider believes our score is inaccurate, they can contact us with corrections and documentation. We will review and update scores if warranted.
Last Updated: February 14, 2026