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PlushCare

PlushCare is a virtual primary-care membership service that layers weight-loss visits and branded GLP-1 prescriptions onto its core telehealth offering, rather than running a dedicated compounded-GLP-1 program.

San Francisco, CAFounded 2014100-250 employeesReviewed Sep 19, 2026Prices checked Oct 9, 2026
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Our Verdict

PlushCare scores 68.3/100 in our independent evaluation — good overall, standing out most for trust & safety. Plans start at $20/mo.

What we like

+Low $19.99/mo membership with first month free, and insurance-eligible visits as low as a $30 copay
+Accepts major insurance plans (Aetna, Cigna, Humana), broader than most single-purpose GLP-1 telehealth startups
+Physician-led primary care model covers ongoing and chronic care beyond a single weight-loss funnel

What to watch

−Branded GLP-1 medication (Zepbound, Wegovy) is billed separately at the pharmacy — without insurance coverage this can run roughly $1,000+/month, dwarfing the low membership fee
−No compounded GLP-1 option, so cash-pay patients without drug coverage face full retail brand pricing
−Trustpilot pattern of unexpected recurring membership charges and difficulty cancelling
−Polarized customer experience (68% five-star vs. 27% one-star) with reports of appointment no-shows and 30-day refill caps requiring repeat visits

Full Review

Founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, PlushCare is a virtual primary-care platform offering same-day appointments across a broad range of conditions, including weight management. Its $19.99/month membership (first month free) covers physician access, with visits costing about $30 with insurance or $129 cash-pay; medication itself — including branded GLP-1s like Zepbound and Wegovy — is billed separately at the pharmacy and not discounted through PlushCare. This structure makes PlushCare a reasonable low-cost entry point for patients who already have insurance coverage for GLP-1s, but a weaker fit for cash-pay patients seeking the lowest all-in monthly cost. Trustpilot reviews are polarized, with recurring-billing and cancellation complaints offset by praise for physician quality. PlushCare was acquired by Accolade in 2022; more recent parent-company structure was not independently confirmed.

Last researched: Sep 19, 2026 · Prices checked: Oct 9, 2026

Pricing

Prices shown are based on our most recent research and may not reflect current pricing. Telehealth providers update their pricing frequently. Always verify pricing directly with the provider before purchasing.

TreatmentCategoryPrice/moIncludesNotes
PlushCare Membership + Weight-Loss VisitPrimary Care$20–$129
● Consults○ Lab work○ Shipping
First month membership free
Subscription required
Branded GLP-1 Prescription (Wegovy, Saxenda)Weight Loss / GLP-1$650–$1100
○ Consults○ Lab work○ Shipping
No subscription needed
Branded GLP-1 Prescription (Zepbound)Weight Loss / GLP-1$650–$1100
○ Consults○ Lab work○ Shipping
No subscription needed

Score Breakdown

78
Trust & Safety (30%)
62
Value (25%)
62
Experience (20%)
65
Product Range (15%)
72
Reputation (10%)
Trust & Safety78/100
Value62/100
Experience62/100
Product Range65/100
Reputation72/100

PlushCare — Frequently Asked Questions

Is PlushCare legit?

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We rate PlushCare's trust & safety at 78/100 (very good), based on FDA compliance, licensing, and pricing transparency. Its overall score across all five of our scoring dimensions is 68.3/100 — see the full breakdown above.

How much does PlushCare cost?

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PlushCare's plans start at $20/mo. Exact pricing varies by treatment — see the pricing table above for a breakdown by product. Prices were last verified 2026-09-19.

Does PlushCare require a subscription?

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It depends on the plan. Some PlushCare treatments require an ongoing subscription and some don't — check the "Notes" column in the pricing table above.

What does PlushCare treat?

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PlushCare offers treatment in: Primary Care, Weight Loss / GLP-1.