Noom Med Offers GLP-1s, Alongside Personalized Care
Popular weight loss platform Noom is now a telehealth provider, too.
In the ever-changing world of diet culture, losing weight with GLP-1s is changing the way we think about weight loss. But an integral part of losing weight — with or without the aid of semaglutide — is adopting healthy habits. Once GLP-1 patients start to taper from their prescribed dose of Ozempic or other drug of choice, regular exercise and healthy eating will maintain their weight loss. That’s why telehealth providers such as Noom Med, which is an offshoot of popular weight-loss platform Noom, prescribe a wide range of GLP-1s. Noom Med’s model is a little different than most telehealth providers, and is closely related to Noom Weight.
“Our mission is to empower everyone, everywhere, to live better, longer,” Noom’s CEO, Geoff Cook, tells Woman’s World. “We do that by combining these efficacious medications with behavior change to produce the benefits like improved health outcomes and increase health span.”
Noom Med
- Description
Noom Med offers prescription brand-name weight-loss medications including Ozempic, Zepbound, Wegovy and Mounjaro
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Noom Med looks at weight loss holistically
Noom Med is no typical Noom subscription. For those who aren’t familiar with Noom, it gives you a daily calorie goal; promotes daily exercise; offers an educational information to keep you informed; and “coaches” for support. Noom Med includes all that, in addition to a prescription for a GLP-1. You can either opt into the GLP-1 Rx plan or the branded plan, depending on what types of medications you want access to and what you can afford. Along with that, the plan also comes with one-on-one telehealth visits, messaging with weight loss doctors, an online community and an insurance care team, who ensures your medication is covered.
“It’s not just about access. I think access is critically important,” Cook adds. “But I think we are unique in really emphasizing behavior change aspect of beginning that GLP—1 journey.”
Starting Noom Med is simple
First, prospective patients will take a quick quiz, to share their health history and goals. Then, to make sure you qualify for a GLP-1 prescription, doctors will have you take a metabolic lab test. Finally, you’ll explore treatment options with a clinician, before getting a prescription and medical support program. Moving forward, you’ll have access to additional care from their personal health care professional, and will be able to adjust their dose at any time.
Noom Med offers all weight loss medications
- Noom GLP-1 Rx (generic compounded semaglutide)
- Ozempic
- Wegovy
- Zepbound
- Metformin
- Mounjaro
- Saxenda
Noom Med plans to evolve with the GLP-1 industry
As GLP-1s become more in-demand, Noom Med plans to expand, too. Cook explains Noom is staying up-to-date with industry-wide changes, and plans to evolve with it.
“As weight loss medications become more accessible and affordable and with different formats (beyond injections and so forth), you’ll see more and more people kind of engage in a health journey with the help of a medication,” he adds.
Noom's customer care team sets it apart from other providers
Each Noom Med patient has a customer care team they can reach out to at any time. Once you get started, you’ll likely have the most contact with your coach, who responds to any and all questions as you embark on your weight loss journey.
“The member has one-on-one access to their coach, who will check in on them weekly,” Cook tells us. “They’re a good place to build connection. Some people really feel a connection to their coach and get support out of it.”
There’s also a clinical team that can tend to medical questions; a community you can reach out to for support; and an AI bot who can help you with basic health questions. Care coordinators can also respond to administrative matters such as: prior authorizations, labs, and prescription refills within 24 hours.
However, there’s no customer service call line
Unlike other telehealth services, Noom Med does not offer a phone number if that is your preferred mode of communication. Similar to your coach or clinical team, who can be contacted through the patient portal, representatives can only be reached by chat — they are helpful, but cannot be reached by phone.
The app is easy-to-use, and keeps you on track
The Noom app is an extremely useful tool for Noom Med patients. Not only does it help you keep track of your Noom Weight data, but it also allows you to track symptoms and progress. You can also communicate with your clinician in the app, reach out to support and get dietary advice. At the top, it even shows when your next appointment will be — so everything you need is right there.
“Ease of use is key, because at the end of the day, it’s a healthy habits platform,” Cook says. “Healthy habits are hard enough to adopt, and it’s really important for it to be simple and comprehensible.”
Features and benefits
- Prescription process is completely virtual
- Insurance accepted
- Starting is easy
- Prescribes wide range of GLP-1s
- You can access additional care at any time
- Part of well-respected Noom platform
The cost breakdown of Noom Med's two plans:
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Membership |
Cost |
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GLP-1 Rx plan |
$149 for 1 month, $837 for 3 |
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Branded Plan |
$69 for 1 month, $297 for 3 (meds not included) |
Those who qualify for Noom Med can choose between the GLP-1 Rx or branded plans. The GLP-1 Rx plan costs $149 for the first month, and then $837 for three months. This includes the cost of the medication. Then, the branded plan costs $69 for the first month, and $297 for three months. However, that doesn’t include the cost of the medication. That will depend on what your insurance covers, and which medication you choose.
Noom Med
- Description
Noom Med offers prescription brand-name weight-loss medications including Ozempic, Zepbound, Wegovy and Mounjaro
Pros
- Cost includes ongoing care and support
- Access to wide range of prescriptions
- Patients can also access personalized weight management
- Accepts insurance
- Completely virtual
Cons
- Subscription cost doesn’t include branded medications
- Generic is cheaper but still expensive
Noom Med is a reliable option for GLP-1 access
Noom Med stands out as it’s part of the renowned Noom network, which millions of people have been using for 16 years. That means patients can access everything Noom offers including weight management and ongoing care. But you can also qualify for prescriptions for numerous GLP-1s, including compounded versions, as well as name brand Ozempic, Wegovy, and more.
FAQs
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Can you pause Noom Weight and Noom Med temporarily?
Users are able to indicate to their Noom Guide or coach that they will be away for a certain amount of time. However, the subscription cannot be paused.
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Why is Noom controversial?
While there has been some backlash against Noom, research shows that food intake and calorie tracking programs can be an effective component in long-term weight loss. It calls itself an anti-diet, though some feel it promotes toxic aspects of diet culture.
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How do I get Noom Med refills?
The app will send you a check-in notification right around when you're due for a refill. Then, your clinician will assess any next steps (a follow-up, a change in dose, or a new refill).
