Comparing the total cost of online weight-care programs

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List monthly membership charges, evaluation fees, medication costs, optional laboratory tests, shipping, recurring appointments and cancellation terms. Include the time period for any introductory promotion.

If insurance might apply, contact the plan to check coverage, prior authorization, deductibles and network restrictions. A general advertisement cannot establish coverage for your individual plan.

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A program including ongoing clinical review cannot be compared directly with a price that only covers medication. Compare what each plan provides, the refill process, and what happens if a prescription is not appropriate for you.