The telehealth platform Arbor is offering a weight-loss program utilizing GLP-1 medications for $99 per month, a price point designed to be significantly lower than the industry average. This program aims to provide access to treatments like compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide without requiring a doctor's in-person visit.
Arbor's process begins with a brief online health quiz. Following this, users are connected with licensed U.S. physicians who can prescribe the weekly injections. Compounded semaglutide, priced at $99 per month, is intended to help curb cravings, while compounded tirzepatide, part of a more accelerated program, offers similar benefits along with metabolism boosting. The platform states that insurance is not required to begin the program, and prices are locked in, even if a user's dosage changes.
Once a clinician determines the appropriate medication, a licensed pharmacy ships it for free via FedEx Express, with delivery typically within 48 hours. The monthly fee includes the medication, consultations with a doctor, and ongoing check-ins for dose adjustments. Arbor also offers a 12-month money-back guarantee and allows users to cancel at any time. Registered dietitians are available to assist in creating personalized nutrition plans to complement the medication's effects.
According to Arbor, over 10,000 members are utilizing the service. The platform notes that compounded medications are not reviewed by the FDA for safety or effectiveness, and consultation requirements may vary by state. Arbor functions as a technology platform, with medical evaluations conducted by independent licensed providers.