Comparison · updated October 16, 2026

Direct Meds GLP-1 vs MEDGm: Direct Meds GLP-1 for compounded medication only, MEDGm for brand-name or compounded options

Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDGm differ in what you pay, which medicines they list and their insurance terms. Compounded medicines are not FDA-approved.

These two prices are different kinds of bill, so read the line under each price before you compare them.

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Our MEDGm referral excludes Louisiana; Nebraska patients must be 19 or older. The provider must confirm your eligibility and medication availability. A prescription is required and is issued only if a licensed clinician finds treatment appropriate.

Which should you choose, Direct Meds GLP-1 or MEDGm?

Short answer: Choose MEDGm if you want brand-name medicine as an option. If that doesn't matter to you, compare their plans below.

Direct Meds GLP-1 is best for

Users who value published format-specific pricing and can independently monitor billing and cancellation.

Choose MEDGm if

  • you want brand-name medicine as an option

The available assessments do not establish a score winner, so choose by the medicine, total cost and care you need.

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher & Publisher
Reviewed & updated · Cites primary sources (FDA, NEJM, CMS) · Not medical advice

Direct Meds GLP-1 vs MEDGm side by side

Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDGm compared fact by fact
Direct Meds GLP-1MEDGm
Pricefrom $297/mo$169/mo equivalent$2,028 upfront for 12 months; applicable taxes may add to the bill
MedicineCompounded onlyBrand-name and compounded
Needle-free optionBothYes, a pill or other oral form
InsuranceNo insurance listedCash-pay program
ConsultationIncludedAdvertised as included in the compounded plans
ShippingFreeIncluded
Where it ships48 states plus Washington DC, not Mississippi or LouisianaOur MEDGm referral excludes Louisiana and patients under 19 in Nebraska
Trustpilot4.6 / 5 across 16,278 reviewsNot tracked
BBB ratingNot Rated (not accredited; October 9, 2026)Not tracked
Our score7.5/10 Good7/10 Good
Assessment limitsChecked Oct 16, 2026.Checked Sep 11, 2026.

What Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDGm plans cost

Direct Meds GLP-1

Separate injection and sublingual-drop options, with provider review, nursing support and shipping included. Online intake does not establish better or worse clinical care than another program.

All 4 Direct Meds GLP-1 plans

We checked Direct Meds GLP-1's prices on September 3, 2026.

MEDGm

Publishes compounded starting prices, names its clinical group and pharmacy partners, and advertises included labs.

All 15 MEDGm plans
How MEDGm bills

Compounded semaglutide injection is $169/mo equivalent with $2,028 prepaid for 12 months. Its monthly plan is $179 for the first month with WELCOME120OFF, then $299. Tirzepatide injection and tablets have separate prices: compounded semaglutide tablets are $239/mo equivalent with $2,868 prepaid for 12 months. Brand-name membership and medication charges are separate; applicable taxes may add to the total.

We checked MEDGm's prices on October 9, 2026.

What to watch for with Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDGm

Direct Meds GLP-1

  • Compounded medications only, no brand-name Wegovy, Zepbound, or Ozempic on the menu
  • Injectable compounded semaglutide is $297 a month and the sublingual drops are $249 a month on the product page, so the cheaper in-house format saves $48, and both sit above the lowest cash-pay entry prices in this comparison
Direct Meds GLP-1's strengths, cautions and terms

Strengths

  • The published $297/mo compounded semaglutide injection tier includes medication, consultations, shipping, and pharmacy fees
  • Format-specific prices are published on the site, which makes the advertised medication and service bundle easier to compare
  • Its executive team identifies Dr. Justin Hohl as chief medical officer
  • Ongoing nursing access and digital follow-ups are described in the program bundle

More to watch for

  • The marketing page says no subscriptions, but the terms cover automatic 30-day renewals for subscription products. Confirm which terms apply and the 48-hour cancellation cutoff
Medicines listed
  • Semaglutide (compounded injectable)
  • Semaglutide (sublingual drops, $249/mo)
  • Tirzepatide (compounded injectable)
  • Tirzepatide (sublingual drops, $299/mo)
  • NAD+ (non-GLP-1 wellness)
  • Sermorelin (non-GLP-1 peptide)
Insurance
No insurance support listed
Consultation
Included
Shipping
Free
States
48 states plus Washington DC, not Mississippi or Louisiana
Cancellation
For subscription products, turn off auto-refill at least 48 hours before the next processing date; terms specify 30-day billing with 5-7 days' advance notice. An order cancellation can be attempted within 24 hours only if the provider network has not received it. Received medication is non-refundable. Limited return exceptions apply, with a $35 disposal fee; report issues within 48 hours of receipt.

MEDGm

  • Brand-name cards show membership fees only: $99 for Zepbound or Wegovy and $171 for Ozempic, with medication charged separately
  • The $169 injection headline requires $2,028 prepaid for a year of semaglutide; monthly plans cost more and welcome discounts end after month one
MEDGm's strengths, cautions and terms

Strengths

  • Publishes compounded plan prices before intake, with consultation, labs, medication, support and delivery advertised as included
  • Names OpenLoop Health and four pharmacy partners: RedRock Pharmacy, Health Warehouse, Precision Medicine and Triad Rx
  • Advertises included labs; the specific tests and requirements need confirmation with the provider
  • Displays a linked LegitScript seal and supplied certification documentation
  • Publishes a full current-term refund if the clinician disqualifies you before the first medication shipment

More to watch for

  • The tablet's $239 monthly equivalent requires $2,868 prepaid for 12 months; the monthly welcome discount does not continue at renewal
  • No individual medical director or prescribing clinician is named on the pages checked
  • Cancel at least 72 hours before renewal. Voluntary cancellation does not refund the paid term; dispensed medication is non-refundable
Medicines listed
  • Semaglutide (compounded weekly injection; not FDA-approved)
  • Tirzepatide (compounded weekly injection; not FDA-approved)
  • Semaglutide (compounded dissolvable tablet; not FDA-approved)
  • Zepbound injection (advertised; availability subject to change)
  • Wegovy pill or pen (advertised; availability subject to change)
  • Ozempic injection (advertised; FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes)
Insurance
Cash-pay program. HSA/FSA payments are advertised, but reimbursement depends on your benefit plan.
Consultation
Advertised as included in the compounded plans
Shipping
Included
States
Our MEDGm referral excludes Louisiana and patients under 19 in Nebraska. The provider's broader US service statement remains subject to medication availability and state-specific consultation requirements. Confirm your eligibility before paying; referral restrictions checked October 8, 2026
Cancellation
Give at least 72 hours' notice before renewal. No refund for voluntary cancellation of a paid term. Medical disqualification can qualify for a full or partial refund; dispensed medication is non-refundable.

Compounded medicines are not FDA-approved, and the FDA does not review them for safety, effectiveness or quality before they are sold. Read the FDA's explanation of the risks.

Direct Meds GLP-1 vs MEDGm: common questions

Is Direct Meds GLP-1 or MEDGm cheaper?

At least one headline price is a starting, introductory, prepaid or partial figure, so neither is simply cheaper.

  • Direct Meds GLP-1from $297/mostarting price
  • MEDGm$169/mo equivalent$2,028 upfront for 12 months; applicable taxes may add to the bill

Which is better, Direct Meds GLP-1 or MEDGm?

Neither wins outright on our scores, so the better one is the one that fits your medicine, budget and care needs.

Direct Meds GLP-1 lists compounded medication only, and MEDGm lists brand-name and compounded medication.

Do Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDGm offer brand-name medication?

Direct Meds GLP-1 lists compounded medication only, and MEDGm lists brand-name and compounded medication.

Compounded medications are not FDA-approved. Your prescriber decides which medicine suits you.

Do Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDGm take insurance?

Coverage depends on your plan and prescription, so read each provider's insurance terms.

Confirm coverage for your exact plan and prescription before you pay.

Where these facts come from

Direct Meds GLP-1:prices checked September 3, 2026, score evidence assessed October 16, 2026.Read our Direct Meds GLP-1 review

MEDGm:prices checked October 9, 2026.Read our MEDGm review

We score on a published methodology, and partnership never changes a score or a fact here.

What should you compare next?

Both Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDGm start above the cheapest complete recurring program we track. Across all 39 providers in our index, the lowest price that includes the medicine, consultation and shipping is Eden Health GLP-1 at $99/mo, checked August 28, 2026. This is a price fact, not a treatment recommendation. Compare every program by its complete price

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