Methodology
How we evaluate providers.
We publish our evaluation criteria and process openly; proprietary scoring weights remain confidential.
All information is based on data available at the time of publication and may not reflect current offerings. Please visit each platform's website for the most accurate and up-to-date details.
Ratings reflect an independent review conducted by the team at TreatmentMD, maintained independently of each company's licensing, clinician oversight, pricing, medication access, and patient experience, and are updated regularly.
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How we vet providers
Before a provider is listed on TreatmentMD, the editorial team conducts a structured review that includes:
Website and intake review
We complete or simulate the patient intake flow to verify the care pathway is clinically coherent and patient-facing information is accurate.
Licensure verification
We confirm the provider holds appropriate state licensure(s) for the jurisdictions in which they operate, using publicly available state medical board and telehealth licensing records.
Pricing and medication transparency check
We verify that pricing is disclosed prior to purchase and that medication options, availability, and fulfillment logistics are clearly communicated.
Policy review
We review cancellation, refund, and privacy policies for accessibility and completeness.
Clinician oversight confirmation
We verify that a licensed clinician is involved in prescription decisions and that the platform is not operating outside applicable prescribing standards.
Providers must pass all inclusion criteria before they are listed. Criteria are evaluated independently of any commercial or compensation arrangement.
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Ongoing monitoring
Listing on TreatmentMD is not permanent. The editorial team monitors listed providers on an ongoing basis through the following practices:
Monthly content review
Each listed provider's website, pricing, and care flow are reviewed at least monthly to identify material changes.
Triggered re-review
If a provider undergoes a significant change (regulatory action, public complaint, change in medication availability, or pricing restructure), we conduct an immediate re-evaluation.
User and reader feedback
We accept and review feedback from readers who report inaccuracies or concerns about listed providers. Substantiated concerns initiate a formal re-review.
Removal policy
Providers that no longer meet inclusion criteria are removed from listings promptly, independent of any commercial relationship.
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Coverage
TreatmentMD lists GLP-1 telemedicine providers that collectively serve patients across all 50 US states and Washington D.C.
As a directory and comparison platform, TreatmentMD does not itself provide telemedicine consultations; geographic eligibility and state-specific licensure are determined at the provider level.
Please visit each provider's website to confirm availability in your state.
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Inclusion criteria
All providers must meet these pass/fail requirements to be considered:
- Licensure & compliance (states served)
- Clear care flow (intake → clinician review → fulfillment)
- Transparent pricing or ranges
- Medication availability & fulfillment details
- Accessible support & policies (refund/cancel)
- Clear privacy statements
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Ranking pillars
Qualified providers are then scored across these key areas:
- Access & Coverage
- Value
- Medication & Care Options
- Experience
- Reputation
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Important notes
Compensation influence
Compensation may influence presentation/order of qualified providers. We disclose this on-page.
Updates
We refresh categories monthly (or faster if changes warrant).
Transparency
While we share our general approach, specific scoring algorithms remain proprietary to maintain the integrity of our evaluation process.
Questions about our methodology? Contact us.
