GLP-1 telehealth in Louisiana: what works, what doesn't
Louisiana sits on the standard compounded-exclusion list: Noom Med and SkinnyRx don't offer compounded GLP-1s to Louisiana residents, and other compounded programs gate the state at intake. Branded, FDA-approved routes are fully available.
| Option | Available in LA? | Ongoing cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer direct (Foundayo, Wegovy pill, Zepbound vials) | Yes | $149–449/mo | FDA-approved; any licensed prescriber |
| Ro / Hims / LifeMD (branded) | Yes | ~$298–598/mo | All 50 states; membership + branded med |
| Mochi Health (compounded) | Listed all 50 states | ~$178/mo | Confirm at intake; compounded meds not FDA-approved |
| MEDVi (compounded) | Screener-dependent | $299/mo | Confirm at intake; FDA warning letter Feb 2026 |
| SkinnyRx / Noom Med (compounded) | No | — | Louisiana excluded per their terms |
What we'd do in Louisiana
Same math as the other exclusion states: with the compounded field narrowed, the FDA-approved pills — Foundayo from $149/month, Wegovy pill $149–199/month — match or beat the surviving compounded options on price without the regulatory gray zone. If insurance is in play, a navigator membership (Ro, LifeMD, Found's $49 tier) can chase $25/month coverage. Full details in the cost guide.
Sources (verified Aug 25, 2026): provider terms and state screeners (skinnyrx.com/terms, noom.com support FAQs, joinmochi.com FAQs); manufacturer pricing per NovoCare and LillyDirect published rates.