{"id":177248,"date":"2025-09-23T21:52:09","date_gmt":"2025-09-23T21:52:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/177248\/"},"modified":"2025-09-23T21:52:09","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T21:52:09","slug":"meet-the-company-making-glp-1-medication-more-affordable","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/177248\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet the company making GLP-1 medication more affordable"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\t\tMeet the program trimming pounds and prices.<\/p>\n<p>Ozempic has delivered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.acpjournals.org\/doi\/10.7326\/ANNALS-24-03258\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">impressive results<\/a> for millions of Americans, but not everyone can stomach the cost of popular weight loss drugs. <\/p>\n<p>Depending on a patient\u2019s location, insurance coverage and dosage, a monthly supply of semaglutide can <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2024\/09\/18\/health\/cheap-ozempic-is-coming-cost-could-soon-be-slashed-for-millions-of-americans-drugmaker-confirms-heres-how\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">cost<\/a> up to $1200 a month. And, for many people, the steep price tag isn\u2019t the only barrier.<\/p>\n<p>GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy typically require a doctor\u2019s evaluation and a prescription, as well as frequent pick-ups from the pharmacy. It\u2019s a process that can be time-consuming and expensive. But, with the <a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/LGOEZSBS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-nyp-affiliate=\"true\">right program,<\/a> it doesn\u2019t have to be.<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"aspect-ratio:1.49926794;display:block\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-modal-image=\"37188868\" width=\"885\" height=\"590\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ozempic.jpg\" alt=\"Box of Ozempic 0.5 mg medication with a pre-filled pen.\" class=\"wp-image-37188868\"  \/> Andrei Antipov \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/LGOEZSBS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-nyp-affiliate=\"true\">MyStart<\/a> is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/LGOEZSBS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-nyp-affiliate=\"true\">leading telehealth platforms<\/a> aiming to transform how weight-loss medications are prescribed, with an ambitious goal of making the process faster and more affordable.<\/p>\n<p>Getting started is simple. New users begin with a short health <a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/LGOEZSBS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-nyp-affiliate=\"true\">intake quiz<\/a>, providing some basic information on their health and goals. Depending on the individual\u2019s needs, follow-up bloodwork and video consultations may be required. <\/p>\n<p>In many cases, <a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/LGOEZSBS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-nyp-affiliate=\"true\">MyStart <\/a>can approve a prescription within 24 hours, with medication arriving at the patient\u2019s front door in as little as 48 hours.<\/p>\n<p>The program starts at $299\/month, but the cost covers more than injections. Patients receive access to U.S. board-certified clinicians nationwide, expedited FedEx shipping, personalized dosage adjustments and ongoing support from a dedicated patient care coordination team.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re passing our efficiencies back to our patients,\u201d MyStart CEO Matthew Stern explained. \u201cThe more we scale, the more affordable this becomes. Our goal is long-term health, not just short-term results.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"aspect-ratio:1.50146628;display:block\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-modal-image=\"37188894\" width=\"886\" height=\"590\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/telehealth.jpg\" alt=\"A woman having a telemedicine consultation with an elderly woman visible on her laptop screen.\" class=\"wp-image-37188894\"  \/> Melinda Nagy \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/p>\n<p>Affordability isn\u2019t just about competitive pricing; it\u2019s about cost transparency and consistency. At MyStart, the initial price for medication and ongoing care will never increase from a user\u2019s original plan, even if their dosage changes over time.<\/p>\n<p>The company\u2019s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ritu Chopra, has also highlighted that MyStart is there to support patients every step of the way, not just when they need a prescription.  <\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe built MyStart to take the confusion out of GLP-1 care,\u201d says Dr. Ritu Chopra, Chief Medical Officer. \u201cWe\u2019ve designed a complete protocol, not just a prescription, and we\u2019re proud to offer under-24-hour turnaround on consultations and 48-hour delivery.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Unlike some traditional providers, they offer a structured <a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/LGOEZSBS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-nyp-affiliate=\"true\">90-day program<\/a> that includes comprehensive medical oversight. Users can connect with <a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/LGOEZSBS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-nyp-affiliate=\"true\">MyStart<\/a> clinicians as often as needed to discuss side effects, track progress, or adjust dosage.<\/p>\n<p>On average, users lose 22 pounds within their first six months with MyStart. Aside from supporting their weight loss goals, many reviewers have credited the program for bringing back their confidence and \u201cchanging their lives.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img style=\"aspect-ratio:1.50146628;display:block\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-modal-image=\"37188975\" width=\"886\" height=\"590\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/finalmyst.jpg\" alt=\"MyStart before and after photo\" class=\"wp-image-37188975\"  \/> MyStart<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI had tried every diet out there and was about to give up,\u201d one pleased reviewer said. \u201cMyStart helped me get on GLP-1, and just four months later, I\u2019m in love with my new body!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Even with its revolutionary impact in the weight-loss space, this is just the beginning for MyStart. The company has also expanded its services to include women\u2019s hormone health, metabolic longevity, and personalized wellness, providing patients\u2019 a full spectrum of care to take charge of their health.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/go.linkby.com\/LGOEZSBS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-nyp-affiliate=\"true\">MyStart<\/a> is redefining what modern care looks like in a space where access to effective weight-loss treatments is often blocked by high costs and complex processes. No long waits, inflated prices or unanswered questions \u2014 just real, accessible care from anywhere.<\/p>\n<p>This article was written by <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/author\/miska-salemann\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Miska Salemann<\/a>, New York Post Commerce Writer\/Reporter. As a health-forward member of Gen Z, Miska seeks out experts to weigh in on the benefits, safety and designs of both trending and tried-and-true fitness equipment, workout clothing, dietary supplements and more. Taking matters into her own hands, Miska intrepidly tests wellness products, ranging from <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/shopping\/bryan-johnson-blueprint-longevity-mix-review\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bryan Johnson\u2019s Blueprint Longevity Mix<\/a> to home gym <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/article\/best-elliptical-machines\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">elliptical machines<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/article\/pvolve-review\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Jennifer Aniston\u2019s favorite workout platform<\/a> \u2013 often with her adorable one-year old daughter by her side. Before joining The Post, Miska covered lifestyle and consumer topics for the U.S. Sun and The Cannon Beach Gazette.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Meet the program trimming pounds and prices. 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