Head-to-head · WeighScore
LifeRx.md vs Teladoc Health
The verdict
LifeRx.md takes it — 69.3/100 to 55.9/100.
LifeRx.md grades higher on WeighScore, our editorial score across cost value, dose & formulation, clinical oversight, labs & monitoring, fulfillment and contract terms. LifeRx.md is a LegitScript-certified US telehealth provider offering customized weight loss with GLP-1s.
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Factor by factor
The same six graded dimensions, side by side. See the methodology.
The numbers
| Metric | LifeRx.md | Teladoc Health |
|---|---|---|
| WeighScore | 69.3/100 | 55.9/100 |
| Grade | C | C |
| Scorecard rank | #127 | #428 |
| Semaglutide | $200/mo | Not disclosed |
| Tirzepatide | $275/mo | Not disclosed |
| Coverage | All 50 states | Coverage not published |
| Brand-name access | Compounded only | Compounded only |
| Oral / sublingual | Injection only | Injection only |
Graded #127 · C
Strengths
- Flat pricing that does not rise with dose: semaglutide ~$200, tirzepatide ~$275 per 5-week supply
- LegitScript certified; prescriptions filled by state-licensed 503A pharmacies
- Available in all 50 states
- HSA and FSA payments accepted
- Required video telehealth consult ensures clinician oversight
Where it loses points
- Compounded GLP-1s are not FDA-approved for safety, efficacy or quality
- Extra fees stack up: ~$30 shipping, $49.95 initial consult, $25 follow-ups
- True monthly cost (~$255) is higher than the headline medication price
- Specific list of supported states not enumerated on site
Graded #428 · C
Strengths
- Dedicated GLP-1 Prescription and Support program for weight management
- Backed by one of the largest virtual care companies in the US
- Partners with 50%-plus of Fortune 500 and 100-plus health plans
- Adds nutrition, coaching and connected device tracking
- Strong clinical credibility and brand trust
Where it loses points
- Distributed mainly via employers and health plans, limited direct cash-pay
- No transparent published monthly price for GLP-1 care
- Specific medications and eligibility vary by plan coverage
- Member experience can depend on the employer's chosen configuration
Also worth a look
Neither is our top-graded pick — CoreAge Rx leads the scorecard
Across all 499 providers, CoreAge Rx grades highest at 91.8/100 (A−). Top of the scorecard: flat transparent pricing, both molecules, nationwide — no teaser-rate games.
Pricing/verification reflect each provider's public disclosures at last grading; the WeighScore is our editorial judgment per the methodology. Prices change — confirm on each provider's site. Not medical advice; see our disclosure.