25 questions to ask a GLP-1 clinic before you start

Licensing and clinical oversight

Start by understanding who is responsible for your care.

• Who reviews my health history before treatment decisions are made?
• What type of licensed clinician will I meet with?
• Is the clinician licensed in my state?
• How do I contact a clinician between visits?
• What situations require in-person evaluation or urgent care?

Pricing and insurance

Ask for total cost, not just a starting price.

• What is included in the advertised price?
• Is medication included?
• Are labs included?
• Do you bill insurance for visits, medication, or both?
• Do you help with prior authorization?

Medication sourcing

Medication details should be specific and transparent.

• What medication options do you discuss?
• Are products FDA-approved for the discussed use?
• If compounded medication is discussed, why and from where?
• How are dosing instructions provided?
• What happens if supply or rules change?

Follow-up and safety support

The first visit is only the beginning. Ask what happens after onboarding.

• How often are follow-ups scheduled?
• How are side effects handled?
• What labs or monitoring do you require?
• What is the long-term maintenance plan?
• Who coordinates with my primary care provider if needed?

Red flags

Be cautious if a clinic guarantees results, skips medical history, hides medication sourcing, avoids pricing details, or pressures you to pay before a clinical evaluation.