Verify a GLP-1 Provider

Verify prescribers hold active medical licenses in the state where you live. Telehealth prescribing across state lines without proper licensing is illegal.

Every legitimate prescriber has a National Provider Identifier. Search the NPI registry to confirm.

The platform should name its medical director with verifiable credentials. Anonymous or unnamed medical teams are a red flag.

The provider should name the pharmacy that compounds/dispenses medications. You should be able to verify the pharmacy's state license.

503B facilities are FDA-registered outsourcing facilities with cGMP standards — the gold standard. 503A are traditional compounding pharmacies with patient-specific prescriptions. Both are legal, but 503B offers more oversight.

Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation Board (PCAB) is a voluntary accreditation indicating higher quality standards. Only a small percentage of compounding pharmacies have this.

LegitScript is a third-party verification service that certifies healthcare merchants. Certification requires proof of licensing, legal compliance, and legitimate business practices.

Better Business Bureau rating. Not a guarantee of quality, but an A+ or A rating suggests the company responds to complaints and maintains business standards.

Check if the FDA has issued warning letters to the provider or their pharmacy. The FDA issued 30+ warning letters to GLP-1 companies in March 2026.

Total monthly cost should be clear before you sign up. Watch for hidden membership fees, consultation fees, shipping charges, and dose-escalation surcharges that aren't disclosed upfront.

You should be able to cancel anytime without penalties. Avoid providers that require 6- or 12-month upfront commitments with no refund policy.

Legitimate telehealth providers typically accept Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account payments.

A legitimate provider will ask about your medical history, current medications, allergies, and contraindications before prescribing. Any provider that prescribes without a health assessment is dangerous.

GLP-1 medications require dose titration and monitoring. Your provider should check in regularly and adjust your treatment plan as needed.

You should receive clear instructions on injection technique, dose schedule, common side effects, and when to seek emergency care.