How Much Does Weight Loss Medication Cost in Illinois? (2026)
The total cost of medical weight loss in Illinois has two parts: the physician care that decides whether treatment is right for you, and the medication itself. This guide separates the two so you can see what you would actually pay.
What You Pay TeleSlim Clinic
TeleSlim Clinic visits are self-pay, and we do not bill insurance for our own services. We do handle prior authorization for your medication, provide a superbill you can submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement, and send your medication and lab orders to the pharmacy or lab you choose, where your insurance can be used. Every visit is with a board-certified obesity medicine physician by secure video.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Initial consultation (45 minutes) | $99 for a limited time (regularly $199) |
| Monthly plan | $99 / month |
| 3-month plan | $269 (about $90 / month) |
| 6-month plan | $499 (about $83 / month) |
| Annual plan | $899 (about $75 / month) |
| Optional genetic testing (at-home saliva test) | $499 |
Every plan includes monthly follow-ups with your physician and personalized prescriptions, when medically appropriate, sent to your pharmacy.
What the Medication Itself Costs
The medication is filled at a pharmacy and is priced separately from your TeleSlim plan. The price depends on which medication you are prescribed, the dose, the form (pill or injection), and where you fill it.
For reference, as of early October 2026 the manufacturers’ own self-pay programs have advertised roughly the following. These are not TeleSlim prices, they change often, and you should confirm them directly:
- Wegovy (semaglutide): about $149–$299 per month for the pill depending on dose, and about $349 per month for the weekly injection, with a lower introductory price for some new patients. See NovoCare (https://www.novocare.com/).
- Zepbound (tirzepatide) vials: roughly $299–$449 per month depending on dose. See LillyDirect (https://lillydirect.lilly.com/).
Other FDA-approved options, including phentermine-topiramate, naltrexone-bupropion, and orlistat, are priced by the pharmacy. Your physician can talk through the cost of each option with you.
Why Prices Vary
- Medication and dose. Higher doses are often priced higher.
- Pill or injection. The two forms are priced differently.
- Program or pharmacy. Manufacturer programs and retail pharmacies set their own prices.
- Timing. Introductory offers and program rules change.
Ways to Keep Your Total Cost Down
- Choose a longer TeleSlim plan: the annual plan works out to about $75 a month for physician care, versus $99 on the monthly plan.
- Ask your physician whether a lower-cost option could be appropriate for you.
- If you have an HSA or FSA, see our guide to using an HSA or FSA for weight loss treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the first TeleSlim visit in Illinois?
The initial 45-minute consultation with a board-certified obesity medicine physician is $99 for a limited time (regularly $199).
Is the medication included in the TeleSlim plan price?
No. The plan covers your physician care and prescriptions. The medication is filled at your preferred pharmacy and priced separately.
Does TeleSlim Clinic accept insurance?
We do not bill insurance for our own visits, which are self-pay. We handle prior authorization for your medication, provide a superbill you can submit for possible reimbursement (reimbursement depends on your plan), and send your prescriptions and lab orders to the pharmacy or lab you choose, where your insurance can be used. See our guide to how insurance coverage for weight loss medication works in Illinois.
Are the manufacturer prices on this page guaranteed?
No. They are the self-pay prices the manufacturers have advertised as of October 2026 and may change. Always confirm on the manufacturer’s site or with your pharmacy.
More Cost and Coverage Guides
- Weight Loss Medication Cost in Illinois
- Insurance and Weight Loss Medication in Illinois
- Illinois Medicaid and Weight Loss Medication
- TeleSlim Clinic Pricing and Plans
- HSA and FSA for Weight Loss Treatment
- Cash-Pay vs. Insurance for Weight Loss Treatment
Weight Loss Care Across Illinois
TeleSlim Clinic offers physician-supervised weight loss by secure video visit throughout Illinois, including Naperville, Aurora, Joliet, Evanston, Peoria, Springfield and more. See all Illinois locations.
Cost & Insurance guides
TeleSlim Clinic visits are self-pay, and we do not bill insurance for our own services. We do handle prior authorization for your medication, provide a superbill you can submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement, and send your medication and lab orders to the pharmacy or lab you choose, where your insurance can be used. We do not see patients with Medicare.
- Insurance and Weight Loss Medication in Illinois
- Illinois Medicaid and Weight Loss Medication
- TeleSlim Clinic Pricing and Plans
- HSA and FSA for Weight Loss Treatment
- Cash-Pay vs. Insurance for Weight Loss Treatment
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois and Weight Loss Medication
- Illinois State Employee Plan and Weight Loss Medication
- When Your Employer Plan Excludes Weight Loss Drugs
- Prior Authorization and Appeals for Weight Loss Medication
- Self-Pay Weight Loss Medication and Compounded Drugs
- What to Ask Your Insurance About Weight Loss Medication
Medications & Decision Guides
Learn about the prescription options and how to choose:
- Semaglutide (Wegovy)
- Tirzepatide (Zepbound)
- Liraglutide (Saxenda)
- Phentermine-Topiramate (Qsymia)
- Naltrexone-Bupropion (Contrave)
- Setmelanotide (Imcivree)
- Orlistat (Xenical, alli)
- Semaglutide vs Tirzepatide
- Wegovy vs Zepbound
- Telehealth vs In-Person Care
- Medication vs Bariatric Surgery
- How to Choose a Medication
Weight Loss Guides by Health Condition
- PCOS and Weight Loss
- Prediabetes and Weight Loss
- Menopause Weight Gain
- Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery
- Sleep Apnea and Weight Loss Medication
- Blood Pressure and Heart Health
- Fatty Liver and Weight Loss
- Hypothyroidism and Weight Loss
- Antidepressants and Weight
- Binge and Emotional Eating
- Weight Loss After 50
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Sources: NovoCare; LillyDirect; TeleSlim Clinic plan pricing.
This page is general information, not medical, insurance, tax or legal advice. Prices and coverage rules change; confirm current details with the manufacturer, pharmacy or your plan. Last updated: October 7, 2026.