Cheapest GLP-1 in Minnesota (2026)

Minnesota Medicaid covers Wegovy and Saxenda for weight loss at BMI 30+ on its own, or BMI 27+ with a qualifying weight-related condition. Zepbound is on the list too, but it is nonpreferred, so a prescriber usually has to try Wegovy or Saxenda first. Both the weight-loss and diabetes routes need prior authorization. 25 telehealth programs serve Minnesota. The cheapest cash-pay option is Strut Health at $149/mo.

Prices checked Aug 31, 2026

Cheapest cash options in Minnesota

Cash telehealth prices are set nationally. A Minnesota resident pays the same price as a patient anywhere else in the US. The programs below all serve Minnesota and represent the cheapest all-in monthly price at maintenance dose, as verified against each program's published pricing.

ProgramAll-in / moWhat the price covers
Strut Health$149/moCompounded injectable and oral semaglutide from $149/mo.
Found$169/moWidest drug catalog, but the best price needs a 12-month plan.
Ivim Health$175/moCash for compounded, insurance route for brand-name.
Mochi Health$178/moOne flat price covers every dose, no tier jumps.

Prices are checked every Monday against each program's published pricing. We do not create accounts or make purchases to verify them. See the full ranked list at the comparison chart.

Programs available in Minnesota

25 of the programs we track are licensed and available to Minnesota residents. Every major GLP-1 telehealth program serves Minnesota.

The remaining 25 programs all operate via telehealth and can onboard Minnesota patients remotely. You do not need to visit a clinic in person for the initial assessment or follow-up care. See the programs guide for the full breakdown by onboarding time and lock-in terms.

What Minnesota Medicaid covers

The diabetes path (Ozempic, Mounjaro) is covered with PA and a documented A1c above the threshold. PA denials are common.

For the full prior-authorization criteria, MCO list, and step-therapy requirements, see the dedicated Minnesota Medicaid GLP-1 coverage page. That page also covers appeal options if you are denied on first submission.

The complete cost picture for Minnesota residents

A Minnesota resident has three realistic paths to a GLP-1 in 2026:

PathCost / moWho qualifies
Cash-pay telehealth$149 and upAnyone. No insurance required. 25 programs serve Minnesota.
Commercial insurance (employer or marketplace plan)$25 to $100 copayDepends on your plan. Prior authorization required, BMI and comorbidity criteria vary by payer.
Minnesota MedicaidCovered with strict PA (BMI 30+ on its own, or BMI 27+ with a qualifying weight-related condition)Wegovy and Zepbound at BMI 30+ on its own, or BMI 27+ with a qualifying weight-related condition required. PA denials are common on first submission.

For the full insurance picture, including how to file a prior-authorization request and what to do if denied, see the GLP-1 insurance guide. For a side-by-side of every cash program ranked by price, see programs ranked by price.

Minnesota GLP-1 cost FAQ

What is the cheapest GLP-1 program available in Minnesota?
The cheapest cash-pay GLP-1 available to Minnesota residents starts at $149 a month. Cash telehealth prices are national. Any licensed program that serves Minnesota charges the same price it charges everywhere. 25 of the programs we track serve Minnesota.
Does Minnesota Medicaid cover Wegovy or Zepbound for weight loss?
Partially. Minnesota Medicaid covers Wegovy and Zepbound for obesity under limited criteria ( BMI 30+ on its own, or BMI 27+ with a qualifying weight-related condition). Prior authorization is required. PA denials are common on first submission.
Does Minnesota Medicaid cover Ozempic or Mounjaro for diabetes?
Yes. Minnesota Medicaid covers Ozempic and Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes with prior authorization, usually after a documented metformin trial.
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