knownwell Review
Insurance-based obesity medicine with real clinics, not just video
Covered by most major insurance; self-pay $299 first visit, $149 follow-up
Overview
knownwell treats obesity inside a full primary care practice rather than as a standalone prescription service, and it bills insurance rather than charging a membership. It is in network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Medicare and United Healthcare among others, and publishes flat self-pay rates for everyone else: $299 for a first visit, $149 for follow-ups, $99 for a first medical nutrition therapy session and $59 for follow-ups. There are no sign-up fees or membership dues. The medication list is entirely brand-name and unusually broad — Wegovy pen and pill, Zepbound in QwikPen, vial and pen, Ozempic, Saxenda, the Foundayo orforglipron pill, Contrave and Qsymia, plus generic naltrexone-bupropion and phentermine-topiramate. Physical clinics operate in California, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts and New York with Texas coming, and the virtual clinic covers the rest of the country. The trade-off is that medication cost depends on your plan, and knownwell does not publish the out-of-pocket drug prices.
Pros
- In network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Medicare and United Healthcare
- Flat self-pay visit pricing published: $299 first visit, $149 follow-up
- No sign-up fees and no membership dues
- Very broad brand-name list including the Foundayo (orforglipron) pill
- In-person clinics in five states plus a nationwide virtual practice
- Medical nutrition therapy from $59 per follow-up session
Cons
- Out-of-pocket medication prices are not published — only visit prices
- No compounded option, so cost depends heavily on insurance approval
- In-person care is limited to California, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts and New York
- Primary care is limited to the Plano, Texas location
- Health coaching and sleep health are still listed as coming soon
Key Features
Best For
Patients with commercial insurance or Medicare who want obesity care inside real primary care, not a prescription-only service
knownwell at a Glance
Everything below reflects what knownwell published on its own site as of August 23, 2026. Where a detail is not published, we say so rather than guessing.
- • Wegovy® (semaglutide pen and pill)
- • Zepbound® (tirzepatide QwikPen, vial and pen)
- • Ozempic® (semaglutide)
- • Saxenda® (liraglutide)
- • Foundayo® (orforglipron pill)
- • Contrave® (naltrexone and bupropion)
- • Qsymia® (phentermine and topiramate)
- • Generic naltrexone-bupropion and phentermine-topiramate
Pricing
Visits are billed to insurance where knownwell is in network, with copays or coinsurance depending on your plan. Self-pay rates are uniform across all states: $299 for a first visit, $149 for a follow-up, $99 for a first medical nutrition therapy visit and $59 for a follow-up. There are no sign-up fees or membership dues. Medication is billed separately through your pharmacy; knownwell notes some plans cover weight loss medication with copays as low as $25.
Membership fees
None. knownwell states there are no sign-up fees and no membership dues.
Medication fees
- • First visit self-pay: $299
- • Follow-up visit self-pay: $149
- • First medical nutrition therapy visit self-pay: $99
- • Follow-up medical nutrition therapy visit self-pay: $59
- • Medication billed separately; some plans cover it with copays as low as $25
Prices change often in this category. Always confirm the current cost — including what you will pay after any introductory or promotional period — directly with knownwell before enrolling.
Cancellation, Refunds & Payment
Support Services
Limitations to Know
- Out-of-pocket medication prices are not published on the site
- No compounded route, so an insurance denial leaves only brand cash pricing
- In-person clinics cover five states, with Texas listed as coming soon
- Primary care is currently limited to the Plano location
- Health coaching and sleep health are not yet live
Alternatives to knownwell
Also insurance-first and brand-name only, with a flat membership instead of per-visit pricing.
Insurance-based with published visit pricing and prior authorization support, fully virtual.
Obesity-medicine physicians and dietitians delivered virtually through insurance.
Still comparing? See our full ranking of online GLP-1 providers.
knownwell FAQs
Does knownwell take insurance?
Yes — it is the core of the model. knownwell works with most major insurance plans nationwide including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Medicare and United Healthcare, with regional carriers varying by state. Copays or coinsurance may still apply.
What does knownwell cost without insurance?
Self-pay rates are the same in every state: $299 for a first visit, $149 for a follow-up, $99 for a first medical nutrition therapy visit and $59 for a follow-up. There are no sign-up fees or membership dues. Medication is a separate cost.
Can I see a knownwell clinician in person?
In some states. knownwell operates physical clinics in California, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts and New York, with Texas listed as coming soon. Everyone else uses the nationwide virtual clinic.
Does knownwell offer compounded semaglutide?
No. The medication list is brand-name and FDA-approved — Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, Saxenda, Foundayo, Contrave and Qsymia — plus FDA-approved generics of Contrave and Qsymia.
Sources consulted
- knownwell — Home
- knownwell — Insurance and self-pay pricing
- knownwell — Weight loss medication pricing guide
Medical disclaimer: This review is for educational and comparison purposes only and is not medical advice. Rx Saver Hub is not a medical provider and does not prescribe medication. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved, and the FDA does not evaluate their safety, effectiveness or quality. Program details, pricing and availability change frequently — verify everything directly with knownwell. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping or changing any weight-loss treatment. Individual results vary.
knownwell
Covered by most major insurance; self-pay $299 first visit, $149 follow-up
Quick Stats
Share Your Experience
Help others by sharing your experience with knownwell
User Reviews
No ratings yet
Rate your experience
Click a star to rate and add a review
Questions & Discussions
Ready to Get Started with knownwell?
Join thousands of others who have started their weight loss journey with knownwell.
Visit knownwell