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Part of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area
We evaluated Washington's GLP-1 providers and ranked the top 10 based on patient ratings, verified reviews, provider credentials, pricing transparency, and telehealth availability. These clinics average a 4.5-star rating and represent the best options for GLP-1 treatment in Washington, District of Columbia.
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| Clinic | Monthly Low | Monthly High |
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| Revolution Medicine, Health and Fitness | Contact clinic | Contact clinic |
| WASHINGTON HOSPITAL CENTER CORP | $499 | $1299 |
| MICHAEL PORTER, DO | $499 | $999 |
Our rankings are based on a weighted scoring system that considers multiple factors. Patient ratings carry the most weight, followed by the number of verified reviews, provider credentials (including ABOM board certification in obesity medicine), and verification level. We also factor in pricing transparency, whether the clinic is accepting new patients, and telehealth availability. Clinics that provide clear pricing information, accept insurance, and offer flexible visit options score higher because these factors directly affect your ability to access and afford treatment. Every clinic listed has been verified through NPI Registry data.
Medical weight loss programs prescribing GLP-1 injections in Washington, District of Columbia average between $360 and $846 per month. This includes semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) treatment plans. Prices vary by provider and medication type. 9 weight loss doctors in Washington publish their pricing. Many obesity medicine specialists offer payment plans or accept insurance to reduce out-of-pocket costs.
1 weight loss clinic prescribing GLP-1 medications in Washington accept health insurance. An additional 9 clinics offer cash-pay options for patients without coverage.
Yes. 7 weight loss doctors serving Washington offer virtual GLP-1 consultations, allowing you to get a semaglutide or tirzepatide prescription and have medication shipped to your door without an in-person visit. District of Columbia permits telehealth prescribing for GLP-1 medications under state telehealth regulations. Compare top telehealth GLP-1 providers.
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Washington's GLP-1 market is built around its workforce. A large share of residents carry FEHB plans, the Federal Employees Health Benefits coverage that comes with government and contractor jobs, and those plans treat weight-loss drugs differently than commercial insurance does. That single fact changes the first question a good DC provider asks. The District also has money and three teaching hospitals. GW, Georgetown, and MedStar anchor the academic side, and GW's bariatric surgery and weight loss clinic in Foggy Bottom gives the city a credentialed program that pure med spas cannot match. Demand here is high and appearance-conscious, which is why Dupont and U Street have more aesthetic-focused providers than diabetes-focused ones. Named cash-pay options include Beale Medical Weight Loss, Javan Wellness near Dupont and U Street, Change for Life Wellness and Aesthetics under Dr. Wanda Dyson, and Revolution Medicine Health and Fitness. Each runs a different model, and the price you are quoted reflects that.
Geography in DC is a quadrant problem. Addresses repeat across NW, NE, SW, and SE, and most clinics cluster in NW around Dupont Circle, Foggy Bottom, and the U Street corridor. Wards 7 and 8 east of the Anacostia have far fewer options. Plenty of patients live in the DMV and commute in from Maryland or Virginia, so a 9 a.m. follow-up can mean an hour on the Red Line or sitting on the Beltway. Telehealth solves that. A monthly check-in does not require crossing a bridge.
DC food is its own thing. The half-smoke at Ben's Chili Bowl on U Street, mumbo sauce on wings, go-go playing in the background. Good providers do not tell you to quit any of it. They work with the appetite changes GLP-1s bring and let you keep eating like a Washingtonian, smaller portions, same food. A dietitian who tells a born-and-raised resident to give up the half-smoke entirely will lose them by week three. The better approach is teaching how the drug already cuts cravings, then building meals around that.
One practical warning. FEHB coverage for weight-loss GLP-1s varies by carrier and tightened in 2026. BCBS Standard covers Wegovy but not Zepbound, and GEHA moved Wegovy to non-preferred with prior authorization. Confirm your specific plan and tier before you start, because a med spa charging cash will not check that for you.
At cash-pay clinics around Dupont Circle and the U Street corridor, expect roughly $250 to $380 a month all in, which usually bundles the office visit, the injection, and follow-up. Some programs charge a higher startup fee covering the first 8 to 12 weeks, then drop to a lower monthly rate. Brand-name Wegovy without insurance runs about $499 a month for the medication alone. Membership-style plans in NW DC commonly land near $250 a month.
It depends on your plan. DC Medicaid does not cover GLP-1 medications for weight loss; coverage is limited to GLP-1s prescribed for Type 2 diabetes, per the DC Medicaid Preferred Drug List effective March 23, 2026. Federal employees on FEHB plans should check carefully, because weight-loss GLP-1 coverage varies by carrier and tightened in 2026. BCBS Standard covers Wegovy but not Zepbound, and GEHA moved Wegovy to non-preferred with prior authorization for 2026. Confirm your specific carrier, plan, and drug tier before starting.
Most of the 28 active providers sit in Northwest, clustered around Dupont Circle, Foggy Bottom, and U Street, with GW's bariatric program in Foggy Bottom as the main academic anchor. Wards 7 and 8 east of the Anacostia have far fewer options. If you commute in from Maryland or Virginia, ask whether a DC clinic is also licensed in your home state, because the ones that are can see you in the District and then manage refills remotely after the first visit.
DC permits telehealth prescribing by providers licensed in the District. Providers licensed in Maryland or Virginia may also treat DC residents under interstate telehealth agreements.
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| JULIANNA BARSONY, M.D. |
| $499 |
| $999 |
| RABIA CHERQAOUI, MD | $499 | $999 |
| MARK M. SKLAR, M.D., PLLC | $499 | $999 |
| NEELAM BARAL, MBBS | $499 | $999 |
| MARK SKLAR, M.D. | $499 | $1299 |
| ABBAS MOTAZEDI, MD | $499 | $1299 |
| WOLALI ODONKOR, MD | $499 | $1299 |
Obesity medicine providers in Washington prescribe semaglutide, tirzepatide. Your weight loss doctor will recommend the best GLP-1 injection based on your health history, BMI, and treatment goals. Compare all GLP-1 weight loss medications.
10 GLP-1 clinics in Washington are currently accepting new patients. Availability can change, so we recommend contacting the clinic directly to confirm openings and schedule your first consultation.
For most people here, yes. A monthly dose check does not justify an hour on the Red Line or the Beltway. After an in-person intake, a provider can handle titration and refills by video. One catch worth knowing: a clinician treating you must be licensed in the state where you physically sit during the visit. Since DMV residents cross between DC, Maryland, and Virginia constantly, ask whether your provider holds licenses in all three before you rely on telehealth from home.
Pull up your plan's 2026 formulary and find the exact GLP-1 you want by name. OPM requires every FEHB plan to cover at least one weight-loss drug, but not all of them, so Wegovy and Zepbound are not interchangeable across carriers. Confirm the tier, whether prior authorization is required, and what the copay looks like. Coverage tightened in 2026, so a plan that covered your drug last year may have moved it to non-preferred.
A med spa around Dupont or U Street can prescribe a GLP-1 and give you the injection, but aesthetics is the focus and management can be thin. A medical or bariatric program, like GW's clinic in Foggy Bottom, brings physician oversight, structured dose titration, side-effect management, and the ability to coordinate with surgery if you need it. If you have other conditions or want long-term management, the academic route is worth the extra step.
Monthly GLP-1 medication programs in Washington typically cost between $360 and $846. Prices depend on the specific medication (semaglutide vs. tirzepatide), whether you use branded or compounded versions, and your insurance coverage. Some clinics offer payment plans.
1 GLP-1 clinics in Washington list that they accept insurance. Listing a plan does not confirm GLP-1 medication coverage. Contact the clinic directly and verify benefits with your insurer before your visit.
Yes. 7 providers serving Washington offer telehealth GLP-1 consultations. District of Columbia permits telehealth prescribing for weight loss medications. You can complete your consultation via video call and have medication shipped directly to your home.
Yes. 10 GLP-1 clinics in Washington are currently accepting new patients. Availability can change, so we recommend scheduling your consultation promptly to secure a spot.
Clinics in Washington prescribe semaglutide, tirzepatide. Your provider will determine the best medication based on your health history, weight loss goals, and insurance coverage.
Use our directory to browse 28 verified weight loss doctors and obesity medicine specialists in Washington, District of Columbia. Filter by medication (semaglutide, tirzepatide), insurance accepted, and telehealth availability to find the right provider for your needs.
Monthly GLP-1 programs in Washington start around $360. Compounded semaglutide is typically the most affordable option. Some clinics offer free initial consultations and payment plans. Check with your insurance provider, as many plans now cover FDA-approved weight loss injections like Wegovy and Zepbound.
Most medical weight loss clinics in Washington do not require a referral. You can schedule a consultation directly with an obesity specialist or weight management provider. Some insurance plans may require a referral from your primary care physician for coverage purposes.
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