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This will be accompanied by pricing information for the higher doses, so you'll be able to choose once you see how you get on with the lower strengths
Step 3: Provider Review and Consultation Consultation Formats: Asynchronous (Message-Based): Provider reviews your intake information Responds with questions or approval within 24-48 hours Follow-up messaging available No scheduled appointment needed Common for straightforward cases Live Video Consultation: Scheduled virtual appointment (15-30 minutes) Real-time discussion with provider Ability to ask questions immediately Visual assessment Preferred by some patients and providers Phone Consultation: Scheduled call with provider Discussion of medical history and goals Less common than video but available Some patients prefer to prescribers What Providers Evaluate: Eligibility Criteria: BMI 30+ (or 27+ with weight-related conditions like hypertension, type 2 diabetes) No contraindications (thyroid cancer history, MEN 2, pregnancy) No medications that interact dangerously Appropriate candidate for weight loss medication Realistic expectations about results and commitment Medical Appropriateness: Is semaglutide the right choice for this patient
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