What services are included in the programs?
Telehealth consultations with licensed healthcare professionals, including a physician, nutritionist, and exercise therapist- Bi-monthly telehealth visits with your medical experts, unlimited as needed
- Quarterly scheduled visits with your nutritionist and exercise therapist
- Personalized care plan coordinated by your dedicated care team
- Prescription of effective weight loss medications such as Wegovy®, Zepbound®, Mounjaro®, Ozempic®, Rebeylsus® Trulicity®, and Saxenda®, Metformin, Wellbutrin, Compounded Semaglutide and Compounded Tirzepatide
- Management of side-effects related to the prescribed medications
- Routine lab orders and close monitoring of various labs
- Hassle free medication approvals and prior-authorization with your insurance.
- Support with co-pay assistance programs for medications.
- Medication costs are not included in the program fee.
What is the difference between Aayu Elevate and Aayu Elevate Plus?
- Aayu Elevate focuses on primary medical care for weight loss, with an emphasis on personalized diet plans, lifestyle adjustments, and the clinically appropriate use of GLP-1 agonist medications.
- Aayu Elevate Plus includes all the benefits of Aayu Elevate, along with primary care for key mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and stress management. Recognizing the close connection between obesity and mental health, Aayu Elevate Plus addresses both issues together to enhance overall well-being and quality of life.
Are the monthly program fees covered by the insurance?
- No. We operate on a subscription model to ensure our services align closely with our patients’ best interests. This approach allows us to focus on providing the highest quality care without the constraints often imposed by insurance providers.
- While we do not accept insurance, payments can be made through FSA or HSA accounts.
What would be covered by insurance?
- Medications: Our service streamlines the prior-authorization process with your insurance for any medications prescribed by our healthcare providers, ensuring a hassle-free experience. If your insurer declines coverage, we can provide access to competitively priced, quality medications from FDA-registered 503b pharmacies.
- Lab Tests: If our providers order tests, the lab where you would get your tests would bill your insurance directly. Your co-pays and out-of-pocket expenses would be in accordance with your insurance.
- Your co-pays and out-of-pocket expenses for medications and labs would be in accordance with your insurance terms and conditions.
How long does it take to see results?
- Results vary, however most patients observe improvements in their health and well-being within a few weeks of consistent treatment and adherence to the program.
- Most patients achieve their maximum weight loss within 8 to 12 months.
Can I access the programs from anywhere?
- Yes, our telehealth program is accessible remotely, offering flexibility and convenience through our online platform. In addition, our smartphone app will allow you to communicate directly with your care team, schedule televisits, refill prescriptions, track your weight-loss progress, monitor your health stats, access your personalized fitness and nutrition plans, connect with a community just like you for support and inspiration, and receive exercise, menu, and health tips
Do you offer any guarantees?
- We are committed to your success and offer a 100% refund of your membership fees if you do not achieve a minimum of 10% reduction in your body weight by the end of your 12-month membership. This guarantee is applicable to both our Elevate and Elevate+ programs. Eligibility criteria for the Money Back Guarantee are detailed at Aayuwell.com/Guaranteed-Results. Click here to learn more about our Money Back Guarantee.
What services are included in the programs?
- Telehealth consultations with licensed healthcare professionals, including a physician, nutritionist, and exercise therapist
- Bi-monthly telehealth visits with your medical experts, unlimited as needed
- Quarterly scheduled visits with your nutritionist and exercise therapist
- Personalized care plan coordinated by your dedicated care team
- Prescription of effective weight loss medications such as Wegovy®, Zepbound®, Mounjaro®, Ozempic®, Rebeylsus® Trulicity®, and Saxenda®, Metformin, Wellbutrin, Compounded Semaglutide and Compounded Tirzepatide
- Management of side-effects related to the prescribed medications
- Routine lab orders and close monitoring of various labs
- Hassle free medication approvals and prior-authorization with your insurance.
- Support with co-pay assistance programs for medications.
- Medication costs are not included in the program fee.
How much weight loss can I expect?
- On average, our patients achieve a weight loss of 18–22% of their total body weight.
Why integrate mental health program with weight loss?
- Our program is designed by experienced doctors with years of patient care expertise, as well as experts in nutrition and public health. Our care model prioritizes a patient-centric approach.
- Mental health is a fundamental component of overall wellness. Obesity and mental health are deeply interconnected, with a significant number of patients experiencing challenges in both areas.
- Abnormal weight, weight loss, and anti-obesity medications have a profound impact on mental health, while mental health conditions and their treatments also influence weight.
- Close medical supervision, initiating mental health treatments, or adjusting existing ones are critical aspects of ensuring a healthy and sustainable weight loss journey.
What mental health services are included in the Aayu Elevate Plus program?
- We offer primary care for mental health. Our providers, trained in mental health, can treat conditions such as anxiety, depression, sleep disorders, OCD, stress management, and other mental health concerns.
- If specialized care is needed, your Aayu Well provider will refer you to an appropriate specialist.
- Please note that Aayu Well currently does not provide therapy services for mental health conditions.
Is care from primary care providers sufficient for mental health?
- In the United States, approximately 85% of mental health prescriptions are written by primary care providers.
- Our providers are equipped to manage most common mental health conditions and will refer you to a specialist, such as a psychiatrist, when necessary.
- This focused, mental health-oriented care offers valuable support for many patients who might otherwise struggle to access quality care.
How much weight loss can I expect?
- On average, our patients achieve a weight loss of 18–22% of their total body weight.
What medications do Aayu Well providers prescribe for weight loss?
- Our board-certified providers are authorized to prescribe all FDA-approved weight loss medications. As part of the Aayu Well weight loss programs, our doctors often recommend GLP-1 (Glucagon-like Peptide) agonists, including Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, Rybelsus®, Trulicity®, and Saxenda®.
- The choice of medication is personalized to meet each patient's unique needs.
- Click here to learn more about these medications.
How long does it take to see results?
- Results vary, however most patients observe improvements in their health and well-being within a few weeks of consistent treatment and adherence to the program.
- Most patients achieve their maximum weight loss within 8 to 12 months.
How do you help with getting GLP-1 medications?
- We streamline the prior-authorization process with your insurance for medications prescribed by our healthcare providers, making the experience as hassle-free as possible.
- If your insurance doesn’t cover GLP-1 medications, we offer brand-name options like Zepbound/Mounjaro and Wegovy at approximately $900.
What are you doing to address medication shortages?
- We collaborate with multiple pharmacies to ensure an uninterrupted supply of medications for our patients.
- At this time, we are not experiencing any medication shortages.
Do you prescribe compounded GLP-1 medications?
- For patients unable to access brand-name GLP-1 medications, we provide access to high-quality, competitively priced compounded alternatives from FDA-registered 503b pharmacies.
How much does compounded Semaglutide cost?
- Compounded Semaglutide from our trusted FDA-registered 503B pharmacy is available at $250 a month.
- While we may not be the cheapest option, we prioritize ensuring our patients receive the medication quality they deserve.
What medications do Aayu Well providers prescribe for weight loss?
- Our board-certified providers are authorized to prescribe all FDA-approved weight loss medications. As part of the Aayu Well weight loss programs, our doctors often recommend GLP-1 (Glucagon-like Peptide) agonists, including Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, Rybelsus®, Trulicity®, and Saxenda®.
- The choice of medication is personalized to meet each patient's unique needs.
- Click here to learn more about these medications.
How do you help with getting GLP-1 medications?
- We streamline the prior-authorization process with your insurance for medications prescribed by our healthcare providers, making the experience as hassle-free as possible.
- If your insurance doesn’t cover GLP-1 medications, we offer brand-name options like Zepbound/Mounjaro and Wegovy at approximately $900.
What are you doing to address medication shortages?
- We collaborate with multiple pharmacies to ensure an uninterrupted supply of medications for our patients.
- At this time, we are not experiencing any medication shortages.
Do you prescribe compounded GLP-1 medications?
- For patients unable to access brand-name GLP-1 medications, we provide access to high-quality, competitively priced compounded alternatives from FDA-registered 503b pharmacies.
How much does compounded Semaglutide cost?
- Compounded Semaglutide from our trusted FDA-registered 503B pharmacy is available at $250 a month.
- While we may not be the cheapest option, we prioritize ensuring our patients receive the medication quality they deserve.
