MDLive vs Teladoc Health
A detailed head-to-head comparison of MDLive and Teladoc Health — pricing, peptides, consultation models, and patient reviews.
At a Glance
RatingNo reviews
Starting PriceN/A
Peptides2
ConsultationHybrid
Lab TestingNo
Shipping3-5 business days
Pros
- All 50 states
- Insurance integration is deep: most employer plans include MDLive, reducing or eliminating out-of-pocket costs
- Backed by Evernorth/Cigna
- Covers primary care, urgent care, dermatology, and behavioral health in one platform
- On-demand availability for urgent visits
- Video visits provide real-time interaction; not async-only care
Cons
- Not a GLP-1 specialist: patients seeking structured weight loss programs, dedicated titration coaching, or compounded semaglutide should look at specialist platforms
- Pricing is opaque for cash-pay patients; strongly optimized for the insured population
- Individual access (without employer benefits) is less seamless than using it through your employer plan
- No weight loss program structure comparable to Found, Calibrate, or Sequence
- No labs ordered or drawn through the platform (patients need to go to external lab)
RatingNo reviews
Starting PriceN/A
Peptides2
ConsultationHybrid
Lab TestingNo
Shipping3-5 business days
Pros
- Largest telehealth platform in the US with proven infrastructure and nationwide availability
- Integrated chronic condition management
- Brand-name GLP-1 medications and orforglipron available
- Video consultations (not async-only)
- Broadest insurance network in telehealth
- Behavioral health integration
Cons
- Weight management program launched in 2024
- Providers are general practitioners, not obesity medicine specialists
- Combined membership and medication cost is high ($224/mo for orforglipron) compared to focused competitors
- Weight loss is one of many services, not the primary focus
- Mixed patient satisfaction reviews for the weight management program specifically
- No tirzepatide cash-pay option currently listed
Pros & Cons
Peptide Pricing Comparison
| Peptide | MDLive | Teladoc Health |
|---|---|---|
| Semaglutide | Price unavailable | Price unavailable |
| Tirzepatide | Price unavailable | Price unavailable |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MDLive or Teladoc Health better?
MDLive offers 2 peptides and hybrid consultations. Teladoc Health offers 2 peptides and hybrid consultations. The best choice depends on which peptides you need, your budget, and preferred consultation model.
Which is cheaper, MDLive or Teladoc Health?
See the pricing table above for a detailed comparison.