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Ark Health vs Lumen Meds

Compare the prices, treatment options and tradeoffs that matter before you choose a GLP-1 program.

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Ark Health

Provider comparison

Shoppers considering a bundled monthly compounded plan who are comfortable with a strict refund policy and a 15-day cancellation deadline.

Semaglutide / month
$169/moCompounded injection
Tirzepatide / month
$249/moCompounded injection
Index 67/100 · Grade CChecked October 2026

Lumen Meds

Provider comparison

Shoppers comfortable committing to three months who want one published price at every dose.

Semaglutide / month
$114.99/moAll doses, 3-month commitment, compounded
Tirzepatide / month
$191.99/moAll doses, 3-month commitment, compounded
Index 67/100 · Grade CChecked October 2026

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The comparison in brief

Both score 67/100 on the Cost-Efficiency Index. There is no score winner; compare the treatment you need, billing terms and state availability.

The better fit depends on what is included in your quote. A lower advertised price can require prepayment, apply to a starting dose or leave out a separate fee.

How the comparison is scored

Costs & coverage

Published prices with their terms intact. Annual estimates account for billing frequency and known fixed required fees; they are not a treatment quote.

Ark Health

Lumen Meds

Semaglutide / month
Ark Health: $169/moCompounded injection
Lumen Meds: $114.99/moAll doses, 3-month commitment, compounded
Tirzepatide / month
Ark Health: $249/moCompounded injection
Lumen Meds: $191.99/moAll doses, 3-month commitment, compounded
Semaglutide / year (modeled)
Ark Health: $2,028
Lumen Meds: $1,380
Tirzepatide / year (modeled)
Ark Health: $2,988
Lumen Meds: $2,304
State availability
Ark Health: Coverage not published
Lumen Meds: Coverage not published
Oral / sublingual option listed
Ark Health: Yes
Lumen Meds: Not listed
Brand-name access listed
Ark Health: Not confirmed
Lumen Meds: Not confirmed
Provider facts checked
Ark Health: October 2026
Lumen Meds: October 2026

Comparing different billing plans? See what a GLP-1 monthly price can leave out, or calculate the monthly cost.

Which program fits your priorities?

The strengths and limitations behind each provider's score. Read the full review before deciding.

Ark Health

Shoppers considering a bundled monthly compounded plan who are comfortable with a strict refund policy and a 15-day cancellation deadline.

Reasons to consider it

  • Publishes monthly injection prices for both semaglutide and tirzepatide
  • Offers a separate oral GLP-1 option without naming its active ingredient in the listing
  • Includes medical review, medication if prescribed and follow-up support

What to weigh up

  • All sales are final, even if the reviewing provider decides treatment is not appropriate
  • Cancellation requests must arrive at least 15 days before the next order date
  • No pharmacy or state-coverage list is published

Lumen Meds

Shoppers comfortable committing to three months who want one published price at every dose.

Reasons to consider it

  • Publishes flat monthly prices for both medications, including visits and shipping
  • Names MD Integrations as its clinical network and The Pharmacy Hub as its dispensing partner
  • Includes provider check-ins, lifestyle coaching and expedited cold shipping

What to weigh up

  • Both weight-loss programs require a three-month commitment, even when paid monthly
  • Leaving early incurs a fee equal to the full retail monthly price: $249.99 for semaglutide or $349.99 for tirzepatide
  • A successful cancellation before intake deducts a $99 administrative fee; cancellations after intake are not refunded

Explore the six scoring factors

Scores run from 0 to 100. A higher factor score reflects our published value criteria; it is not a clinical endorsement.

Ark HealthLumen Meds
Normalized Cost/Month
Ark Health:
76/100
Lumen Meds:
79/100
Price Transparency
Ark Health:
86/100
Lumen Meds:
97/100
Nationwide Access
Ark Health:
24/100
Lumen Meds:
24/100
Formulation Options
Ark Health:
77/100
Lumen Meds:
66/100
Clinical Oversight
Ark Health:
73/100
Lumen Meds:
89/100
Contract Flexibility
Ark Health:
67/100
Lumen Meds:
29/100

Before you sign up

  • Confirm your totalAsk about dose changes, membership, labs, shipping and cancellation terms.
  • Check treatment accessState coverage and medical eligibility can differ by medication and formulation.
  • Understand the medicationCompare compounded and brand-name options. Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved.

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Provider information reflects public disclosures at the verification dates shown. Prices and availability change; confirm current terms before paying. This comparison is for information, not medical advice. A licensed clinician determines whether treatment is appropriate.