Genesis Health vs Cielo

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

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Genesis Health

Provider comparison

Shoppers comparing multi-category telehealth (weight loss + sexual health + anti-aging) willing to prepay or finance to unlock the lowest listed rate.

Semaglutide / month: $175/moBilled monthly, compounded; lower quarterly, six-month and annual prepay rates
Tirzepatide / month: $225/moBilled monthly, compounded; lower quarterly, six-month and annual prepay rates

Index 67/100 · Grade CChecked October 2026

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. Understand the medication options.

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Cielo

Provider comparison

Shoppers who want one price at every dose and can choose between a monthly plan and cheaper 3-, 6- or 12-month plans.

Semaglutide / month: $139/moAll doses, monthly plan, compounded; $99/mo on a 3-month plan, $89/mo on 6 months, $84/mo on 12 months
Tirzepatide / month: $189/moAll doses, monthly plan, compounded; $149/mo on a 3-month plan, $129/mo on 6 months, $119/mo on 12 months

Index 66/100 · Grade CChecked October 2026

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. Understand the medication options.

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The comparison in brief

Genesis Health has the higher Cost-Efficiency Index: 67/100 versus 66/100. That is a value comparison under our published methodology, not a measure of medical suitability or a guarantee of results.

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.

Genesis Health

Cielo

Semaglutide / month: Genesis Health: $175/moBilled monthly, compounded; lower quarterly, six-month and annual prepay rates; Cielo: $139/moAll doses, monthly plan, compounded; $99/mo on a 3-month plan, $89/mo on 6 months, $84/mo on 12 months

Tirzepatide / month: Genesis Health: $225/moBilled monthly, compounded; lower quarterly, six-month and annual prepay rates; Cielo: $189/moAll doses, monthly plan, compounded; $149/mo on a 3-month plan, $129/mo on 6 months, $119/mo on 12 months

Semaglutide / year (modeled): Genesis Health: $2,100; Cielo: $1,668

Tirzepatide / year (modeled): Genesis Health: $2,700; Cielo: $2,268

State availability: Genesis Health: Coverage not published; Cielo: Coverage not published

Oral / sublingual option listed: Genesis Health: Not listed; Cielo: Not listed

Brand-name access listed: Genesis Health: Yes; Cielo: Not confirmed

Provider facts checked: Genesis Health: October 2026; Cielo: October 2026

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Genesis Health

Shoppers comparing multi-category telehealth (weight loss + sexual health + anti-aging) willing to prepay or finance to unlock the lowest listed rate.

Reasons to consider it

Monthly plans cost $175 semaglutide and $225 tirzepatide
Publishes the full quarterly, six-month and annual prepayment totals
Provider care and shipping are included

What to weigh up

The $91.67/$125 headline equivalents require $1,100/$1,500 paid annually
Brand-name listings have limited availability; confirm stock before starting
Cancel at least 15 days before renewal to avoid the next charge

Regulatory note: the FDA issued a warning letter to Genesis Health International Inc. dba Genesis in February 2026. We still list and link to Genesis Health; you should know the letter is on the public record before you decide.

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. Understand the medication options.

Check Genesis Health pricing Read the full Genesis Health review

Cielo

Shoppers who want one price at every dose and can choose between a monthly plan and cheaper 3-, 6- or 12-month plans.

Reasons to consider it

Flat pricing regardless of dose for both semaglutide and tirzepatide, avoiding per-mg price escalation during titration
Free physician consult and free shipping stated as included
Claims 'Every batch tested', at least asserting quality-control testing exists

What to weigh up

The 3-, 6- and 12-month plans don't say whether they're paid up front or billed monthly, so ask before you pick one
Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide only, with no brand-name option
The site doesn't name its pharmacy, medical director or prescribers

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. Understand the medication options.

Check Cielo pricing Read the full Cielo review

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.

Genesis HealthCielo

Normalized Cost/Month: Genesis Health:
74/100; Cielo:
86/100

Price Transparency: Genesis Health:
86/100; Cielo:
94/100

Nationwide Access: Genesis Health:
24/100; Cielo:
24/100

Formulation Options: Genesis Health:
79/100; Cielo:
66/100

Clinical Oversight: Genesis Health:
78/100; Cielo:
80/100

Contract Flexibility: Genesis Health:
55/100; Cielo:
25/100

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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.