Semaglutide For Weight Loss
Losing weight can be challenging for many people, and sometimes diet and exercise alone aren’t enough to achieve the desired results. At Richmond Aesthetic Weight Loss, we understand the difficulties many face in their weight loss efforts, and we are here to offer a solution. Our Richmond-based weight loss clinic provides medically supervised weight loss solutions that include personalized treatment plans designed to meet your unique needs.
Led by board-certified plastic surgeon Neil J. Zemmel, MD, FACS and board-certified physician assistant Sarah Ashcraft, PA-C, Richmond Aesthetic Weight Loss offers advanced GLP-1 medications, such as Zepbound™ (tirzepatide) and Wegovy® (semaglutide), to support effective and sustainable weight loss. With the guidance of our experienced team, you can achieve your weight loss goals in a safe and supportive environment, ensuring long-term success and improved overall health.
What to Expect from Richmond Aesthetic Weight Loss
At Richmond Aesthetic Weight Loss, we prioritize your health, comfort, and success throughout your weight loss journey. From your initial consultation to the ongoing support and monitoring, our dedicated team is here to ensure you receive the best possible care. We believe that weight loss is a highly individual process, and our goal is to provide a comprehensive, personalized approach tailored to your unique needs and goals. Here’s what you can expect when you choose Richmond Aesthetic Weight Loss:
How Do Weight Loss Injections Work?
Weight loss injections, such as those containing semaglutide and tirzepatide, are designed to help reduce appetite and promote weight loss. Originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes, these medications have shown significant potential in aiding weight management. They are typically administered through once-weekly injections.
Are Weight Loss Injections Right for Me?
Determining if weight loss injections are suitable for you involves evaluating your medical history and weight loss goals. Ideal candidates are usually those who are obese — meaning they have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more — or overweight with health conditions such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol. If more conservative methods of weight loss, like diet and exercise, have not been effective, weight loss injections might be a beneficial addition to your regimen.
What Are the Different Types of Weight Loss Injectables?
Richmond Aesthetic Weight Loss offers the latest in weight loss technology and techniques, with a focus on medically supervised programs that are not only safe but provide effective results. Our clinic offers several injectable options, including:
Zepbound™
Wegovy®
In addition to these well-known injectables, we also offer compounded GLP-1 medications for those without insurance coverage needing a more affordable alternative. Our clinic works with Virginia’s first nationally accredited compounding pharmacy to accomplish this. They support our dedication to treatment safety and efficacy as they uphold the highest national standards of cleanliness and product quality, which are regularly evaluated via on-site inspections.
How Much Weight Can I Lose with Weight Loss Injections?
The amount of weight loss varies by individual and the specific injectable used. Studies have shown that patients can lose up to 20% of their body weight with tirzepatide medications like Zepbound™. Semaglutide injectables like Wegovy® have also shown to provide significant weight loss, with many patients losing around 15% of their body weight. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle during and after treatment is essential for sustaining these results.
For those who lose a substantial amount of weight over time, sagging skin and isolated fat pockets can still remain. To help you smooth your body contours and put the finishing touches on your healthier, more toned-looking physique, Dr. Zemmel offers body contouring after major weight loss, with popular procedural options like arm lifts, body lifts, thigh lifts, tummy tucks, and liposuction.
How Much Do Weight Loss Injections Cost?
Our commitment to making weight loss accessible to anyone is reflected in our pricing structure, designed to offer high-quality treatments at affordable rates. While the exact cost will depend on your personalized treatment plan, our patients can typically expect to pay $500 per month for semaglutide and $650 per month for tirzepatide.
We strive to ensure that cost is not a barrier to achieving your weight loss goals, providing flexible payment options and working with most major insurance plans to make these life-changing treatments available to as many patients as possible.
Does My Insurance Cover Weight Loss Injections?
Insurance coverage for weight loss injections varies depending on your provider and the medication prescribed. Many injectables are initially approved for type 2 diabetes, and off-label use for weight loss might not be covered by all insurance plans. However, we accept most medical insurance plans, including Anthem/BCBS and TRICARE, for those with weight loss coverage. We can prescribe these weight loss medications through patient’s insurance for those who are eligible and have weight loss coverage. For patients without coverage, we also offer compounded GLP-1 medications as a more affordable alternative as well as cash pay plans.
Are your weight loss injections eligible for insurance coverage? Visit NovoCare® to check your coverage for Wegovy®, and go to the Zepbound™ website to see if your Zepbound™ injections may be covered. You can also take a look at our comprehensive list of employers who typically offer coverage for these anti-obesity medications
Schedule Your Consultation at Richmond Aesthetic Weight Loss
By choosing Richmond Aesthetic Weight Loss, you are taking a life-changing step towards a healthier, more confident you. Our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way. For more information or to schedule a consultation, please call (804) 423-2100.