Nova Physician Wellness vs PlushCare: Prices, Programs & Reviews (2026)
Side-by-side comparison updated for 2026. ClearScores, pricing, medications, and ratings compared.
Nova Physician Wellness starts at $200/mo and PlushCare at $20/mo. Nova Physician Wellness scores higher on our ClearScore (76 vs 70), and PlushCare is the cheaper starting option.
Quick Verdict
Nova Physician Wellness has the higher ClearScore (76 vs 70)
PlushCare is more affordable ($20/mo vs $200/mo)
Nova Physician Wellness has higher ratings (4.5/5 vs 4/5)
Nova Physician Wellness scores better on value (4.3/5 vs 3.8/5)
Nova Physician Wellness
$200/mo
starting price
8 locations in the DC metro area with board-certified obesity medicine physicians. Accepts insurance including Medicare.
PlushCare
$20/mo
starting price
Full-service virtual primary care with board-certified doctors prescribing brand-name GLP-1s and insurance billing.
Nova Physician Wellness vs PlushCare: Full Comparison
| Nova Physician Wellness | PlushCare | |
|---|---|---|
| ClearScore | 76/100 ✓ | 70/100 |
| Overall Rating | 4.5/5 ✓ | 4/5 |
| Review Count | 112 | 174 ✓ |
| Starting Price | $200/mo | $20/mo ✓ |
| Medications | Compounded Semaglutide, Compounded Tirzepatide | Branded Semaglutide, Branded Tirzepatide, Branded Liraglutide, Contrave ✓ |
| Telehealth | No | Yes |
| Insurance | Accepted | Accepted |
| HSA/FSA | Accepted | Accepted |
| Founded | 2005 | 2014 |
| States Served | 3 states | All 50 states |
Programs & Pricing
Nova Physician Wellness Programs
Medical Weight Loss
From $200/mo
Medications: Compounded Semaglutide, Compounded Tirzepatide
- Medication
- Clinician Support
- Body Composition Analysis
PlushCare Programs
Weight Loss Program
$19.99/mo + consults + medication
Medications: Branded Semaglutide, Branded Tirzepatide, Branded Liraglutide
- Membership Access
- Prescription Discount Card
- Provider Messaging
Ratings Breakdown
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The Bottom Line
Nova Physician Wellness edges out PlushCare with a ClearScore of 76 vs 70. PlushCare is more affordable starting at $20/mo compared to $200/mo. For customer support, Nova Physician Wellness rates higher (4.6/5). The best choice depends on your priorities, medication preferences, and budget.