Peptide therapy is a type of medical treatment that uses peptides, which are short chains of amino acids, to promote healing, slow aging, and enhance wellbeing. Peptides occur naturally in the body and supplementing with additional peptides can provide health benefits by stimulating rejuvenation and repair.
Some examples of peptides used in therapy include:
- BPC-157: Helps heal leaky gut, repair joints and tendons, and reduce inflammation.
- Thymosin Beta 4: Promotes tissue and wound healing. Helps repair skin, muscles, tendons, and the heart after injury.
- Semax: Boosts brain function, learning, and memory. Protects brain cells.
- AOD9604: Helps burn fat, build muscle, and boost metabolism.
- CJC-1295: Increases growth hormone production to enhance fat loss, healing, and muscle gains. Slows aging.
- Ipamorelin: Boosts growth hormone to increase muscle mass, bone density, and fat metabolism. Slows aging.
- MK-677: Mimics effects of growth hormone. Increases muscle mass, bone density, and fat metabolism.
Peptide therapy is considered a form of preventative or regenerative medicine, rather than a cure for specific diseases. For this reason, peptide treatments are usually not covered by health insurance in the USA. Peptides are not approved by the FDA for disease treatment, so insurance companies typically won't reimburse peptide therapies.
A few exceptions exist. For example, the peptide Exenatide is FDA-approved for treating type 2 diabetes. In this case, insurance may cover some of the cost of Exenatide shots or pens if prescribed by a doctor.
Certain other peptides like Plenity and Mounjaro are covered for weight loss treatment when prescribed. So in limited cases where a specific peptide drug is FDA-approved for a medical condition, insurance can apply.
But in general, most peptide supplements and therapies are not covered. This includes peptides prescribed at anti-aging or longevity clinics for reasons like muscle building, recovery, cognitive enhancement, libido, injury repair, or general wellness.
Since they are not medications, peptide supplements fall under vitamins and supplements, which aren't covered by insurance. The lack of regulation also means most peptide products are not approved for disease treatment or symptom management.
Some clinics offer financing programs to help offset the costs of peptide therapy. Programs like Humulin and Lilly Cares provide affordable payment options for certain peptides used to treat diabetes and growth hormone deficiency.
But patients mostly pay out-of-pocket for peptide treatments. Costs range widely, but a monthly regimen often falls in the range of $300 to $600 per month. Multi-peptide therapies might cost up to $1000 or more per month.
At Balance Hormone Center, we offer customized peptide treatment plans tailored to your unique health and wellness goals. Our expert medical team will evaluate your needs and craft a holistic therapy to help optimize your vitality and function.
We carry an extensive selection of highest quality pharma-grade peptides made in state-of-the-art GMP facilities. Balance Hormone Center also provides private consultations, personalized dosing guidance, and ongoing medical supervision throughout your peptide treatment journey.
We strive to make peptide therapy affordable for our clients. Balance Hormone Center offers savings programs, payment plans, and price match guarantees to help fit this innovative treatment into your health budget. We also periodically run special discounts and promotions for new clients.
Investing in preventative peptide therapies can reduce the need for future medications and medical interventions. When used under medical guidance, peptides promote the body's natural healing and restorative capacities safely, effectively, and without side effects.
Peptide therapy represents an exciting innovation in complementary medicine for enhancing health, function and quality of life. Balance Hormone Center makes it easier to realize the benefits of peptides despite the current lack of insurance coverage. Contact us today to find out how peptide treatment can help you meet your health goals.
