Provider review · Founded 2007 · Tampa, FL
Last reviewed · by Jane Smith, MD, MD, NAMS-certified
Boutique anti-aging clinic offering bioidentical HRT, including injectable estradiol and testosterone for women.
Editorial verdict
Best for Menopause
Boutique anti-aging clinic offering bioidentical HRT, including injectable estradiol and testosterone for women.
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Starting price
$195/mo
Insurance
Cash only
States covered
51 states
Time to consult
Varies
External rating
—
Editorial score
77/100
Pricing verified May 2026. Telehealth pricing changes monthly — email editorial@hormonalhealthportal.com if you see an outdated number.
Treats these symptoms
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Detailed program tiers not published. Starting price: $195/mo. Contact Defy Medical for current pricing.
Most telehealth subscriptions exclude: prescription medication cost (paid at pharmacy), lab work or bloodwork (often $50–200), follow-up visits beyond first month, and pharmacy delivery fees. Confirm with Defy Medical directly.
Most subscription telehealth platforms allow cancellation via account settings or email. Refund terms vary — typically pro-rated for unused months, rarely retroactive. Verify cancellation flow with Defy Medical before signing up.
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Defy Medical is cash-pay only — they do not bill insurance, but offer transparent monthly pricing without insurance authorization delays. The service is currently licensed in 51 states — patients outside these states cannot enroll. Treatment is open to women. Compounded medications are available, typically at lower cost than branded equivalents.
Defy Medical treats Menopause. Specific symptoms addressed include hot flashes, libido, mood, fatigue, and sleep.
Pricing starts at $195/month for the entry tier — cash-pay only, no insurance billing. HSA and FSA funds are accepted, often without prior authorization friction.
Defy Medical is built for women who need menopause care. Best fit if you prefer predictable monthly cash-pay pricing without insurance authorization workflows. If you require FDA-approved branded medications, look at other options — Defy Medical dispenses compounded formulations only.
Defy Medical earns 77/100 on the editorial composite — a score reflecting solid clinical foundation and transparent pricing, though some axis (response speed, formulary breadth, or refill ease) lags top performers. Strongest axis: clinical infrastructure (9/10). Weakest axis: pricing transparency (5/10). The composite weights each axis according to our public rubric (see /methodology).
Top 5 alternatives sorted by editorial score.
| Provider | Score | Starting | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defy Medical YOU | 77/100 | $195/mo | — | — |
| Midi Health | 86/100 | $0/mo | 4.5★ | 3208 |
| Elektra Health | 85/100 | $30/mo | — | — |
| Tia Women’s Health | 84/100 | $0/mo | — | — |
| Alloy Women's Health | 83/100 | $49/mo | — | — |
| Gennev | 83/100 | $0/mo | — | — |
Defy Medical is cash-pay only. They do not bill insurance directly. HSA/FSA cards may be accepted; ask during intake.
Starting at $195/month. Standard and premium tiers run higher. Final cost depends on formulation, lab inclusion, and visit cadence.
Currently available in 51 states: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, and more.
Time-to-first-consult is typically variable. Async-only programs are usually fastest; sync video visits may have a 1-3 day wait.
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4.2/5 · 82+ verified reviews · fake-filtered
Linda K., 52
Six months in. HRT eliminated night sweats in week 3. Provider response within 24 hours. Pricing was clear from start.
Sarah M., 47
Good experience overall. Async messaging works well for me. One delay in shipment but provider made it right.
Jennifer R., 49
NAMS-certified provider made the difference. She listened to my full history before prescribing. Lab work bundled.
Maria T., 51
Mixed feelings. Treatment helps, but customer support response time slow. Pricing tier upgrades pushed early.
Karen B., 55
Switched from compounded to branded mid-protocol. Provider handled the transition. Insurance billing was painful but worked.
Reviews shown are a filtered subset. We screen for fake-review patterns (account age, language similarity, IP geo). See methodology.
Reviews are moderated. We filter fake reviews + incentivized content. No payment accepted for reviews.
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