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Menopause telehealth in California

40 providers licensed in California.

Telehealth prescribing

Async chat / form prescriptions allowed.

HRT & Medicaid

Medicaid covers FDA-approved HRT for eligible patients.

GLP-1 & Medicaid

Medicaid covers GLP-1 for weight loss for eligible patients.

Telehealth law summary

California allows asynchronous telehealth prescribing when an existing patient-provider relationship is established. Out-of-state providers need a California medical license. Medi-Cal covers FDA-approved HRT and (as of 2024 expansion) GLP-1 medications for eligible patients meeting clinical criteria.

Estimate cost for providers in California

Compare estimated monthly cost across treatment paths: menopause HRT · PCOS · GLP-1.

Providers serving California

By category in California

Frequently asked questions

Can I get menopause or HRT care through telehealth in California?
Yes. California permits asynchronous (chat- or questionnaire-based) prescribing for many treatments, so some providers can issue a prescription without a live video visit. A clinician licensed to practice in California still reviews your intake first.
Does Medicaid in California cover hormone replacement therapy?
As of our last review, California Medicaid covers FDA-approved hormone replacement therapy for eligible patients. Coverage still depends on your eligibility category, the specific product, and any prior-authorization rules, so confirm current details with your plan.
Is HRT available to California residents through an online provider?
Hormone replacement therapy is available by prescription throughout the United States, including California. To treat a California resident, a telehealth provider must use a clinician licensed for the state, and California specifically requires that the prescribing clinician hold an in-state license. The clinician evaluates whether HRT is appropriate for you before prescribing.
Does California Medicaid cover GLP-1 medication for weight loss?
As of our last review, California Medicaid covers GLP-1 medication for weight loss for eligible patients. Prior-authorization and step-therapy requirements commonly apply, so confirm the current criteria with your plan.
How many telehealth providers serve California?
Our directory currently lists 40 active telehealth providers licensed to serve California residents. We refresh this list as providers change their state coverage, so check each provider's own site to confirm current availability before you sign up.

Last verified: 5/14/2026