The two parts of the cost
The most useful thing to understand is that weight-loss telehealth pricing in Australia almost always splits into two separate parts, and many people only notice the first one when they compare services.
Part one
The service fee
A consultation fee or an ongoing subscription that covers the practitioner assessment, follow-ups and ongoing support. Medical telehealth is usually structured as a subscription because weight management is ongoing rather than a single visit.
Part two
Any medicine, separately
If a practitioner assesses that a prescription medicine is appropriate, it is typically billed separately by the pharmacy that dispenses it. This is not included in the headline service fee, so it is the part that is easiest to overlook when comparing.
Because of this split, a low advertised service fee does not tell you the full story. When you compare two services, you are really comparing the service fee plus any medicine cost together, and both can change over time.
Why there is no single “Moshy cost” we can print
People often search for an exact Moshy price, and it is a fair thing to want. The honest position is that there is no single fixed figure that applies to everyone. The total depends on what a practitioner assesses as appropriate for your individual situation, and both service fees and medicine prices move over time. Any page confidently quoting one guaranteed dollar figure is likely to be out of date, or to be presenting an assumption as a fact.
The reliable number is the one shown to you inside the Moshy flow itself, after the assessment and before you pay. That is by design: the cost is tied to what is actually suitable for you, not a one-size-fits-all sticker price. You can read more about how the service runs end to end in our independent Moshy review, and see how Moshy sits against other providers in our roundup of the best weight-loss telehealth in Australia.
What drives the price up or down
A few factors shape what you end up paying, and understanding them helps you compare like with like:
- •Subscription versus one-off. Medical telehealth usually runs as a recurring subscription that bundles ongoing practitioner support. A one-off consult with a GP is priced differently and may attract a Medicare rebate.
- •Whether a medicine is involved. If a practitioner assesses that a prescription medicine is appropriate, that cost sits on top of the service fee. If it is not appropriate for you, that part does not apply.
- •What support is included. Some services bundle coaching, check-ins and messaging into the fee. More support generally means a higher service price, which may or may not be worth it for you.
- •Billing cycle and cancellation. Monthly versus longer billing periods change the headline number. Always check how cancellation works before you commit, not after.
- •Medicare and insurance. Depending on your circumstances, a consult may attract a rebate, but subscriptions and medicines are typically not fully covered. Coverage is individual.
If any medicine in your plan is an injectable, our page on weight-loss injections in Australia and our guide to GLP-1 weight loss in Australia explain that side of the category. Remember that any medicine is prescription-only and only supplied after a practitioner assessment.
How to get an accurate cost for you
The dependable way to find out what you would actually pay is to start the eligibility check with the service you are considering. A practitioner assesses your situation, and the applicable cost is confirmed to you before you commit. With Moshy, the eligibility check is free to complete, so you can see the process and the numbers that apply to you without paying anything up front, and without being obligated to proceed. If you would rather understand the practitioner side first, our guide to the online weight-loss doctor process walks through what a consult involves.
See the cost that applies to you
Rather than guessing from a generic figure, complete Moshy's free eligibility check and the applicable cost is confirmed to you inside the flow, after a practitioner assessment and before you pay. About ten minutes, no obligation.
Check your eligibility on MoshyFrequently asked questions
How much does weight-loss telehealth cost in Australia?+
Pricing varies between services and changes over time, so there is no single fixed figure. Cost is usually made up of two parts: a consultation or subscription fee for the telehealth service, and the separate cost of any medicine that is dispensed. The exact amount is confirmed during your consult, once a practitioner has assessed what, if anything, is appropriate for you. This page is general information, not medical or financial advice.
How much does Moshy cost?+
Moshy's pricing is confirmed during the eligibility and consult process, because the total depends on the plan a practitioner considers appropriate for you. As with most Australian weight-loss telehealth, the cost typically separates the service or subscription from any medicine that is dispensed. We do not quote a fixed Moshy price here because prices change and are individual. The current figure is shown to you within the Moshy flow before you commit to anything.
Is the medication included in the telehealth subscription?+
Usually not. Most Australian weight-loss telehealth services separate the two: you pay for the service, consult or subscription, and any medicine that is prescribed is billed separately by the pharmacy that dispenses it. This matters when you are comparing services, because a low headline service fee does not include medicine cost. Always read the full cost breakdown before signing up.
Is weight-loss telehealth covered by Medicare?+
Coverage depends on your individual circumstances and the specific service. Some telehealth consultations may attract a Medicare rebate in certain situations, but the subscription and any weight-management medicine are typically not fully covered. Private health insurance coverage varies by policy. Check with the service and your insurer for current details. This is general information, not financial advice.
Why can't you give me an exact price?+
Because there isn't one fixed price that applies to everyone. The total depends on what a practitioner assesses as appropriate for you, and both service fees and medicine prices change over time. Any page quoting a single guaranteed figure would likely be out of date or misleading. The reliable number is the one shown to you inside the service's own flow, after assessment and before you pay.
Are there ongoing or subscription costs?+
Weight management is generally ongoing rather than a one-off, so most medical telehealth services run on a subscription or recurring model that includes practitioner support and follow-up. Any medicine is usually an additional, separate cost. Before committing, check the billing cycle, what is included, and how cancellation works, ideally before you sign up rather than after.
How do I find out what it will actually cost me?+
Start the eligibility check with the service you are considering. A practitioner assesses your situation, and the applicable cost is confirmed to you before you commit. Moshy's eligibility check is free to complete, so you can see how the process works without paying anything up front. Completing it does not obligate you to proceed.
Does Refer Labs set or control these prices?+
No. Refer Labs is an independent comparison publisher. We explain how pricing generally works and link out to services, including a disclosed affiliate link to Moshy. We do not set prices, cannot quote your individual cost, and nothing here is medical or financial advice. Confirm current pricing directly with the service.
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This page is published by Refer Labs, an independent comparison publisher, and contains a disclosed affiliate link to Moshy, which means we may earn a commission if you sign up through our link. Commissions never change what we write. All content is for general information only and does not constitute medical or financial advice. Prices vary between services and change over time, and any prescription medicine in Australia is supplied only after individual assessment by a registered practitioner who decides suitability. Confirm current pricing directly with the service, and consult a qualified health professional before starting any treatment. See our editorial standards.