GLP-1 Weight Loss Treatment
in Queens, NY
Open Water Rx LLC operates Surfbound Health, the company's current consumer telehealth brand. This page is an educational guide from Open Water Rx LLC to clinician-reviewed online GLP-1 weight loss care for eligible patients in Queens, New York. Compare semaglutide and tirzepatide, review eligibility and transparent pricing, and understand how local telehealth works. Enrollment is handled through Surfbound Health.
Quick answer
Yes — Open Water Rx provides online GLP-1 weight loss care in Queens, New York. Compounded semaglutide is $169/month and compounded tirzepatide is $219/month, both all-inclusive. An independent licensed provider reviews your intake, typically within 1–2 business days, and medication ships discreetly if prescribed. No insurance required.
Queens at a glance
GLP-1 Care in Queens, NY
Population
2,400,000+
County
Queens County
Region
New York City
State
New York (NY)
Price
$169/month
Provider review
Typically 1–2 business days
Shipping
Discreet, if prescribed
Eligibility
BMI 30+ (or 27+ with a related condition)
Pricing reflects current GLP-1 program rates and is subject to clinical appropriateness and regulatory change. Not all patients qualify.
Open Water Rx LLC operates Surfbound Health, the company's current consumer telehealth brand. This page is an educational resource from Open Water Rx LLC. Online intake, provider review, and treatment are handled through Surfbound Health, the company's primary enrollment destination.
Start with Surfbound HealthOnline Care in Queens
Online GLP-1 Care Designed for Queens Residents
From New York City to Manhattan, New York City residents share the same practical question, and in Queens the answer begins with a secure form rather than a waiting room. Whether you are in New York City or closer to Manhattan, nothing about the process changes — the intake is completed online. GLP-1 therapy is generally considered for adults with a BMI of 30 or higher, or a BMI of 27 or higher alongside a weight-related condition such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. Semaglutide acts on a single GLP-1 receptor pathway, while tirzepatide is a dual GIP/GLP-1 agonist that works on two; a licensed New York provider decides which, if any, is appropriate for you. For Queens patients the process is entirely remote: you complete a secure health evaluation, and a licensed provider assesses whether GLP-1 therapy is clinically appropriate for you. Plans are all-inclusive: provider review, medication if prescribed, and discreet shipping across Queens County, with no insurance required and no hidden add-ons. Because everything is remote, there is no front-desk queue and no travel time — the medical review is handled online by an independent licensed provider. Timelines differ from person to person in Queens — early appetite changes are common, and body-weight change tends to build over time as the plan is tuned. Treatment is not right for everyone, and your provider screens for contraindications before recommending anything at all. The same statewide rate applies in Queens as everywhere else in New York: semaglutide $169/mo, tirzepatide $219/mo. The first step for Queens residents is the secure online intake; everything after that is handled remotely by your provider.
Our process is straightforward: you complete a brief secure health intake from your Queens home or office, an independent licensed provider reviews your information within our standard review window, and if treatment is clinically appropriate, your medication ships discreetly to your Queens address. No waiting rooms. No insurance paperwork. No hidden fees. Just clear, upfront pricing and clinician-reviewed care. Available nationwide in all 50 states. Provider review required.
Pricing & Process
One Flat Monthly Price, Statewide
Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide are billed month to month at the same flat rate wherever you live in New York — no membership fee and no separate provider fee. Full details live on the shared pricing and process pages.
Eligibility
Who May Qualify for GLP-1 Treatment
BMI 30 or higher
Or BMI 27+ with a weight-related health condition such as hypertension or type 2 diabetes.
Age 18 or older
GLP-1 therapy through Open Water Rx is available to adults who meet clinical criteria.
Medically appropriate
No active pancreatitis, personal/family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma, or MEN 2.
New York resident
You must have a valid address in Queens or elsewhere in New York to receive shipped medication if prescribed.
Important: Final eligibility is determined solely by your independent licensed medical provider after reviewing your complete health history. Not all patients qualify. A prescription is never guaranteed. Open Water Rx does not manufacture, compound, or dispense medications.
Privacy & Delivery
Discreet Shipping If Prescribed
If your independent licensed provider determines that GLP-1 treatment is clinically appropriate and issues a prescription, your medication ships in plain, discreet packaging to your Queens address. No medical labels or brand names appear on the exterior.
Shipping is included in your plan price if prescribed. Delivery timelines vary based on the compounding pharmacy and your location within New York. All medications are prepared by independent, licensed compounding pharmacies operating under Section 503A of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.
Prescription issued
By your licensed provider if clinically appropriate
Pharmacy prepares order
At an independent licensed compounding pharmacy
Discreet packaging
Plain exterior, no medical branding visible
Delivery to Queens
Shipped to your New York address, tracking provided
New York Telehealth Compliance
Telehealth services for New York patients are provided by independent, New York-licensed physicians in compliance with New York Education Law § 6530 and applicable New York State Department of Health telehealth regulations. A valid patient-physician relationship is established through a clinical evaluation conducted via telehealth prior to any prescription. Informed consent is obtained and documented in accordance with New York law. All prescribing providers hold active New York medical licenses.
All prescribing providers hold active New York medical licenses. The online intake serves as the initial clinical evaluation. The reviewing provider will tell you whether a video visit or additional information is needed. Open Water Rx does not practice medicine; all clinical decisions are made by independent licensed providers.
Getting Care
Accessing Care from Queens
Statewide access
Open Water Rx serves eligible patients across New York via telehealth. With a valid NY address you can complete your intake from Queens — or anywhere else in the state. The New York-specific telehealth requirements are summarised in the compliance section above.
Visit the New York GLP-1 hub →Prepare for your remote visit
Have these ready before you begin the intake so the provider review is not delayed:
- A list of your current medications and dosages
- Your height and current weight
- Any relevant medical history
- A private spot with a reliable connection, in case a synchronous video visit is required
Get the bigger picture first
Before you start, compare what each program costs and confirm whether you qualify.
FAQ
Common Questions from Queens Patients
Yes. Open Water Rx provides fully online GLP-1 weight loss care for eligible patients in Queens and throughout Queens County. You complete a secure online health intake, an independent licensed provider reviews your eligibility, and if clinically appropriate, your compounded GLP-1 medication may ship discreetly to your Queens address. No clinic visit required in most cases. Some states may require a synchronous initial visit. Available nationwide in all 50 states.
No insurance required. Semaglutide programs are $169/mo and tirzepatide programs are $219/mo. Each plan includes provider review, prescription if approved, shipping if prescribed, and ongoing support. Pricing and availability are subject to clinical appropriateness and regulatory change.
Injectable tirzepatide is $219/month. Semaglutide programs are $169/month. All plans include the independent provider review, your prescription if clinically appropriate, discreet shipping if prescribed, and ongoing support. No separate medication charge. No hidden fees. Pricing and availability are subject to clinical appropriateness and regulatory change.
No. A prescription is never guaranteed. All prescribing decisions are made by independent licensed medical providers based solely on your individual health profile and clinical appropriateness. Not all patients qualify. Your provider will review your complete health history before making any recommendation.
Yes. If your independent licensed provider determines that GLP-1 treatment is clinically appropriate and issues a prescription, your medication ships discreetly from a licensed compounding pharmacy to your Queens address. Shipping is included in your plan price if prescribed. Delivery timelines vary by pharmacy and location within New York.
No. Compounded semaglutide and compounded tirzepatide are not FDA-approved finished drug products. They have not been evaluated by the FDA for safety, efficacy, or quality. These medications are prepared by independent, licensed compounding pharmacies operating under Section 503A of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. They are prescribed only when an independent licensed medical provider determines individual clinical appropriateness — not simply as a lower-cost alternative to branded drugs. Open Water Rx does not manufacture, compound, or dispense medications.
The process is simple: (1) Complete a secure 5-minute online health evaluation at any time. (2) An independent licensed provider reviews your case. (3) If clinically appropriate, a personalized prescription is issued. (4) Your medication ships discreetly to your Queens address. (5) Ongoing follow-up support is included. Some states require a synchronous video visit for the initial prescription. Provider review timelines vary.
Open Water Rx serves patients throughout Queens County and all surrounding communities, including New York City, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Long Island, and across the entire state of New York. As long as you have a valid NY address, we can serve you where permitted by state law.
Open Water Rx facilitates access to compounded semaglutide programs for eligible patients in Queens. If your independent licensed provider determines semaglutide is clinically appropriate, a prescription may be issued for compounded semaglutide prepared by a licensed compounding pharmacy. Open Water Rx does not manufacture, compound, or dispense medications. Plans are $169/mo and include provider review, prescription if approved, and shipping if prescribed.
Open Water Rx facilitates access to compounded tirzepatide programs for eligible patients in Queens. Compounded tirzepatide is a dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist that has demonstrated significant weight loss in clinical trials with FDA-approved formulations. If clinically appropriate, your provider may prescribe compounded tirzepatide from a licensed compounding pharmacy. Injectable tirzepatide is $219/month. Open Water Rx does not manufacture, compound, or dispense medications.
Open Water Rx facilitates access to compounded semaglutide and compounded tirzepatide — not branded Wegovy®, Ozempic®, Mounjaro®, or Zepbound®. Wegovy® (semaglutide) is manufactured by Novo Nordisk. Zepbound® and Mounjaro® (tirzepatide) are manufactured by Eli Lilly. Compounded versions are prepared by independent, licensed compounding pharmacies and are not equivalent to or interchangeable with those branded drugs. Open Water Rx has no affiliation with Novo Nordisk or Eli Lilly. All clinical decisions are made by independent licensed providers.
The process is fully online: (1) Complete a secure 5-minute health intake at any time from your Queens home or office. (2) An independent licensed provider reviews your eligibility — typically within 1–2 business days. (3) If semaglutide or tirzepatide is clinically appropriate, a personalized prescription is issued. (4) Your compounded medication ships discreetly to your Queens address from a licensed compounding pharmacy. (5) Ongoing follow-up support is included in your plan. Some states require a synchronous video visit for the initial prescription. Available nationwide in all 50 states. Provider review timelines are not guaranteed.
Compounded semaglutide programs are $169/month. Compounded tirzepatide programs are $219/month. Injectable tirzepatide is $219/month. All plans include the independent provider review, your prescription if clinically appropriate, discreet shipping if prescribed, and ongoing support. No separate medication charge. No hidden fees. No insurance required. Pricing and availability are subject to clinical appropriateness and regulatory change.
Both brands are operated by Open Water Rx LLC. Surfbound Health is our current brand for online enrollment; this site provides program, pricing and support information.
Yes. If you are already taking compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide from another provider, you can transfer your care to Open Water Rx. At the end of signup, list your current medication and dose in the doctor-notes field and note whether you want to keep that dose or discuss increasing it. We can match your existing dose when clinically appropriate. Your prescribing provider makes the final call. Switching is month-to-month with no membership fee and no separate provider fee, and your medication ships discreetly to your Queens, NY address if prescribed.
Start Your GLP-1 Journey in Queens
Complete your secure online intake and a licensed clinician will review your case. Prescriptions issued only when clinically appropriate. Discreet shipping included if prescribed.
No insurance required. No hidden fees.
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