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How much is a testosterone pill?

Testosterone tablets can pricey–anywhere from $100 to $300 a month. Hone offers medications that are alternatives to testosterone, including Clomid and Anastrozole. These medications can treat symptoms and increase testosterone, without impacting fertility like TRT can (see risks below).

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How Much Does TRT Cost?

One reason why men are apprehensive about TRT is its potential cost. That’s a valid concern—money doesn’t go as far as it used to and healthcare is notoriously expensive. But the costs associated with TRT can vary, and they may not be as expensive as you think. Testosterone replacement therapy is effective, and the costs associated with it depend on a number of factors:

Your type of treatment/medication and the materials (like syringes) necessary to administer

Whether there’s a generic, more affordable version of the medication

Your dosage—if you require a greater quantity of treatment, it will likely cost more

How severe your symptoms are

How long you need treatment

Your location—the cost of living varies throughout the United States

Your pharmacy—there may be additional costs associated with your prescription

Insurance plans

The best way to break down the costs is to list what treatment generally entails.

Blood Tests and Lab Work Costs

Assessing your hormones can be pricey, especially since the ensuing treatment is tailored to address specific hormonal deficiencies. Also factor in location: if you’re getting the test done in a lab or doctor’s office you might have a copay, which isn’t a factor if you collect your own sample and mail it to a lab. A full, 8-hormone panel can cost as much as $800; some labs quote as much as $1,500 for a comprehensive range of tests that aren’t covered by insurance. Performing at-home testing is a considerably more affordable option. However, it can still run anywhere from $80 to $350. Hone’s at-home hormone assessment costs $45, and it includes all of the materials necessary for you to collect a blood sample and mail it to a partner lab. Hone’s partner labs are accredited by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and, where applicable, by the College of American Pathologists (CAP). A lab’s accreditation means that it meets or exceeds all federal testing standards managed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Medical Services Costs

Once the lab comes back with your results, you’ll schedule an appointment and have a video consultation with a physician that’s affiliated with Hone. (As we mentioned earlier, the cost of this appointment is included with the $45 at-home hormone assessment.) Hone’s doctors specialize in endocrinology, urology, internal medicine and hormone replacement therapy. They will review all results with you and determine if you’re a viable candidate for TRT. If you qualify for treatment, your physician will create a personalized plan and explain everything you need to know, including what to expect and any potential side effects of risks. If you choose to undergo TRT through Hone, you’ll enroll in a subscription plan that costs $120/month, plus the cost of medication (more on that below). Your subscription plan includes:

Free at-home monthly delivery of TRT medications and materials necessary for self-administering

2-day Fedex priority shipping on all orders filled through our partner pharmacies

On-going medical support from our physician team

On-going follow-up lab panels (at-home or on-site)

On-going follow-up consultations with your physician (scheduled every three months)

It’s worth pointing out that the costs related to these services, much like those with blood and lab work, can range depending on factors like medication and dosage, location, and insurance eligibility. Regardless of whether you choose Hone for your hormone optimization needs, do your research before settling on a company.

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