Eligibility Screening

Eligibility Screening services offered in Baton Rouge, LA

Just 3% of eligible adults take semaglutide or tirzepatide for weight loss. At MetFit-Rx in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, weight loss specialists John Fudickar, PA, and Michael Duplechain, MD, offer eligibility screenings to determine if you’re a candidate for weight loss injections. Schedule a weight management evaluation by calling the office or booking a visit online today.

Eligibility Screening Q & A

What is an eligibility screening?

An eligibility screening at MetFit-Rx is an evaluation that determines if you’re a candidate for weight loss injections, such as semaglutide or tirzepatide. Your provider customizes a weight loss program based on your personalized needs, helping you achieve your ideal weight without feeling hungry or deprived.

Who is eligible for weight loss medications?

Individuals who are overweight or obese may be candidates for weight loss medications, especially if they have weight-related medical conditions like high blood pressure or high cholesterol. These medications aid in healthy weight management by reducing appetite and junk food cravings.

What happens during an eligibility screening?

The MetFit-Rx team uses specific criteria to determine which weight loss plan is best suited for you. They complete an initial medical consultation, including a metabolic evaluation. Your provider weighs you, determines your body mass index (BMI), checks your blood pressure and other vital signs, and completes a physical exam.

Lab testing can determine if you have high blood sugar, high cholesterol, high triglycerides, thyroid disease, or other weight-related health concerns. It also screens for hormone imbalances and nutritional deficiencies.

Your weight loss specialist discusses your goals, medical history, and treatment preferences to determine which weight loss solution is right for you. They create a plan that’s safe, effective, and sustainable long-term.

What can I expect after my weight loss eligibility screening?

MetFit-Rx offers custom weight loss programs that help you achieve short- and long-term goals. The practice integrates lifestyle support with clinical treatments and flexible options that take a safety-first approach.

If you’re eligible, you have access to semaglutide and tirzepatide injections, the active ingredients in well-known brands like Ozempic® and Mounjaro®, at competitive self-pay rates.

MetFit-Rx also offers convenient pharmacy services that include medication supply and shipping with access to compounded, medical-grade injections. The skilled team utilizes GLP-1 microdosing for safety and side-effect management. This minimizes your risk of nausea, constipation, and similar side effects.

Your weight management program also includes lab monitoring, health coaching, exercise plans, custom nutrition plans, and convenient follow-up care to track your progress over time.

Take advantage of eligibility screening to begin your weight loss journey at MetFit-Rx. Call the office or book an appointment online today.