Get Diabetes Treatment Online

Managing diabetes requires consistent care, monitoring, and medication adjustments over time. With Galileo, you can connect with a licensed clinician through a secure phone or video visit to review your labs, symptoms, and treatment plan. Clinicians can prescribe or adjust medications such as metformin, GLP-1 receptor agonists, and other diabetes therapies, with prescriptions sent directly to your preferred pharmacy. Ongoing care is built into the app to support long-term diabetes management.
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Diabetes Medications Available Online

During your visit, a Galileo clinician will review your HbA1c, fasting glucose levels, cardiovascular risk factors, kidney function, and medication history before recommending treatment. Many patients benefit from a combination of medication and lifestyle changes.

Oral Medications:

Metformin: Often the first-line treatment for Type 2 diabetes
SGLT2 inhibitors: such as empagliflozin (Jardiance) and dapagliflozin (Farxiga)
DPP-4 inhibitors: such as sitagliptin (Januvia)
Sulfonylureas: including glipizide and glimepiride

Injectable Medications:

GLP-1 receptor agonists: such as semaglutide (Ozempic), dulaglutide (Trulicity), and liraglutide (Victoza)
Insulin: for qualifying patients with Type 2 diabetes or those with stable Type 1 diabetes management

Your clinician will recommend the medication and dosage based on your individual health profile and treatment goals.

Who Should Seek Diabetes Treatment?
Online diabetes care may be a good option for adults who need ongoing support in managing blood sugar levels.
Who Should Seek Diabetes Treatment?
Online diabetes care may be a good option for adults who need ongoing support in managing blood sugar levels.

This includes:

Patients with Type 2 diabetes who need medication adjustments or prescription refills
Individuals with prediabetes are looking for early intervention and lifestyle guidance
Patients with recent lab results are ready for clinician review
People seeking more convenient, ongoing care without frequent in-person visits

If your condition requires specialized care or advanced management, your clinician can guide you on the next steps.

How Online Diabetes Treatment Works With Galileo

Getting diabetes care through Galileo is designed to be consistent and easy to manage.
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Download the Galileo app and complete an intake covering your diabetes history, medications, symptoms, and lab results.
Download the Galileo app and complete an intake covering your diabetes history, medications, symptoms, and lab results.
Connect with a board-certified clinician through a phone or secure video visit. Review your labs, including HbA1c and glucose levels. If you have recent results, they can be evaluated during the visit.
Connect with a board-certified clinician through a phone or secure video visit. Review your labs, including HbA1c and glucose levels. If you have recent results, they can be evaluated during the visit.
If labs are needed,  your clinician can order bloodwork at a lab near you, with results reviewed in a follow-up visit.
If labs are needed,  your clinician can order bloodwork at a lab near you, with results reviewed in a follow-up visit.
If diabetic eye or foot exams are needed, your clinician can help guide you to the next steps.
If diabetic eye or foot exams are needed, your clinician can help guide you to the next steps.
Receive a treatment plan, which may include medication, lifestyle guidance, or both.
Receive a treatment plan, which may include medication, lifestyle guidance, or both.
Prescriptions are sent to your preferred pharmacy.
Prescriptions are sent to your preferred pharmacy.
Schedule follow-up visits to monitor HbA1c, adjust medications, and track your progress over time.

Your Trusted Medical Partner

Galileo provides ongoing support for diabetes management through the app. Clinicians are available 24/7 for prescription refills, lab reviews, medication adjustments, and long-term care planning.
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Why Choose Galileo for Online Diabetes Treatment

Managing diabetes requires ongoing attention. Galileo makes it easier to stay on track.
Clinician-led care: Board-certified clinicians review your labs and prescribe medications such as metformin, GLP-1s, and SGLT2 inhibitors when appropriate.
Lab and prescription management: Lab orders, results, and prescriptions are handled through the app.
Ongoing care model: HbA1c reviews, dose adjustments, and refills are built into your care plan.
Lifestyle support: Clinicians provide guidance on diet, activity, and habits that support blood sugar control.
24/7 access: Get support for questions, symptoms, or medication concerns anytime.

Diabetes Treatment Pricing With Galileo

Galileo works with many insurance plans, including employer-sponsored benefits, and your visit may be covered depending on your coverage. If you use insurance, your copay is determined by your specific plan.

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For patients paying out of pocket, Galileo offers simple pricing:

  • $49/month or $299/year membership
  • $10 per visit with membership
  • $109 single visit without membership

Prescription medication costs are separate and depend on your pharmacy and insurance coverage.

For patients managing diabetes long term, Galileo’s membership model supports regular follow-ups, lab result reviews, HbA1c monitoring, and prescription refills through the app—without the need for repeated in-person visits. This approach can make ongoing diabetes care more consistent and easier to manage.

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Download the Galileo app to connect with a clinician and discuss online depression treatment. Your clinician can evaluate your symptoms and recommend a personalized care plan.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Online Diabetes Treatment

Can an online doctor diagnose and treat diabetes?

A clinician can evaluate your symptoms, review lab results, and manage treatment through virtual visits. Diagnosis typically requires lab testing, which your clinician can order.

What types of diabetes can be managed through virtual care?

Virtual care can support the management of Type 2 diabetes and some patients with stable Type 1 diabetes. Your clinician will determine the best approach based on your condition.

Can a virtual doctor prescribe metformin?

Yes. If appropriate, a clinician may prescribe metformin and send it to your preferred pharmacy.

Can a virtual doctor prescribe insulin?

In some cases, yes. Clinicians may prescribe insulin for qualifying patients, particularly those already managing diabetes with insulin therapy.

Do I need blood work before my online diabetes visit?

If you have recent lab results, they can be reviewed during your visit. If not, your clinician can order the necessary tests and review results at a follow-up appointment.

Is online diabetes treatment covered by insurance?

Coverage depends on your insurance plan. Galileo works with many insurance providers, and copays vary based on your benefits.

How does online diabetes management compare to in-person care?

Virtual care can make it easier to schedule visits, review labs, and adjust treatment without frequent trips to a clinic. Your clinician can guide you if in-person care is needed.