GLP-1 doctors in Providence, RI.
39 clinicians in the federal NPI registry near Providence, RI. Ask each office whether it prescribes a GLP-1 medication. A listing marked Affiliated is a practice our operator, C1V, manages.
Looking for one medication? See Ozempic in Providence, Wegovy in Providence, Mounjaro in Providence, or Zepbound in Providence.
NPI registry listings
- endocrinology / diabetes
- 13
- family medicine
- 14
- internal medicine
- 11
- nurse practitioners & PAs
- 1
Every listing comes from the federal NPI registry. A listing marked Affiliated is a practice our operator, C1V, manages.
Doctors near Providence, RI in the NPI registry
How this list is built: clinicians from the federal NPI registry (NPPES), mostly physicians plus some nurse practitioners and physician assistants, whose primary specialty fits weight care and whose registry record lists an address in Providence, RI. The registry does not confirm who prescribes GLP-1 medications, who is taking new patients, or which insurance an office accepts.
Community health · CDC
Weight & metabolic health in Rhode Island
Diagnosed diabetes reaches 10% of adults in Rhode Island.
- of Rhode Island adults have obesity
- 31.1%
- diagnosed diabetes
- 10%
Age-adjusted estimates for Rhode Island, community figures, not individual risk. CDC BRFSS 2024.
Getting healthier on a GLP-1 takes movement and food as much as the prescription. The local businesses below can help with both in Providence, RI.
Personal trainers and strength coaches near Providence, RI
A trainer builds the strength routine that protects muscle during fast weight loss.
Registered dietitians near Providence, RI
A registered dietitian builds the food plan around your prescription. Call to ask about GLP-1 nutrition plans and insurance.
383 W Fountain St # 115
830 Chalkstone Ave
Medicaid in Rhode Island covers GLP-1s for weight loss (prior authorization typical) (as of April 2026). Employer and private plans vary. Coverage details.
Questions about GLP-1 doctors in Providence, RI
How do I get a GLP-1 prescription (Ozempic, Wegovy) in Providence, RI?
A Rhode Island-licensed clinician who evaluates you decides whether an FDA-approved GLP-1 fits. Ozempic is approved for type 2 diabetes, and Wegovy for weight management. The 39 clinicians listed above come from the federal NPI registry. Ask each office what it prescribes. Telehealth rules vary by state.
What kind of doctor prescribes weight loss medication in Providence, RI?
The NPI registry records a specialty for each clinician but does not say who prescribes GLP-1 medications. Of the 39 clinicians listed near Providence, RI, it records 13 in endocrinology or diabetes, 14 in family medicine, 11 in internal medicine and 1 in nurse practitioners and PAs. Ask each office whether a clinician there prescribes and sees new patients.
Can I see a clinician by telehealth for Ozempic or Wegovy in Providence, RI?
Some Rhode Island clinicians see patients by video. The clinician must hold a Rhode Island license and must evaluate you before deciding whether an FDA-approved GLP-1 fits. Ask each office how it sees patients.
Do you need a prescription for GLP-1 medications in Providence, RI?
Yes. Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound all require a prescription from a licensed Rhode Island clinician. There is no legal over-the-counter GLP-1. The FDA advises patients to get a prescription from their doctor and fill it at a state-licensed pharmacy.
Medication pages for Providence, RI
Across Rhode Island: Ozempic in Rhode Island · Wegovy in Rhode Island · Mounjaro in Rhode Island · Zepbound in Rhode Island · Semaglutide in Rhode Island · Tirzepatide in Rhode Island
GLPHelper is an information and provider-matching service operated by C1V Technologies Inc. It is not a medical provider and does not give medical advice. Listings do not imply endorsement. Talk to a licensed clinician about whether GLP-1 therapy is right for you.