Which provider is better:Everlywell or Marek Health Base?
Marek Health Base provides better value with 18.0 biomarkers per $100 spent, offering more comprehensive coverage for your investment.
However, the best choice depends on your specific health goals, budget, and which biomarkers are most important for your situation.
How much do Everlywell and Marek Health Base cost per year?
Everlywell costs $468 per year for 12,
while Marek Health Base costs $250 per year for 1.
The cost per test is $39
for Everlywell and $250
for Marek Health Base.
What biomarkers does Everlywell test that Marek Health Base doesn't?
Everlywell includes 16 unique biomarkers not found in Marek Health Base's panel.
These include TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone), Free T4 (Thyroxine), Free T3 (Triiodothyronine), and others.
Can I use insurance with Everlywell or Marek Health Base?
Both Everlywell and Marek Health Base are direct-to-consumer services that typically don't accept insurance.
However, you may be able to submit receipts to your insurance for reimbursement if you have out-of-network benefits,
or use HSA/FSA funds for payment. Check with your insurance provider and the testing companies for specific policies.
How often should I get blood work done?
Most health optimization experts recommend testing 2-4 times per year to establish baselines and track trends.
Everlywell includes 12 in their annual membership,
while Marek Health Base includes 1.
More frequent testing allows you to track the effectiveness of interventions and catch changes early.
Where can I get blood drawn for these tests?
Everlywell uses In-person + at-home,
while Marek Health Base uses Nationwide.
Both typically have thousands of collection centers nationwide. You'll schedule your blood draw through their platform after ordering.
