How the Body membership works
Today
Answer health questions and complete your online visit
Share your health history and weight loss goals with us to get started for $45. A Ro-affiliated provider will review your answers and get back to you within a few days. Depending on your health review, a provider may order a metabolic lab test (included in the cost of the program) before moving forward with treatment.
Typically within one week
Provider writes an Rx (if appropriate)
After reviewing your results, your provider will determine if you’re eligible for medication. If you are, they’ll tailor a program with prescription treatment best suited to your unique biology.
Can take several weeks
Try to get insurance coverage
If you'd like to try to use insurance, our concierge partner connects with your insurance company to help get the cost of medication covered. Here’s how they’ll do it:
Liaise with your insurance: We know this can be a headache, so the team will take care of communicating with your insurance company. They’ll even handle the paperwork.
Explore every option: The team will look into the medication options that are right for you. If you get denied for one medication, they’ll look for other options that are clinically appropriate for you.
Find solutions to get you started: If your insurance doesn’t cover the cost of your medication, the team will see if there are patient access programs that would help reduce your out-of-pocket cost.
If you want to explore cash pay options, they’ll help you figure out the available options in your area.
Varies by pharmacy
Get medication
If you’re prescribed Zepbound vials or compounded semaglutide, your medication will typically ship to you in 1-4 days. If you're prescribed a GLP-1 pen, you’ll get your prescription from your preferred pharmacy. At this point, your $145/mo membership begins and you’ll unlock all of the ongoing support you’ll need during treatment.
You’re on your way
Ongoing care and support
We’re with you every step of the way, from your first shot to your first weight loss win. You’ll have everything you need during treatment, including on-demand provider access via video or messaging, medication management, and ongoing refill support.
Thousands of people are losing weight with GLP-1 medications
Hear from real Ro members who are hitting their weight loss goals through the Body Program. These Body Program members were paid for sharing their stories.
“I’ve had some pretty amazing success. I’m down 15 pounds and I couldn’t be happier."
Sonia, Ro Member
“It's really helping handle my cravings better, which is what I really like about this program."
James, Ro Member
“It was like a switch once I started the medication, I just wasn’t so obsessed with food.”
Chaleeta, Ro Member
Weight loss FAQs
How much does the Body membership cost?
For branded GLP-1 medication, it’s $45 for your initial health and medication consult, then a membership cost of $145/month for ongoing treatment support. Your monthly membership starts when your prescription is sent to your pharmacy.
Please note that branded GLP-1 medication is billed separately and not covered in the membership cost. Medication cost will depend on your treatment and personal insurance coverage.
However, if you’re prescribed compounded semaglutide, your first month on the Body membership will total $194, inclusive of both the medication and membership cost. After your first month, your ongoing monthly costs will total $399 (inclusive of both medication and membership fee).
Do you accept insurance?
Insurance concierge services for the cost of medications are provided through the Body membership. Our partners will work directly with your insurance provider to help with the process of determining coverage for your GLP-1 medication, which is paid for separately from your membership. Ro does not accept insurance for the Body membership, which is cash pay only.
At this time, those with any form of government healthcare coverage (including programs such as Medicare, Medicare Supplement Plans, Medicaid or TRICARE), whether primary or secondary, are not eligible for the Body membership. These plans typically do not cover the type of medication the Body membership may prescribe. Unfortunately, this means that those on Medicare or eligible for Medicare cannot join the Body membership.
Federal employees who receive their health insurance through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program (FEHB) may participate in the Body membership.
How much does metabolic testing cost?
If your provider orders a metabolic health test, testing at any Quest location is included in the cost of the Body membership. Or you can purchase an at-home blood collection kit through Ro for $75.
If you live in a state where Quest is not available, we’ll automatically send you an at-home collection kit for no charge.
What if my insurance doesn’t cover the medication?
More people are covered for GLP-1s than you think – nearly half of all Ro members have insurance coverage. If your insurance will not cover the cost of your medication for some reason, you have options.
You could pay cash for the medication you were prescribed (typically $900–$1,600/month, depending on the medication). You can also choose to pay cash for Zepbound vials or switch to compounded semaglutide (from $399-$549 depending on medication and dose). Both of these are in stock and typically able to ship within 1-4 days once prescribed.
The last option is to cancel your Body membership. Given the cost of initial diagnostics, ongoing provider support, and insurance assistance, we are unable to offer refunds for previously incurred monthly membership fees.
What can I expect after I sign up?
After you complete your online visit, a Ro-affiliated healthcare provider will review your answers and determine whether treatment may be right for you. Depending on your health review, your provider may ask you to take a metabolic lab test. If appropriate, your provider will discuss GLP-1 medication options and recommend a personalized treatment plan.