Ro
One of the most recognized telehealth brands offering brand-name GLP-1 medications with insurance support and a streamlined process.
Our Take
Ro is the household name in telehealth GLP-1 prescriptions, and for users with insurance it's often the most cost-effective option. Their insurance billing is genuinely seamless — if your plan covers Wegovy or Zepbound, you'll pay your normal copay ($0-25 for most commercial plans with manufacturer savings cards stacked). The $99/mo self-pay option for brand-name medication is also competitive. The limitation is clear: Ro only prescribes FDA-approved brand-name drugs. If you want cheaper compounded alternatives or your insurance doesn't cover GLP-1s, you'll pay full brand-name prices. For insured users who want a trusted, established platform with fast prescriptions, Ro is hard to beat.
What We Like
- +The most recognized telehealth brand in GLP-1s — operating since 2017 with millions of patients served
- +Direct insurance billing with major carriers — with coverage, Wegovy or Zepbound can cost $0-25/mo copay
- +$99/mo self-pay starting price for brand-name medications, among the lowest for FDA-approved drugs
- +Same-day prescriptions common — streamlined intake means most patients get approved within hours
What Could Be Better
- −Brand-name only — no compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide, which means no cheaper generic alternatives
- −Without insurance, brand-name costs jump significantly ($299+/mo for Wegovy at higher doses)
Best For
Users with insurance who want brand-name medications from a trusted platform
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