The direct-to-consumer health-care startup Ro launched a new free tool to help patients determine whether their insurance will cover a class of weight loss and diabetes medications called GLP-1s.Ro said it hopes its new tool will be able to help patients understand their coverage options so they can decide how to pursue weight loss, and it could also drive some patients to join the company's GLP-1 program.
The program also allows patients to meet monthly with a doctor and access an educational curriculum for weight management. It includes 24/7 messaging, one-on-one coaching with nurses and help with navigating insurance coverage. The tool also outlines next steps the patient can take, like getting started with Ro's GLP-1 program or sending a link with the findings to their doctor.
That means the patient"should be able to receive coverage without significant challenges," the sample report said.