Ro Review

Yes. Ro is a US-licensed telehealth platform founded in 2017 (originally as Roman) and has prescribed millions of medications across the US. Ro uses board-certified clinicians licensed in each state where it operates and ships medication from licensed compounding and specialty pharmacies. Patient reviews are mostly positive on Trustpilot and Reddit, with the most common praise being for the structured Ro Body Program and the most common complaint being communication response times.

Ro can prescribe brand-name GLP-1 medications like Wegovy and Zepbound when clinically appropriate and covered by insurance. For cash-pay patients, Ro also offers compounded semaglutide as a more affordable alternative.

The Ro Body Program is Ro's structured weight loss program that includes GLP-1 medication, metabolic lab testing, video or async provider consultations, and ongoing support throughout your treatment. It is one of the more comprehensive programs in the telehealth GLP-1 space.

Ro accepts select insurance plans for brand-name medications like Wegovy and Zepbound. Compounded medications are typically out-of-pocket. Insurance eligibility is checked during the intake process.

Ro typically scores 8.3/10 in editorial reviews (versus Hims at 8.0, PlushCare at 8.5, and Henry Meds at 7.5). Ro is generally rated higher for its structured Body Program and insurance navigation, while competitors like Henry Meds and GobyMeds score better on simplicity and price. See our Ro vs PlushCare and Ro vs Sesame comparisons for detailed breakdowns.

Ro pricing for compounded GLP-1 weight loss medications starts at $149 per month and ranges up to $499 per month depending on dose and program tier. Brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound through Ro typically costs $700-$1,200 per month plus visit fees, though insurance can reduce this significantly.