FORM is a medical weight loss solution. We prescribe FDA-approved medications, as appropriate, along with personalized support from weight loss experts to help you achieve your weight loss and health goals.

The FORM program is delivered entirely through telehealth - none of the hassle of office visits! You’ll have monthly video visits with your FORM doctor and Registered Dietitian, support from your team through messaging and access to educational tools through the FORM app. 

We accept most major private insurances and Medicare. Your doctor's visits, labs and medications will be billed through insurance.

How is FORM different from other weight loss options?

You must have a BMI of 30+ or 27+ with weight-related health risks.

You must have a Primary Care Physician and have visited them within the last 12 months.

Certain medical conditions are not compatible with the FORM program. We will inquire about these during the enrollment process. For your medical safety, it’s important that you provide accurate and complete information at all times.

After completing the enrollment process, we have a few simple onboarding steps before you meet your FORM care team: 

1.) Provide insurance information, medical records, and medical release, 

3.) Schedule your first video visits with your FORM doctor and Registered Dietitian. 

As part of the enrollment process, we will request your medical records and have you sign a medical release so we can share information with your primary care physician (PCP). It’s important that your FORM doctor has access to your medical records and PCP so he/she can provide high quality, safe and coordinated medical care. 

How will my care team know about my medical history?

With FORM, you will eat real foods available in regular grocery stores—not expensive, pre-packaged diet meals. Our healthy eating approach focuses on lean proteins, fruits, vegetables, dairy, and beneficial starches and fats. The goal is to teach you how to form healthy, sustainable habits.

No, FORM appointments are delivered entirely through telehealth, so you won’t have any of the hassles of office visits! FORM does not have any physical locations, but offers weight loss management in 46 states. You’ll have frequent video visits with your FORM physician and regular visits with your Registered Dietitian, support from your team through messaging, and access to educational tools through the FORM app. 

Telehealth weight loss programs have been found to increase adherence to the program given the ease of scheduling and attending appointments. Increased adherence leads to increased success. 

Does FORM also offer in-person appointments?

You  do not need a doctor referral to complete enrollment at FORM. However, it is possible you would need a doctor's referral to have your care covered by insurance, if that is something that your insurance requires. If you need a referral, we will help you obtain it after you sign up. 

We do require that people who enroll in FORM have an active relationship with a Primary Care Professional.  We will be in communication with their office once you sign up in order to obtain medical records, which is part of ensuring that we get to know you and your medical history very well, and critical to ensuring your safety. We also feel that it is important for your primary care provider to be informed on all aspects of your health, so we will provide them with regular updates on your participation in our practice and medical care we are providing.

Do I need a doctor referral to enroll in your program?

FORM is a medical weight loss program delivered entirely through telehealth. While telehealth is a great way to deliver medical care, especially medical weight loss, it limits our ability to perform a physical examination, an important component for evaluating overall health. 

We require you to have had a primary care visit in the last 12 months to ensure that you have a recent, complete evaluation of your health. When you join FORM, you will sign a medical records release that allows us to obtain your most recent records from your Primary Care Provider. This information provides our physicians with the comprehensive information they need in order to safely provide you with a treatment plan. 

We also require you to have an ongoing relationship with a PCP in the event that we identify issues during your weight loss journey that are not directly related to your metabolic health. In those cases, we need to work closely with your PCP to be sure you get the evaluation and treatment you need. Communicating and partnering with your primary care team is a way to provide you with coordinated, safe and comprehensive care of the highest caliber.

Why do I need to have a Primary Care Provider prior to enrolling?

At FORM, you must have a body mass index (BMI) ≥30 kg/m2 or ≥27 kg/m2 with a weight-related medical problem. Weight-related medical problems include type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. This is based on guidelines for prescribing FDA-approved weight loss medications, a part of the FORM program.

Why are there BMI restrictions for enrollment?

FORM was founded in 2019 and launched its services in 2020 to expand access to expert medical care for patients living with excess weight.

FORM doctor visits, lab tests, and medications costs are covered by most major private insurances and Medicare. You will be responsible for any copay or deductible, just as you would for an in-person doctor visit. 

If you do not have insurance or your insurance does not cover the FORM program, we offer a self-pay plan for $199 per month that covers your FORM doctor visits in addition to appointments with your Registered Dietitian, unlimited messaging and access to the FORM platform. You are responsible for the cost of any lab work and medications. The self-pay plan monthly fee is HSA/FSA eligible.

The “patient responsibility” for your FORM doctor visit will vary depending on your health plan. You will be responsible for any copay or deductible, just as you would for an in-office doctor visit.

How much will my FORM doctor appointments cost if my insurance is in-network?

FORM works with most major private health insurances and Medicare. If you have questions about your coverage, a FORM Care Advisor can help. Please call (617) 505-1520 or email billing@formhealth.co and our Care Advisor can verify your coverage on your behalf.  

How can I check if my insurance covers the telehealth visits with a FORM doctor?

FORM doctors can prescribe FDA-approved weight loss medications which are proven to result in meaningful weight loss by decreasing cravings and suppressing appetite. Your FORM doctor will evaluate your medical history and consider your weight loss and health goals to determine if medication is appropriate for you, and if so, which would be most effective.

FORM only prescribes FDA-approved medications. Safe use of weight loss medication requires regular medical monitoring, so active participation in our program is essential.

Will I be prescribed weight loss medication?

The FORM program is focused on helping patients achieve sustained weight loss.  When an individual has struggled to lose weight despite implementing lifestyle changes, FDA-approved medications may be considered. Most FORM health patients are prescribed medication. These medications are used in combination with lifestyle changes addressing nutrition, physical activity and mindset shifts.  Our expert team considers each patient’s unique medical history and personal needs before prescribing FDA-approved medication for weight loss. 

What is the role of medication in the FORM program?

Whether a medication is given in pill form or through injection depends on how well it can be absorbed by the body. Contrave® is a FDA-approved weight loss medication prescribed by Form doctors that is available in pill form, while Saxenda® and Wegovy® are administered as injections. Most patients find injectable medications are easy to use as they come in a pen form with a small needle. Injections are given into an area of fat (in the abdomen, outer thighs or back of the arms) just under the skin, not into a muscle or vein. Most patients experience little to no pain and occasionally have mild skin irritation or bruising. 

Contrave® is a registered trademark of Currax Pharmaceuticals LLC

Saxenda® and Wegovy® are registered trademarks of Novo Nordisk A/S

Are weight loss medications in pill form or injectable?

At FORM, patients have easy access to their doctors through chat messaging in the FORM app and at monthly video appointments. With any medication there is potential for side effects, and FORM doctors have experience managing them. If, however, it is determined that the current medication is not a good fit, your doctor will review alternatives as there are several FDA-approved medications that can be used for weight management.

What happens if I have questions or side effects from the medications?

Most FDA-approved weight loss medications work by changing chemical signals in the brain to reduce hunger and cravings thereby helping patients achieve lifestyle changes, like making healthier food choices and reducing portion sizes, that promote weight loss and ultimately maintain weight loss long term. These include medications such as Contrave, Saxenda, and Wegovy. Additionally, Saxenda and Wegovy have the effect of slowing digestion which can promote feelings of fullness.

How do these medications help people lose weight?

Medications are not a one-size-fits-all solution to weight loss and sometimes it can take time to find the right one. That is why at FORM you work one-on-one with a Board Certified Doctor who has specialized training and expertise in weight loss. Additionally, your doctor and Registered Dietitian work with you to understand if factors such as nutrition, environment, and other medications may be affecting your weight loss progress. You will meet with your Doctor and Registered Dietitian on a regular basis and so they can monitor your progress, and make changes to your plan if necessary.

What if the medication I am prescribed doesn’t work for me?

Medication costs will vary depending on your insurance plan and what is covered. Your FORM care team works diligently to review insurance coverage, submit prior authorizations, and advocate on your behalf.  If a particular first choice medication is not covered, your doctor may be able to recommend alternatives depending on a careful review of your medical history and what is deemed most appropriate to meet your health goals.

If you are not satisfied with the FORM program within 30 days, we will refund your monthly program fee. 

You can cancel your FORM membership at any time. Our cancellation policy is detailed in our Terms of Use policy. If you decide to cancel, your care team will help you create a transition plan, so you can continue to work on your health and weight loss goals, even if it’s not with us.

And of course, we are always here if you wish to rejoin!

Schedule a free 15-minute call with a Form Care Advisor. We're here to answer your questions and help you decide if Form is right for you.

How much does Form Health cost? Will insurance cover it? Is weight loss medication part of the program? Find our most common questions and answers here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Program

How is FORM different from other weight loss options?

How do I know if I qualify for FORM?

What can I expect after joining?

How will my care team know about my medical history?

What kind of foods will I be eating?

Does FORM also offer in-person appointments?

Do I need a doctor referral to enroll in your program?

Why do I need to have a Primary Care Provider prior to enrolling?

Why are there BMI restrictions for enrollment?

How long has FORM been in business?

Insurance

Will insurance cover this program?

How much will my FORM doctor appointments cost if my insurance is in-network?

How can I check if my insurance covers the telehealth visits with a FORM doctor?

Medication

Will I be prescribed weight loss medication?

What is the role of medication in the FORM program?

Are weight loss medications in pill form or injectable?

What happens if I have questions or side effects from the medications?

How do these medications help people lose weight?

What if the medication I am prescribed doesn’t work for me?

What is the cost of the medication?

Cancellation Policy

What is the 30 day refund policy?

What if I need to cancel?

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