Forward

• Membership Cost and Coverage
• Membership Commitment
• The Forward Method
• Independent of Insurance

Membership Cost and Coverage

Forwards memberships are just $149 per month. That's it. No hidden fees, copays, or surprise bills after a doctor's visit. 

Even though Forward's membership fees are incredibly low, patients still receive a broad range of coverage, including the following:

• Unlimited doctors visits — in-person and virtual visits
• Biometrics monitoring — sensors for vitals monitoring including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse oximetry
• 24/7 messaging — questions are answered by a Forward doctor and a dedicated care team member anytime, anywhere
• Blood testing — cholesterol, heart health, kidney and liver function, hemoglobin, and more
• Genetic analysis — genetic testing and counseling for health risks including cancer, heart disease, diabetes
• Skin cancer screening — comprehensive physical exam for skin cancer and advanced monitoring over time
• Mental health support — mental health check-ins, consults with your doctor and prescription guidance
• Men's health — preventive screening for prostate health, STI testing, and more
• Women's health — pap smears, pelvic exams, birth control counsel, STI testing, and more
• Prescription delivery — medications delivered to your home, scheduled via the Forward app
• Vaccines — travel, seasonal, and standard vaccines are included
• COVID-19 testing — onsite and at drive-thru locations

Membership Commitment

If you're looking into signing up with Forward, keep in mind that the membership has a six-month commitment.

But after the first six months, the membership switches to a simple month-to-month agreement, and there is no cancelation penalty.

The Forward Method

After signing up for Forward's membership, patients can either do their first visit in-person or virtually. The first visit includes a scan of your biometrics with a Body Scanner. The scan captures information such as your body temperature, weight, pulse oximetry, and more. The results are then delivered to a doctor instantly.

If a patient can't visit one of the offices, Forward will send members a Sensor Kit to capture important metrics for their doctor. 

After reviewing the patient information, patients will work with their doctor to discuss goals, ask questions, and prioritize areas for improvement. Each patient will receive a personalized plan that allows patients to monitor their progress and proactively check-in along the way.

In between appointments, members can track their mental health, monitor their skin for early-stage cancers, and more. 

Whether in-person or virtually, Forward simplifies the healthcare process by making it much easier for patients to get in touch with their doctor and devise an evidence-based plan that works with their lifestyle. 

Independent of Insurance

Anyone can sign up for Forward's healthcare membership. The company believes that everyone deserves high-quality care (whether they have insurance or not). And while insurance is not required, Forward states that a number of members use Forward as a complement to their insurance. 

Forward's preventive approach to healthcare ensures that the majority of day-to-day needs are covered, and insurance is used for things like specialist visits, hospitalizations, or ongoing medications. 

However, those without insurance don't need to worry, as Forward promises the same flat monthly rate, with no hidden fees or unexpected bills. Additionally, Forward's Care Team will explain all treatment costs and let its patients know if a recommended service is not included. That way, they can decide how they want to proceed.

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• No Imaging Services
• Site Locations and Accessibility

No Imaging Services

Currently, Forward does not provide imaging services (scans, x-rays, MRIs, etc.). However, if this service is needed, your Forward doctor will order the imaging at a separate location, and if you have insurance, it will be billed through your insurance. 

Site Locations and Accessibility

At the end of 2019, Forward has eight physical locations. The sites are currently located in downtown San Francisco; Century City's Westfield Mall in Los Angeles; Fashion Island Mall in Newport Beach; The Americana in Glendale; Flatiron in New York City; Midtown in New York City; Penn Quarter in Washington, D.C.; and Westfield UTC in San Diego.

However, just because you don't live near one of the physical locations doesn't mean you shouldn't sign up. Patients have access to a doctor and care team 24/7 via the Forward app. 

Forward even states that some of its members come in from out of town for their Baseline and rely on remote care via the app. However, this could get expensive for patients who live out of state and have to pay for flights, hotels, gas, and other traveling expenses.