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Get your life back–and leave diabetes behind

Virta can help you learn how to improve blood sugar and lose weight, so you can get back to what you love.
Virta may be available at no direct cost to you

Virta is available at no additional cost to eligible Blue Shield of California members.

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Diabetes • Prediabetes • Weight

Life transformed

Better days are possible with food as medicine. Lose weight and lower blood sugar–without the side effects.

Virta may be available at no direct cost to you and your dependents

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Better health is within reach

Weight loss needs more than willpower

Virta can help you feel better, naturally. Our medical team and health coaches will help you every step of the way.
Virta’s clinical care team uses nutrition science to help you eat foods that are right for you. Curb cravings, increase energy, and lose weight for good.

Feel better, live better

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Lose weight and stay full
Reduce your blood sugar and A1C
Get off your diabetes medications
Nutrition not calorie restriction.
Eat until you feel full.
Safety over side effects.
Live without injections.
About the journey not the judgment.
Get caring providers and coaches.
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Our nutrition plan is tailored to your lifestyle

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Daily health coach support
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Starter kit and supplies included
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Ongoing medical monitoring

Virta offers more than diabetes reversal

Your journey to better health starts here

Blue Shield of California is fully covering Virta's type 2 diabetes reversal program (worth over $3,000) for eligible members.
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Diabetes Reversal

Virta makes reversal possible. Our virtual clinic can help you lose weight, lower your blood sugar, and reduce medications.
Virta’s program is designed to help you lose weight, lower your blood sugar, and reduce medications.
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Prediabetes

Stop prediabetes in its tracks. Our virtual clinic can help you lose weight and prevent rising blood sugar.
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Obesity

Lose weight without counting calories. Our health coaches can help you gain control of cravings and keep you on track.
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Diabetes Management

Get tips to manage your A1c levels. Access to a health coach and free testing supplies will get you started.

Get care at no cost

Your journey to better health starts here

Blue Shield of California is fully covering Virta's type 2 diabetes reversal program (worth over $3,000) for eligible members.

Diabetes Reversal

Virta makes reversal possible. Our virtual clinic can help you lose weight, lower your blood sugar, and reduce medications.
Virta’s program is designed to help you lose weight, lower your blood sugar, and reduce medications.
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Prediabetes Reversal

Stop prediabetes in its tracks. Our virtual clinic can help you lose weight and prevent rising blood sugar.
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Obesity Treatment

Lose weight without counting calories. Our health coaches can help you gain control of cravings and keep you on track.
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Diabetes Management

Get tips to manage your A1c levels. Access to a health coach and free testing supplies will get you started.
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Weight loss done differently

Get care at $0 through your plan*
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A plan that fits your life

Access easy-to-use tools and recipes that fit your tastes so you can reach your goals and enjoy life
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Dedicated health coaching

Chat with your coach for motivation, accountability, and answers to all of your questions
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Ongoing clinical care

Get real-time feedback and monitoring from a provider to make safe and sustainable food changes
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See Your Results

Smarter nutrition. Lasting results.

Our members are discovering their best selves, and you can too. Start your journey and see your potential 90 day health outcomes.

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Average Member Outcomes After One Year

Members lose weight and sustain it over time. Backed by clinical research.

Weight Loss

31 lbs
Decrease

A1c Reduction

1.3
Decrease

Diabetes Medication Elimination

(excluding Metformin)
63%
Decrease

First 10 weeks

31 lbs
Decrease

After one year

24 lbs
Decrease

Virta Health Registry, average weight loss among enterprise patients with obesity.

Hallberg SJ, McKenzie AL, Williams P, et al. Effectiveness and Safety of a Novel Care Model for the Management of Type 2 Diabetes at One Year: An Open Label, Non-Randomized, Controlled Study. Diabetes Ther. 2018. DOI: 10.1007/s13300-018-0373-9

Reversal is life-changing. Our members say it best.

Why Virta? Our members say it best.

What our members have to say

Michael and Brenda share what life with Virta means to them

Kim lost 75 pounds and has kept it off for 3 years

“...this is the first time ever in my life that my stomach has communicated with my brain to say, 'Stop, I'm full.'"

Kevin got off insulin and saved $500/month

“I run around with my kids a lot more than I did six months ago. I feel like I’m 15 years younger.”

Donnie reduced his medications in a matter of weeks

“Where I used to take 3 different types of insulin every day for a total of 110 units, I am now down to just 3 units of Basaglar.”
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How Virta Care Works

Ready to see change that lasts? Our team will guide you along the way. Apply now to get started.
Don't eat less. Eat better-for-you versions of the meals you love. Personal nutrition plans include medical care, coaching, and digital tools at $0 for those who qualify.
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* Lab work and medical clearance required

If you struggle with blood sugar, you may be carbohydrate intolerant

If you struggle with weight or high blood sugar, you may be carbohydrate intolerant

If you struggle with weight gain, you may be carbohydrate sensitive

Learn how carb sensitivity can impact health and what you can do about it.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can type 2 diabetes be reversed?

Yes. The aim of diabetes reversal is to lower blood sugar to normal levels through nutrition, while reducing and even eliminating the need for medications, including insulin. In contrast, diabetes management is designed to slow the progression of type 2 diabetes, often through the use of more medications.

How does Virta help type 2 diabetes go away?

Many people with type 2 diabetes have insulin resistance and are carbohydrate intolerant which leads to high blood sugar. To reverse type 2 diabetes, Virta medical providers and health coaches guide patients through a personalized nutrition plan that reduces carbohydrate intake, while consuming moderate amounts of protein and fat. Our clinical team delivers care remotely, and is available whenever and wherever patients need care via an easy-to-use smartphone application. As our patients' health improves, Virta doctors safely eliminate medications. Virta patients have the continued support of their clinical team to make results last.

Virta's approach is science- and evidence-based. Our research is cited in the American Diabetes Association's Standards in Medical Care for Diabetes, with specific reference to achieving blood sugar control while eliminating the need for diabetes medications.

Do I have to pay anything for Virta?

No. When Virta is a fully covered benefit by your employer, you pay nothing. There are no co-pays. From the supplies to the expert medical care and health coaching, you get it all at no cost to you.

What do I get when I enroll for diabetes reversal?

Patients enrolled in Virta's type 2 diabetes reversal offering receive all the supplies they need to be successful, including a connected scale, glucose and ketone meter and strips, and access to all of Virta's resources through an easy to use smartphone application.

Virta patients are also assigned a dedicated care team who guides patients on their journey to better health.

Do I need a referral from my doctor to start Virta?

No referral is needed. Your Virta medical provider will become your diabetes reversal specialist and will communicate with your local medical team as needed to ensure continuity of care.

Has Virta been studied by researchers?

Yes. Visit our research page to learn more about Virta’s clinical studies.

Is Virta right for me?

People of all different backgrounds have found success with Virta. Complete an application to schedule time with an enrollment advisor to learn more.

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Eligibility


Eligibility

Blue Shield of California is an independent member of the Blue Shield Association. Virta is independent of Blue Shield of California and is contracted by Blue Shield to provide type 2 diabetes treatment. These program services are not a covered benefit of Blue Shield health plans and none of the terms or conditions of Blue Shield health plans apply. Blue Shield reserves the right to terminate this program at any time without notice. Virta is available to Blue Shield of California medical plan members between the ages of 18 and 79 diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. There are some medical conditions that would exclude patients from the Virta treatment. Start the application process now to find out if you qualify. Individual results may vary.

Disclaimers

As a Blue Shield member, you may receive services from network providers on an in-person basis or via telehealth, if available. Contact your primary care provider, treating specialist, facility or other health professional to learn whether telehealth is an option. Network telehealth and in-person services are subject to the same timeliness and geographic access standards. If your plan has out-of-network benefits, they are subject to your plan's cost sharing obligations and balance billing protections.

The products and services described are neither offered or guaranteed under our contract with the Medicare program. In addition, they are not subject to the Medicare appeals process. Any disputes regarding these products and services may be subject to the Blue Shield grievance process. Should a problem arise with any value-added item or service, please call Customer Care at (800) 776-4466 (TTY: 711) .

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Virta Results Estimator

Please fill out the following information to predict your expected results after 90 days
What is A1c?
Average amount of sugar in your blood over about a 3 month period of time.
These are estimated outcomes based on historical real-world results seen in Virta members. Results are not guaranteed and are meant to be representative of possible outcomes. Results may be impacted by a number of factors not evaluated here. Individuals with some medical conditions are excluded from participation in Virta.

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A1c Improvement

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On average, Virta members experienced a 1.3 A1C reduction after one year.

Weight Loss

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Based on your information, your weight is within a healthy range. While weight loss may still be part of your journey, Virta offers many other health benefits.
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Out-of-Pocket Savings

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Med Reductions

On average, Virta patients experienced significant reductions in diabetes medications after just 90 days. Below are individual stats for medications you've said you're taking.

Percentage of Virta members who reduced or eliminated medications of this category

Insulin
(Humalog®, NovoLog®, Levemir®)
91.5%
Data visualization showing 91.5% reduction or elimination of insulin medications after 90 days
GLP-1
(Glimepiride, Glipizide, Glyburide)
13.5%
Data visualization showing 13.5% reduction or elimination of GLP-1 medications after 90 days
SGLT2
(Ozempic®, Victoza®, Rybelsus®)
78.7%
Data visualization showing 78.7% reduction or elimination of SGLT-2 medications after 90 days
Sulfonylurea
(Invokana®, Jardiance®, Farxiga®)
92.6%
Data visualization showing 92.6% reduction or elimination of Sulfonylurea medications after 90 days
DPP4
(Januvia®, Tradjenta®)
23.3%
Data visualization showing 23.3% reduction or elimination of DPP-4 medications after 90 days
TZD
(Avandia, Actos)
20.9%
Data visualization showing 20.9% reduction or elimination of Thiazolidinedione medications after 90 days
These are estimated outcomes based on historical real-world results seen in Virta members. Results are not guaranteed and are meant to be representative of possible outcomes. Results may be impacted by a number of factors not evaluated here. Individuals with some medical conditions are excluded from participation in Virta.