What is Veggie Rx?

Veggie Rx is a produce prescription program used as a medical treatment or preventative service for patients: 

• Patients are eligible due to a diet-related health risk or condition, food insecurity, or other documented challenges accessing nutritious foods, and are referred by a health care provider or health insurance plan.  

• These prescriptions are fulfilled through food retail and enable patients to access healthy produce* with no added fats, sugars, or sale at low or no cost to the patient. 

• When appropriately dosed, Veggie Rx programs are designed to improve healthcare outcomes, optimize medical spend, and increase patient engagement and satisfaction.

 (*As defined under section 10010 of the Agricultural Act of 2014, Public Law 113-79. These concerns include but are not limited to obesity, diabetes, and food insecurity. Some programs also offer nutrition counseling, cooking education, and promote physical activity alongside increased access to fresh and healthy food.)