What is PlushCare?
PlushCare is a telehealth platform that connects patients with board-certified doctors for virtual medical consultations. The service provides comprehensive healthcare solutions including online prescriptions, urgent care, mental health services, weight management, pediatric care, and chronic condition management. Patients can access care through video visits on web or mobile devices, with appointments available 24/7 across all 50 states.
The platform accepts most major insurance plans with typical out-of-pocket costs under $25 for insured patients, while self-pay appointments cost $129. PlushCare's physicians average 15 years of clinical experience and can diagnose conditions, provide treatment plans, and electronically send prescriptions to pharmacies. The service covers hundreds of health conditions from common illnesses to specialized care like GLP-1 medication management for weight loss and diabetes.
Features
- Virtual Doctor Consultations: Video visits with board-certified physicians available 24/7
- Online Prescriptions: New prescriptions and refills sent electronically to pharmacies
- Insurance Acceptance: In-network with most major health insurance plans
- Comprehensive Care: Treatment for hundreds of conditions including urgent care, mental health, and chronic diseases
- Weight Management: Medically supervised programs with FDA-approved medications like GLP-1s
Use Cases
- Getting prescription medications without visiting a doctor's office
- Receiving urgent care for non-emergency medical issues
- Accessing mental health therapy and medication management
- Managing chronic conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure
- Obtaining pediatric care for children's health concerns
- Starting weight loss programs with medical supervision
- Getting sexual health services and STD treatment
- Receiving general preventative care and wellness checkups
FAQs
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How much does an online doctor appointment cost with PlushCare?
For insured patients, the average out-of-pocket cost is less than $25. For self-pay patients without insurance, appointments cost $129. -
Can PlushCare doctors diagnose medical conditions?
Yes, PlushCare's licensed doctors can diagnose non-emergency conditions, manage chronic conditions, and provide professional medical assessments during virtual consultations. -
Do I need insurance to use PlushCare services?
No, PlushCare accepts patients with or without insurance. Self-pay patients can book appointments for $129 per visit. -
How do I get prescriptions through PlushCare?
After a consultation with a PlushCare doctor, if medication is appropriate, the doctor will electronically send the prescription to your chosen pharmacy. -
What types of conditions can PlushCare doctors treat?
PlushCare doctors treat hundreds of conditions including acne, anxiety, asthma, COVID, depression, diabetes, infections, rashes, STDs, UTIs, and many other non-emergency medical issues.
