How Online Primary Care Works
Telehealth has made primary care dramatically more accessible. Depending on what you're looking for, there are two main models:
Concierge care (like MDVIP) gives you a dedicated physician who knows your history, is available for longer visits, and coordinates your specialist referrals and preventive care. You pay an annual membership and get a long-term relationship.
On-demand telehealth (like Sesame Care) is pay-per-visit. It's ideal when you just need a quick visit for something common β UTI, sinus infection, rash, prescription refill β without committing to a subscription.
For conditions that need a hands-on exam or in-person testing (anything requiring imaging, a physical exam, or certain procedures), telehealth has limits β the physician will refer you in-person when needed.