Alternatives to Plushcare
Nowadays, there are many innovative ways to access healthcare services, both in person and through telemedicine. Plushcare is an app-based platform that provides members instant access to medical professionals for non-urgent and chronic conditions and everyday care for $14.99 a month. Pushcare can be a great add-on option for someone with a traditional health plan, and is looking for more robust telemedicine services. This article will discuss the features and cost of Plushcare and how it compares to Mira’s services.
About Plushcare
Plushcare is a virtual app and web-based platform that allows members to make appointments with physicians and receive instant care via video chat. Plushcare aims to provide members with high-quality care from the comfort of their homes by only allowing physicians from the top 50 institutions to operate on their platform.
Plushcare doctors can diagnose, recommend treatment, and prescribe medications for non-emergency medical issues, routine care, and chronic ongoing conditions. The chart below shows some of the conditions included in PlushCare services.
Conditions That Plushcare Treats
| Non-Urgent Conditions | Chronic Conditions | Everyday Care |
|---|---|---|
| Cold | Diabetes | PrEp |
| Flu | Hypertension | Birth Control |
| Urinary Tract Infections | Asthma | Hair Loss |
| Sinus Infections | Depression | Prescription Refills |
| Pink Eye | Anxiety | Online Therapy |
| Bacterial Infections | Thyroid Disorders | Mental Health |
| STDs | ||
| Sore Throat | ||
| Bacterial Vaginosis |
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Originally from Houston, Texas, Alexandra is currently getting her Master's in Public Health with a health policy certificate at Columbia University. One of her life goals is to own her own art gallery!