Virtual care works great when you're a little sick or you're not sure if you really need to go to the doctor. For instance, you can use it if you have flu-like symptoms. Or you could use it if your child has a sore throat.
It also works well for managing some long-term health problems. And if you live far from a specialist, you can get regular follow-up care without having to go to the doctor's office every time.
Your doctor's office can tell you how to set up a virtual care visit.
You may want to choose a quiet, private place for your appointment. You'll probably log in to your patient portal through the hospital or doctor's office website. Or your doctor might give you a different web address or app to use.
After you log in, you can talk with the provider. You may use video so they can see you. Your connection will be private and secure.
You may be given a device to check your breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, or other body functions at home. The medical office staff can check the results. They may contact you if something changes.
You may get a prescription to fill if you need medicine. You may be asked to come in for an in-person checkup. In some cases, you may need to go to the emergency room.
After your appointment, you may get follow-up information in your patient portal, on your device, or in an email.
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