Telehealth FAQ's

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How Much does Televisit Cost? If you do not have insurance, the cost will be $59. It will cost you less depending upon you insurance.

Telephone/VideoVisitsBenefits • Improve health outcomes by providing quality, consistent preventive care across various patient demographics and situations • Lower costs by improving productivity and cost-effective maintenance and creating a long-term and sustainable treatment model • Improve patient experience by providing care that mimics an in-person visit while putting the patient at ease • Improve Staff experience by streamlining appointments and optimizing the workflow, allowing practitioners to make the most of their time with patients and balancing their own lives better, reducing stress and burnout • Extend healthcare in the community by offering increased care equality and inclusion

Benefits of Televisit • No need to travel-telehealth is as close as your computer, smartphone, or tablet • You don’t need an appointment: If you love your usual doctor but they can’t see you for two weeks, a Shield Medical group doctor can see you now • Get care at your own place. • You don’t have to wait to feel better. If you are Sick, We are Quick. • Save money - visits cost $59 or less, depending on your insurance • It’s easy to Create an account and request a visit in just a few minutes using the Shield Medical group app for iPhone or Android, or from the website

Telehealth services

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What is it like to see a physician online? It's just like seeing a physician in the office, except that you are separated by the computer screen 01 Your provider will collect information about your medical history, symptoms, and conduct a virtual physical exam 02 If we are not able to manage your concerns safely online, we may need to refer you for in-person evaluation and care 03

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Here are some tips to help prepare you for telehealthyourvisit Keep following information Handy to assist your provider Medical ImmunizationSurgicalFamilyMedicalOverMedicationsAllergies/sensitivitieshistorythecountermedicationshistoryhistoryhistoryhistory including COVID19, flu, tetanus, etc. with dates for each

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Virtual Exam Tips Please dress appropriately and make sure your lighting, camera, and surroundings can accommodate a virtual exam If you’re calling from your car, please be sure to safely park before connectin If you choose “please have privacy,” your physician will ask if you have privacy If you choose to have others present during your visit, your physician will ask for your permission to discuss your personal and confidential health information with them Your time: Please have 10-15 minutes available for your consultation It’s quick: You don’t have to carve time out of your busy schedule to drive to and from a doctor’s office or urgent care center — or to sit in a reception area

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sPrescriptionOnline With Shield Medical group, you can set up your free account and have a visit with trusted providers 24/ Some medications do not react well with others, so it is important to be honest and open with your provider to avoid complications We provide services in state of Florida only

What is Act?HaightRyanFederalthe • The Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act was created in the late 1990’s to combat internet pharmacies that were selling controlled substances online • The Act took effect on April 13, 2009, and the Drug Enforcement Agency issued regulations effective on the same date • This Act imposed a federal prohibition on online prescribing for controlled substances

How do I get a refill of n?prescriptiomy Prescription refills are ordered at the physician’s discretion and require an online visit with video Refill visits require a full medical evaluation Patients receiving refills online are required to have an annual visit with their primary care physician or more frequently as determined by the online physician

Can I receive a prescription during a phone-only visit? REGULATIONS REGARDING THE REQUIREMENT OF VIDEO AS A PREREQUISITE TO PRESCRIBING VERSUS THE USE OF PHONE ONLY DIFFERS STATE BY STATE IF YOU ARE IN A STATE WHERE PRESCRIBING BY VIDEO IS NECESSARY, OUR PROVIDERS WILL ASK YOU TO END THE CALL WITH NO CHARGE AND CALL BACK OVER VIDEO WHERE YOU CAN SEE THE SAME PROVIDER WE RECOMMEND VIDEO CONSULTATIONS WHEN TREATING CHILDREN WITH RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS, ABDOMINAL PAIN, ETC

What if I receive a different prescription than my doctor suggested during the visit? If the medication your provider prescribed is not covered by your insurance, then you may be issued a different medication with the same purpose that is covered by insurance Often, someone will receive a prescription, but that medication will be available in multiple forms Prescribing is at the sole discretion of your physician

Which states can receive prescriptions through video visits only? Florida Alabama Arizona California Connecticut Delaware

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