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Connect with a Bakersfield doctor online for same-day care

Feeling sick or need care today in Bakersfield? Book a same-day visit with an online primary doctor you can trust. No waiting, no hassle. Get treated from home today.
*Prescriptions are provided at the doctor’s discretion. Learn more about our controlled substances policy and our prescription discount card.

Why more Bakersfield patients are choosing virtual visits

PlushCare gives Bakersfield patients a way to skip long waits and get care from a trusted online primary doctor today. Appointments are easy to book, and every visit includes the option to message your care team through the app. For patients without insurance, visits are available for a flat fee. From refills to chronic care, you can get treated from home, without missing work or waiting weeks. It’s care that works when you need it.
Benefit PlushCare Traditional in-person care
Doctor quality check-2px (1) Board-certified physicians
check-2px (1) Average 15 years experience
check-2px (1) Trained at top medical schools
check-2px (1) Specialized in telehealth best practices
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NA Variable experience levels
NA Limited availability
NA Often rushed appointments
Wait times check-2px (1) Available in 15 minutes
check-2px (1) Day, evening, and weekend appointments
check-2px (1) No waiting room delays
check-2px (1) Same-day prescriptions
NA 2-3 week wait for appointments
NA Limited evening/weekend hours
NA 30-60 minute waiting room delays
NA Multiple trips for prescriptions
Convenience check-2px (1) Care from anywhere
check-2px (1) No travel time or parking fees
check-2px (1) Flexible scheduling around your life
check-2px (1) Private, comfortable environment
NA Must travel to office
NA Parking costs and traffic delays
NA Fixed office hours only
NA Crowded waiting rooms
Appointment length check-2px (1) 15+ minutes with physician
check-2px (1) Unhurried, focused attention
check-2px (1) Time for all your questions
check-2px (1) Comprehensive care planning
NA Average 7-10 minutes with doctor
NA Often feel rushed
NA Limited time for questions
NA Quick in-and-out visits
Follow-up care check-2px (1) Unlimited messaging with Care Team
check-2px (1) Quick answers between visits
check-2px (1) Easy prescription refills
check-2px (1) Digital health records access
NA Limited phone tag communication
NA Delayed responses to questions
NA Additional visits for simple issues
NA Paper records and fax delays
Cost check-2px (1) Transparent, upfront pricing
check-2px (1) Most insurance accepted
check-2px (1) No surprise facility fees
check-2px (1) Prescription discount benefits
NA Hidden fees and surprise bills
NA Variable insurance coverage
NA Additional facility charges
NA Full retail prescription prices

Get matched with a Bakersfield primary doctor today

When symptoms strike, Bakersfield patients can skip delays and connect fast with a board-certified virtual primary care doctor. PlushCare delivers follow-ups, prescriptions, and ongoing care that’s trusted by 99% of users. Automatic scheduling keeps things simple. No crowded lobbies. Just a doctor who knows your history and meets you where you are.
Preventive Care

Preventive care

Annual wellness exams, vaccines, screenings, and personalized health coaching designed to keep you thriving.
Urgent Care

Same-day urgent care

Rapid treatment for UTIs, sinus infections, rashes, and minor injuries—often within hours.
Preventive Care

Preventive care

Annual wellness exams, vaccines, screenings, and personalized health coaching designed to keep you thriving.
Urgent Care

Same-day urgent care

Rapid treatment for UTIs, sinus infections, rashes, and minor injuries—often within hours.

Skip the waiting room and see doctors online

Building lasting relationships with patients means providing consistent, accessible care when you need it most. Telehealth connects you with our doctors through your smartphone, computer, or tablet for medical consultations without office visits. This virtual care gives you exclusive access to premium medical services that were previously only available in-person. Our doctors, licensed in Bakersfield, CA, hold full medical credentials and can diagnose conditions, prescribe medications, and answer questions about symptoms through secure video calls. Your entire family benefits from one plan that allows up to 5 family members to receive care. You get unlimited in-app messaging with our care team for ongoing support between appointments. Flat-rate visits make healthcare affordable for those without insurance, and you can cancel your membership anytime online. When concerning symptoms arise, our doctors provide fast, clear answers without the typical delays of traditional healthcare. Prescription refills are sent directly to your local pharmacy, and you receive the continuity of care needed to manage both acute conditions and ongoing health needs.

Virtual care in Bakersfield patients trust

If you've ever rearranged your whole day for a refill, PlushCare is a better way. Our Bakersfield doctors manage chronic conditions online, with outcomes equal to clinic visits. Message your Care Team anytime. Skip the drive and get what you need without falling behind at work. This is full care that respects your time.

Trusted physicians with proven results

When healthcare frustrates you, board-certified MDs and DOs in Bakersfield, CA provide relief through unlimited messaging, affordable flat-rate visits, and doctor notes signed the same day you need them.
Cristina Garcia

Cristina Garcia, M.D.

Attended UCSF for her medical degree and graduated in 2011. She went on to do her internship and residency at White Memorial Medical Center in Family Medicine and was awarded the Community Medicine Award upon her graduation.
Cristina Garcia

Cristina Garcia, M.D.

Attended UCSF for her medical degree and graduated in 2011. She went on to do her internship and residency at White Memorial Medical Center in Family Medicine and was awarded the Community Medicine Award upon her graduation.

How to book an appointment

How does pricing work?

PlushCare offers honest pricing because we know healthcare costs enough without adding unnecessary expenses to patients.

30 days of free membership

  • Same-day appointments 7 days a week
  • Unlimited messages with your Care Team
  • Prescription discount card to save up to 80%
  • Exclusive discounts on lab tests
  • Free memberships for your family
  • Cancel anytime

Paying with insurance

Membership

$19.99 /month

First month free

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Visits

Copay

Visit price with insurance

Often the same as an office visit. Most patients with in-network insurance pay $30 or less!

We accept these insurance plans and many more:

 

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Paying without insurance

Membership

$19.99 /month

First month free

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Visits

$129

Visit price without insurance

Initial visits are $129.

Bakersfield patient testimonials

Our 4.9 out of 5 star rating from Bakersfield patients reflects their satisfaction with comprehensive lab ordering and digital results review. Many testimonials highlight how patients appreciate getting lab tests ordered online and results reviewed quickly.
5
Convenience especially when I need immediate medical care is the reason for my choice in having a Plush care Dr. As my primary care Dr. In, addition my Dr. Is professional, polite and always listens to what I have to say & involving me in the medical plan.

Isabel C.

Trustpilot

5
I have been using PlushCare for 2 years now and have never had a bad experience. I wish I could say the same about doctors I have seen in person. They always listen, recommend, and follow up. Reminders are a must for me and they come in email and text. I can pull up any of my tests and doctors notes on the app. The convenience of anytime doctors is amazing! I have even used them when traveling across country.

Grace S.

Trustpilot

5
It's a wonderful service! It's very difficult to schedule a visit with a primary care doctor in my area, everyone is booked out months. Waiting months is difficult if your doc wants to meet in person to prescribe you your daily meds! For me it's depression meds which are critical for my functioning. Having a PlushCare doc meet you at your convenience virtually for 5 minutes to simply send a prescription to your pharmacy is a godsend!

Emma W.

Google Play

5
This is my second time using PlusCare in the past 10 months and it has been a very easy process and both Drs were very responsive and easy to work with. Sure beats waiting in long lines at a local facility!

James M.

iOS

5
Convenience especially when I need immediate medical care is the reason for my choice in having a Plush care Dr. As my primary care Dr. In, addition my Dr. Is professional, polite and always listens to what I have to say & involving me in the medical plan.

Isabel C.

Trustpilot

5
I have been using PlushCare for 2 years now and have never had a bad experience. I wish I could say the same about doctors I have seen in person. They always listen, recommend, and follow up. Reminders are a must for me and they come in email and text. I can pull up any of my tests and doctors notes on the app. The convenience of anytime doctors is amazing! I have even used them when traveling across country.

Grace S.

Trustpilot

5
It's a wonderful service! It's very difficult to schedule a visit with a primary care doctor in my area, everyone is booked out months. Waiting months is difficult if your doc wants to meet in person to prescribe you your daily meds! For me it's depression meds which are critical for my functioning. Having a PlushCare doc meet you at your convenience virtually for 5 minutes to simply send a prescription to your pharmacy is a godsend!

Emma W.

Google Play

5
This is my second time using PlusCare in the past 10 months and it has been a very easy process and both Drs were very responsive and easy to work with. Sure beats waiting in long lines at a local facility!

James M.

iOS

Insurances we accept

You can feel confident knowing PlushCare accepts most major health insurance plans and handles all the insurance paperwork for you. We verify your coverage before your appointment and process everything according to your plan's rules, so you only pay your regular copay amount. Find out more about how we handle insurance claims and check if your plan covers virtual primary care visits.
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Virtual primary care questions explained

Find answers about how to see doctors online, what insurance covers, prescription availability, diagnosis capabilities, and mental health services through our virtual care platform.
  • With insurance, most patients pay under $25 or just their copay for a visit. Without insurance, it's $129 per appointment. Compared to urgent care or walk-in clinics, our pricing is lower and includes access to top licensed doctors in all 50 states. You save time and money while getting full medical support online, anytime you need it.
  • Seeing a doctor online is simple. Choose a time that works for you, then meet with one of our licensed doctors by secure video. They can answer your questions, provide a diagnosis, and send prescriptions to your pharmacy. Our doctors treat patients in all 50 states and are available every day, so getting care when you need it is easy.
  • You can be diagnosed by our online doctors for most non-emergency health issues. That includes sinus infections, rashes, depression, and high blood pressure. They treat more than 3,500 conditions and handle everything from prescriptions to follow-up care and doctors note. You skip the waiting room, but not the care. Our virtual primary care doctors know what to look for and how to help.
  • You can see our doctors online with or without insurance. PlushCare works with most major health plans, so insured patients usually pay only their copay or less than $25. For those without coverage, we charge $129 per visit, significantly less than traditional clinics. Our comprehensive insurance acceptance and fair pricing make quality healthcare accessible to everyone, unlike some platforms with limited options.
  • A medical consultation is required by law before receiving prescriptions, though you can do this online through PlushCare. Our doctors handle everything from antibiotics to blood pressure medications during virtual visits. Most appointments happen the same day, including holidays. After your consultation, prescriptions go directly to Bakersfield pharmacies.
  • You can get mental health support virtually without leaving home. PlushCare has licensed therapists for talk therapy and medical doctors who prescribe depression and anxiety medications. The whole process happens through secure video calls on your schedule. It's often cheaper than traditional therapy, and your prescriptions arrive at Bakersfield pharmacies within hours of your appointment.

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