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Why San Diego patients choose virtual primary care

Our board-certified primary care doctors in San Diego deliver full-scope virtual care, including chronic condition management, preventive check ups, and prescription refills sent to your local pharmacy. Patients get fast, clear answers about symptoms without long waits or crowded offices. With over 26 days being the average wait for an in-person primary care visit, PlushCare offers a better path to care that fits your life and schedule without compromising clinical quality or safety.
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
check-2px (1) Board-certified physicians
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

Benefits you'll actually feel: San Diego Primary Care Doctor visits made simple

If you've ever waited weeks for care or left with a surprise bill, it’s time for something better. PlushCare connects San Diego patients with board-certified doctors who manage chronic conditions without office visits. Book in under 2 minutes, get seen fast, and pay predictable costs.

What is telehealth and how does virtual healthcare work?

Telehealth saves patients an average of 2.5 hours per medical appointment by connecting you directly with licensed healthcare providers through your smartphone, computer, or tablet. This allows board-certified MDs and DOs in San Diego, CA to diagnose common conditions, prescribe medications, and manage your ongoing health needs without requiring office visits. Why telehealth vs traditional care? No more driving to a clinic, sitting in waiting rooms, and facing surprise costs that appear weeks later. With Telehealth, you schedule your appointment online and meet your doctor through a secure video call. Your provider can treat everything from chronic conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure to acute issues like infections and allergies. Prescriptions are then sent directly to your pharmacy. This is great for patients managing ongoing health conditions who need regular check-ins but want to avoid repeated clinic visits and their associated time costs.

San Diego's choice for comprehensive virtual healthcare

PlushCare delivers complete primary care with integrated mental health support through board-certified physicians licensed in San Diego, California. Your automatic follow-up appointments and instant medical record access from any device provide the emotional relief and medical expertise you deserve. Real doctors, real credentials, real results.

Meet your medical team

Our board-certified physicians average 15 years of experience from top medical schools, providing integrated mental health and primary care while partnering with Quest Diagnostics for transparent pricing that eliminates surprise bills.

How to book an appointment

Step 1
Step 1

Book a visit with one of our doctors

Browse our available physicians, select an open time that fits your day, and complete your booking online.
Step 2
Step 2

Connect with your doctor virtually

Log into your secure video call at appointment time and discuss your health concerns directly with your physician.
Step 3
Step 3

Get your prescription and follow-up care

Your doctor can send prescriptions directly to your pharmacy and schedules any needed follow-up appointments automatically.

How does pricing work?

We're committed to transparent pricing that makes excellent primary care affordable for all 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

First month free

+

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

First month free

+

Visits

$129

Visit price without insurance

Initial visits are $129.

Read what our members in San Diego say about our doctors

Our 4.9/5 star rating reflects our exceptional patient satisfaction with virtual primary care. San Diego patients consistently praise our doctors for managing chronic conditions without office visits. Read their authentic testimonials below to see why thousands trust our telehealth services.

Insurances we accept

PlushCare accepts most major health insurance plans, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cigna. We handle all insurance billing directly, so you only pay your standard copay or coinsurance for virtual visits. Contact our team to verify your specific coverage and learn exactly how we process your insurance claims.

Your telehealth questions answered

Find answers to your most important questions about costs, insurance coverage, prescriptions, and how our virtual primary care doctors can help you today.

  • How much do online medical consultations cost in San Diego?

    PlushCare offers affordable online doctor visits with clear, upfront pricing. Most insured patients pay less than $25 or just their copay. For those without insurance, each appointment is $129. That’s often far less than urgent care or traditional clinics. You get trusted care from board-certified doctors, without surprise fees or long waits. It’s high-quality virtual primary care at a fair price.
  • What steps do I take to see an online doctor?

    Seeing a doctor online is easy. Just choose a time, connect by phone or video, and speak with a licensed physician. PlushCare doctors can diagnose, answer your questions, and send prescriptions to your pharmacy. They're available daily in all 50 states, making care simple to access whenever you need it.
  • How do online physicians diagnose health problems?

    Our online doctors diagnose over 3,500 conditions with clinical precision. Board-certified virtual primary care doctors identify respiratory infections, skin conditions, mental health concerns, and chronic diseases during video consultations. Our online gynecologists handle women's health issues while primary care physicians manage bacterial infections and flu symptoms. Complete with prescriptions, treatment plans, and doctors note when required.
  • Do online doctor visits require insurance coverage?

    You don't need insurance to see a doctor online with PlushCare. We're in-network with most major plans, and insured patients usually pay under $25. No insurance? You can still book a visit for $129. That’s less than many urgent care centers and with broader coverage than some other platforms.
  • Do online doctors write prescriptions through video visits?

    You need a doctor consultation before receiving prescription medication, but this happens conveniently through our 15-minute virtual appointments via phone or video. Our board-certified doctors prescribe antibiotics, birth control, antidepressants, and more, then electronically send prescriptions to your San Diego pharmacy. Same-day appointments available evenings and weekends, plus prescription discount cards save up to 80% on medications.
  • Do your doctors offer psychological support?

    Yes, you can get comprehensive mental health support online through our board-certified doctors who prescribe medications for depression and anxiety, plus licensed therapists for counseling sessions. Receive care from the comfort and privacy of your home with personalized treatment plans. Mental health prescriptions go directly to your San Diego pharmacy, making support more accessible and affordable than traditional options.
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