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Feeling sick or need a refill? In San Francisco, it’s easy to book a same-day online doctor appointment with a trusted virtual primary care doctor. Book today and get care that fits your life.

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San Francisco primary care built around your schedule

Our board-certified doctors build relationships with their San Francisco patients through regular virtual visits. When you have ongoing health concerns, consistent care with the same physician leads to better outcomes. You get unhurried appointments where doctors actually listen to your concerns, plus seamless specialist referrals through your insurance network. Instead of feeling rushed through seven-minute visits, you receive personalized attention that addresses your complete health picture.

Benefit	PlushCare	Traditional in-person care
Doctor quality	Board-certified physicians Average 15 years experience Trained at top medical schools Specialized in telehealth best practices	Board-certified physicians Variable experience levels Limited availability Often rushed appointments
Wait times	Available in 15 minutes Day, evening, and weekend appointments No waiting room delays Same-day prescriptions	2-3 week wait for appointments Limited evening/weekend hours 30-60 minute waiting room delays Multiple trips for prescriptions
Convenience	Care from anywhere No travel time or parking fees Flexible scheduling around your life Private, comfortable environment	Must travel to office Parking costs and traffic delays Fixed office hours only Crowded waiting rooms
Appointment length	15+ minutes with physician Unhurried, focused attention Time for all your questions Comprehensive care planning	Average 7-10 minutes with doctor Often feel rushed Limited time for questions Quick in-and-out visits
Follow-up care	Unlimited messaging with Care Team Quick answers between visits Easy prescription refills Digital health records access	Limited phone tag communication Delayed responses to questions Additional visits for simple issues Paper records and fax delays
Cost	Transparent, upfront pricing Most insurance accepted No surprise facility fees Prescription discount benefits	Hidden fees and surprise bills Variable insurance coverage Additional facility charges Full retail prescription prices

Your San Francisco primary care doctor is always available

You get everything your regular doctor provides, plus immediate appointments when you actually need them. Our California-licensed, board-certified virtual physicians handle complete primary care for San Francisco patients. Message your Care Team anytime between visits, and pay clear, upfront costs without surprise bills or insurance hassles.

Preventive care

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

Chronic care management

Collaborative care plans for diabetes, hypertension, asthma, thyroid disorders, and more.

Same-day urgent care

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

Telehealth appointments

Secure video consultations let you chat with your doctor from home, office, or on the go.

Preventive care

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

Chronic care management

Collaborative care plans for diabetes, hypertension, asthma, thyroid disorders, and more.

Same-day urgent care

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

Telehealth appointments

Secure video consultations let you chat with your doctor from home, office, or on the go.

What is telehealth and how does it work

If you've ever waited weeks for a doctor's appointment or wondered if virtual care provides quality medical treatment, telehealth connects you with board-certified physicians through your smartphone, computer, or tablet for complete primary care. Before your first appointment, your doctor reviews your complete medical history to understand your health background. You might question whether online visits can address serious conditions, but licensed healthcare providers can diagnose infections, manage chronic diseases, prescribe medications, and coordinate your ongoing care without office visits. Telehealth eliminates the frustration of traditional healthcare scheduling. Get prescription refills without missing work or rearranging your schedule around clinic hours. San Francisco patients benefit from zero surprise billing with transparent pricing upfront, so you know exactly what you'll pay before your appointment. Your doctor handles everything from routine check-ups to urgent medical concerns through secure video calls. Prescriptions go directly to your preferred pharmacy while your medical records stay accessible through your patient portal. This approach saves time while maintaining the same medical standards you expect from in-person visits.

San Francisco's preferred virtual primary care provider

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PlushCare delivers comprehensive primary care through board-certified doctors who provide premium medical services previously unavailable remotely. San Francisco patients access their electronic health records anytime, add up to five family members to one plan, and get prescription refills without missing work. Cancel your membership anytime online with complete flexibility.

Your dedicated telehealth doctors

Our board-certified physicians provide 24/7 secure messaging and coordinate Quest Diagnostics testing in San Francisco. Get prescription refills without missing work through our comprehensive telehealth platform.

Cesar Duque Gomez, M.D.

Received his M.D. from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine in 2005 and went on to complete his residency at Scripps/Mercy Hospital in San Diego. Prior to that, Dr. Duque served four years in the US Air Force as a Medical Laboratory Technician.

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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.

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Allan Marks, M.D.

Graduated from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 1980 and completed residency at Stanford University Medical Center.

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Evelyn Darius, M.D.

Attended Indiana University School of Medicine and was inducted into their chapter of the National Gold Humanism Honor Society.

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Cesar Duque Gomez, M.D.

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Cristina Garcia, M.D.

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Allan Marks, M.D.

Graduated from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 1980 and completed residency at Stanford University Medical Center.

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Evelyn Darius, M.D.

Attended Indiana University School of Medicine and was inducted into their chapter of the National Gold Humanism Honor Society.

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How to book an appointment

Step 1

Book your telehealth appointment

Select a doctor, choose a time that works for you, and book your online visit in under a minute.

Step 2

Meet with your doctor online

At your scheduled time, click the video link and explain your symptoms to your doctor.

Step 3

Receive your treatment plan and next steps

Your prescription goes straight to your pharmacy while any follow-up appointments get scheduled based on your needs.

How does pricing work?

At PlushCare, we believe quality healthcare should be affordable and accessible for everyone.

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
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Paying with insurance

Membership

$19.99 /month

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:

Paying without insurance

Membership

$19.99 /month

First month free

Visits

$129

Visit price without insurance

Initial visits are $129.

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*If we're unable to treat you, we'll provide a full refund. Please note that any medication or lab work costs are not included. Please refer to our refund policy for additional information.

San Francisco loves our doctors

San Francisco patients give us 4.9 stars because they can do their annual wellness exams in pajamas at home. Take our word for it by reading what your neighbors are saying about skipping the doctor's office forever.

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

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

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

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.

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Isabel C.

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Grace S.

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Insurances we accept

We work with most major health insurance plans, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Cigna for virtual primary care visits. Our team verifies your insurance coverage before your appointment and handles all the paperwork, so you only pay your regular copay or deductible amount. Learn more about how we handle insurance claims and verify your specific plan coverage today.

Get answers about virtual care

Find clear answers about online doctor visits, insurance coverage, prescription services, mental health support, and how our virtual primary care actually works.

How much do telehealth consultations charge in San Francisco?
An online doctor visit with PlushCare usually costs less than $25 for insured patients or just their regular copay. If you don't have insurance, the flat fee is $129 per visit. That’s often cheaper than urgent care or walk-in clinics. With board-certified doctors and same-day appointments, PlushCare offers more value and convenience without the high cost of traditional care.
Can I meet with a doctor virtually right now?
Book an appointment online, then connect with our licensed virtually at your scheduled time. Our board-certified physicians can diagnose conditions, prescribe medications, and answer your medical questions during comprehensive virtual consultations. Available across all 50 states including California, our doctors provide professional medical care 24/7, 365 days a year through secure telehealth appointments.
Do virtual primary care doctors diagnose illnesses?
Absolutely. Our board-certified doctors diagnose over 3,500 conditions through virtual consultations, from UTIs and respiratory infections to skin problems and mental health concerns. They handle cold and flu, bacterial infections, chronic disease management, prescription refills, and doctors note just like your regular doctor. You get the same quality diagnosis and treatment plan without leaving home.
Is health insurance needed for virtual appointments?
PlushCare accepts patients with or without insurance. Most insured patients pay under $25 or just their regular copay. If you don't have coverage, it’s $129 per visit with no hidden charges. We're in-network with most top insurers and often more affordable than other online care services with stricter rules.
Will telehealth doctors prescribe medications without office visits?
You legally need a doctor consultation for prescription medication, but our 15-minute virtual appointments make this convenient through secure video chat. Our board-certified doctors prescribe antibiotics, birth control, antidepressants, and hypertension medications, then send prescriptions directly to your San Francisco pharmacy. Same-day appointments available evenings and weekends, plus discount cards save up to 80% on medications.
Can virtual physicians help with emotional wellness?
Yes, PlushCare offers mental health support online through licensed therapists and board-certified doctors. Our doctors can prescribe medication for anxiety, depression, and other conditions, while therapists provide virtual sessions from your home. Care is private, often more affordable than in-person visits, and includes prescriptions sent to your San Francisco pharmacy. You can get help that fits your needs without leaving home or waiting weeks for an appointment.

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