Hey y'all...I'm back with another Works for Me Wednesday post today. This time it's all about using Amazon Clinic for common health concerns..
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Recently, I wanted to change the strength of the Retin A (tritinoin) cream I use on my face. This is for anti-aging, but can also help with acne. Instead of making an appointment with the dermatologist (which can take months to get), I decided to try the Amazon Clinic that I had seen on the Amazon website.
Here's the way it works. You message with a doctor or nurse practitioner, filling out medical history forms and describing your issue. There is a charge of around $30, and they do not take insurance. After messaging with the health professional, they will present your treatment plan. If there are prescriptions, you can fill them through Amazon or at your preferred pharmacy.
Common sense tells you that this service is a great option for times when you already kind of know what your health concern is and how it will be treated. They also offer treatment for things like anti-aging, eyelash growth, etc. Amazon Clinic would not be a good choice if you have a complicated medical history, chronic health concerns, or ailments that are not common.
For me, this was a nice option since I already knew what I wanted - a higher strength cream. It didn't bother me that it was not processed through insurance since we have a $30 copay anyway. I appreciated getting a different prescription quickly and the convenience of messaging from home. The prescription is only for a 3 month supply, so I will still be making a dermatologist appointment eventually.
Obviously, I am not a doctor, but I wanted to pass along this info since it worked for me. I think it is a great option to keep in mind when it is not convenient to get to the doctor in person.
Have you tried an online medical service like this?
I have not heard of this service and am so intrigued! This is great to know...thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI had never even heard of this service before!
ReplyDeleteThat is really interesting. I have back issues and no general doctor...a friend prescribed steroids through his office, but I wonder if I need them again if a service like this would work.
ReplyDeleteI didn't know that Amazon had this feature. So good to know, thank you!
ReplyDeleteI have seen this show up but have not checked into it. Glad to know a little bit about it. I'll go check it out now.
ReplyDeleteSo interesting!! I had no idea Amazon had a clinic option. I can see how it would be handy!
ReplyDeleteI had no idea this was even an option! Thank you so much for sharing
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