In a Nutshell
pros
- 7-Day risk-free trial available
- Extremely affordable family plan
- No co-pay, no per-visit charges
cons
- Can’t select the therapist you want
- Need a good internet connection for sessions
Plus, with their special limited-time 7-day trial, you can try a risk-free HealthSapiens subscription.
HealthSapiens at a Glance
How Can I Get Treatment?: Phone, video
Urgent Care Fee: Included in subscription
Accepted Insurance: Works with or without insurance
Medications Prescribed: All non-narcotic prescriptions
Hours of Operation: 24/7
Follow up Consultations: Included in subscription
Free Trial Available?: Yes, 7-day no-risk trial available
How Does HealthSapiens Work?
Voted "Best Subscription Service for Online Doctors" by Consumers Advocate, HealthSapiens is one of the easiest and most affordable online healthcare providers we’ve come across to date. For a fraction of the price of any other medical services, HealthSapiens gives you unlimited access to medical professionals during the term of your subscription. And everything can be done online. HealthSapiens has 4 steps to get you the treatment you need. Here’s how it works:
1. Sign Up for a 7-Day Risk-Free Trial
Start by creating a HealthSapiens Medical account and profile. Tell HealthSapiens about yourself, including your name, contact details, and date of birth. Select a plan and save your preferred debit or credit card so your subscription isn’t interrupted after your trial ends. Click complete payment to finish the transaction. Once you have done this, you can then connect to HealthSapiens either over the phone or online via video chat and messaging -- whatever you're more comfortable with. Tell them why you're requesting a doctor's visit, including any relevant details such as symptoms or concerns you may have.
2. Request Consultation
When you reach out to HealthSapiens, you’ll be connected to the triage team. Here, your electronic health record will be updated and reviewed, including the most current symptoms and reason(s) for your current visit.
3. Virtual Doctor Visit
Next, you'll be connected directly to a board-certified U.S. doctor in as little as 15 minutes (and often in 5 minutes or less.) This is your actual doctor's visit, where you will discuss with the doctor any issues you're having, get the guidance you need, and any other details you need to consult on. The doctor will give you a diagnosis, answer your questions, explain your condition, and can even write a prescription and send it to a pharmacy of your choice. Your doctor can also recommend any other steps or methods of treatment that pertain to your current issue so you can get relief.
4. Care Continuity
HealthSapiens doctors will continue to administer treatment until your issue is resolved while you are a subscriber. Your Electronic Health Record is updated, reviewed, and securely-stored for efficient access and convenient export. This is another unique aspect of HealthSapiens healthcare -- most telehealth services won’t include follow-up or continuous care. This is a major benefit.
What Does HealthSapiens Treat?
HealthSapiens treatment covers the spectrum from A to Z. Except for major and immediate medical emergencies, there's almost nothing this telehealth service can't deal with. Here is a list of some of the conditions you can have treated via HealthSapiens:
- Allergies
- Bronchitis
- Cold
- Cough
- Diarrhea
- Ear Ache
- Eye Infection
- Fever
- Flu / Influenza
- Headache
- Pneumonia
- Rash / Skin Infection
- Sinus Infection
- Small Wound
- Stomach Ache
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Vomiting
- Yeast Infection
As HealthSapiens puts it on the website, basically, unless you are ready to call an ambulance, HealthSapiens can help you out.
How Much Does HealthSapiens Medical Cost?
HealthSapiens Medical has an unusual pricing structure. Rather than a per-visit pricing plan like most online healthcare providers charge, HealthSapiens Medical is an affordable flat rate each month. The price includes unlimited doctor visits and 24/7 access to your medical treatment. So, you can make an appointment every day of the month if you want to, and you'll still only pay a single flat fee for that month. However, if you take advantage of their 7-day trial, you can try the Individual Plan risk-free before committing.
HealthSapiens offers one plan that includes coverage for up to people. Here’s the pricing breakdown for it:
The family plan is incredibly generous. It covers up to 7 individuals, so a family with 5 kids can pay just $25 for full coverage.
The company does not list the prices for HealthSapiens Counseling on their website.
Does HealthSapiens Take Insurance?
The best part of HealthSapiens is that it doesn’t require any health insurance to work. Anyone can sign up and get coverage, paying $35 a month for full coverage.
What Do People Say About HealthSapiens?
“I called HealthSapien and got the most professional and competent consultation including a prescription sent directly to my pharmacy.” - Antonia K
“Excellent and valuable service to have especially when the doctor is not available.” - Nancy Z
“Quickly scheduled an appointment, connected to a medical professional and got a prescription all from my couch! ... Great product for busy people without the downtime to wait for traditional treatment.” - Rene H
FAQs
Does HealthSapiens prescribe medicine?
Yes, HealthSapiens doctors can prescribe all non-narcotic medications and send the script directly to the pharmacy near you.
Can HealthSapiens give me a doctor’s note?
Yes.
Do I need a subscription for HealthSapiens?
Yes. You can sign up for a monthly plan, but there are no lengthy contracts. Choose from the individual plan or the family plan that covers up to 7 people.
What hours does HealthSapiens have appointments available?
24 hours a day, for seven days a week
Bottom Line
HealthSapiens is one of the most affordable telehealth services we’ve reviewed yet. For less than $35 a month, you can get full coverage for yourself and your family for everyday care and other expert medical guidance. What’s more, you get unlimited 24/7 access. So, you can book as many appointments as you want and whenever the need arises. With phone and video chat capabilities, HealthSapiens makes getting the healthcare you need easy, convenient, and affordable for everyone.
