Online Doctor & Urgent Care
Same-day virtual visits for acute illness, infections, and prescriptions.
Licensed in New York
Online Urgent Care & Telehealth in New York — $49 Same-Day Doctor Visits
Skip the urgent-care wait and the Manhattan copay. Optimal Health Primary Care delivers $49 same-day video visits to New Yorkers from Brooklyn to Buffalo — board-certified providers licensed in New York, e-prescriptions sent to your pharmacy of choice.
Board-certified providers
Same-day appointments
Secure HIPAA video
Serving every city in New York
Our virtual care reaches patients across New York — from major metros to rural towns. Common cities our New York telehealth patients book from include:
New York City, NY
Brooklyn, NY
Queens, NY
Bronx, NY
Buffalo, NY
Rochester, NY
Yonkers, NY
Syracuse, NY
Albany, NY
Long Island, NY
What we treat in New York
Top conditions and concerns our providers handle for New York residents via secure video — most resolved in a single visit.
UTIsSinus & respiratory infectionsSeasonal allergiesWeight managementLow testosteroneMenopause & HRTHypertension & cholesterolSkin concerns
Telehealth services for New York residents
Every service listed below is available to New York patients via secure video — no driving, no waiting rooms.
Medical Weight Loss
Semaglutide, Tirzepatide, and physician-supervised weight loss programs.
Hormone Replacement Therapy
HRT for menopause, andropause, and hormone optimization.
Men's Health
Testosterone therapy (TRT), ED treatment, and hair loss care.
Primary Care
Chronic disease management, medication refills, and ongoing care.
Preventive Care
Lab review, wellness consults, and risk assessment.
Note: IV hydration and NAD+ therapy are offered in the Las Vegas Valley only and are not currently available to New York residents.
Telehealth excludes physical exams and cancer/gynecological screenings — we'll refer you to a local in-person provider in New York when needed.
Care across every region of New York
NYC Metro
Same-day care without the $250 urgent-care bill or the hour-long waiting room — book from your apartment, see a doctor in minutes.
Manhattan · Brooklyn · Queens · Bronx · Staten Island · Long Island · Yonkers
Hudson Valley & Capital
Virtual visits for the I-87 corridor — no drive into the city or up to Albany Med for routine care.
Albany · Poughkeepsie · Kingston · Newburgh · Schenectady
Western & Central NY
Telehealth for Upstate winters and college-town schedules — same flat price, same-day appointments.
Buffalo · Rochester · Syracuse · Binghamton · Ithaca
Licensed providers in New York
Our board-certified providers are licensed by the New York State Department of Health and care for patients across all 62 New York counties. We're familiar with the NY healthcare landscape, from city hospital systems to Upstate community clinics.
Patient story
"Skipped a four-hour CityMD wait in Brooklyn. Saw a provider in 15 minutes, prescription at the Duane Reade on the corner before I finished dinner."
New York telehealth: common questions
Is telehealth legal in New York?
Yes. Our board-certified providers hold an active New York medical license and can evaluate, diagnose, and e-prescribe for New York residents under state telemedicine law.
How much does an online doctor visit cost in New York?
A flat $49 per visit for New York residents. No insurance required — the same price across every state we serve.
Can prescriptions be sent to my pharmacy in New York?
Yes. After your visit, eligible prescriptions are sent electronically to any pharmacy in New York.
Does New York allow telehealth for new patients?
Yes. New York permits telemedicine for both new and established patients, including initial evaluations and e-prescribing of most non-controlled medications.
Can you prescribe controlled substances in New York?
New York follows DEA telemedicine rules — some controlled substances can be e-prescribed, others (notably Schedule II stimulants) typically require an in-person visit. Your provider will clarify based on your prescription.
Ready to see a doctor from anywhere in New York?
Book your $49 telehealth visit today. Same-day appointments available across New York.