Houston Methodist Virtual Urgent Care Telehealth Visits

Skip the waiting room and see our providers now for non-emergency, urgent care needs via 24/7 video visits.

 

When you or someone you love isn’t feeling well, you want care that’s fast and convenient. Houston Methodist Virtual Urgent Care offers patients ages 2+ the same quality treatment that you expect from Houston Methodist — without leaving the comfort of your own home. Here’s the details:

  • Our providers will assess your condition and offer a diagnosis and treatment plan, if necessary
  • We accept most major insurance plans, in addition to offering a flat-fee option of $50
  • Visits are integrated with MyChart, allowing you to easily access your Virtual Urgent Care records
  • If you need help accessing your medical record, after-visit summary, sick slip or return-to-work note, please call 346.356.3060
If you are experiencing a serious or life-threatening medical emergency, please call 911.

About Virtual Urgent Care Video Visits

Next time you get sick, skip the drive and the waiting room. Connect to a board-certified Houston Methodist provider from wherever you are, no appointment needed. Houston Methodist’s expert care is now available for your entire family, ages 2 and older, from wherever you can access the internet.
How to Schedule a Video Visit

Scheduling a video visit is as easy as 1, 2 ,3:

 

  1. Click the link above or download the MyMethodist app, crate an account or sign in with your existing account.
  2. Select Reason for Visit
  3. Begin your visit

 

You may be required to pay for this visit, so please have a credit card or your bank account information available.

 
How to Prepare for a Video Visit
  • Make sure your device is plugged in or fully charged before you start your visit.
  • Use the MyMethodist app on your phone or tablet for the best experience.
  • Make sure you have a reliable Wi-Fi connection.
  • Use headphones if you need privacy or audio assistance.
  • Take your appointment from a quiet, private location that is convenient for you. This may include your home, a parked car or your office. 
  • We do not recommend taking your appointment from a moving vehicle or in a public location. 
  • If prompted, allow your camera and microphone to access the app.
  • If the appointment is for a minor, parental or guardian presence is required for the visit.
The MyMethodist App Makes Getting Care Easier

The MyMethodist App Makes Getting Care Easier

If you’re a Houston Methodist patient, the MyMethodist app puts care at your fingertips — where it’s easy to access Virtual Urgent Care. Download the app now and see a Houston Methodist provider from wherever you are in Texas, whenever you need care.

 

Find the app in the App Store or on Google Play.

 

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Know Where to Go to Get Care: Emergency Care, Urgent Care or Primary Care

 

It’s important to know where to go to get the care you need before you’re sick or experiencing an emergency. Houston Methodist offers a variety of ways to get the care you need quickly. See below for a comparison of some of our care options:

Emergency Room

Head to the emergency room for serious, life-threatening medical emergencies, such as:

 

  • Stroke symptoms
  • Choking
  • Breathing problems
  • Head injury
  • Neck/spine injuries
  • Electric shock
  • Severe burns
  • Poisoning
Virtual Urgent Care

Our providers can see you virtually on-demand through the MyMethodist App, the MyChart App or via a laptop computer for the following conditions:

 

  • Acne
  • Allergies
  • Back Pain
  • Cold or flu
  • Cold sores
  • Constipation
  • Coughs
  • COVID-19
  • Diarrhea
  • Fevers
  • Headaches
  • Heartburn
  • Minor skin infections
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Pink or red eyes
  • Rashes
  • Sinus infections
  • Sore throats
  • Styes
  • Sunburns
  • Upper respiratory infections
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Vaginal yeast infections

     
Same Day Clinics

You can walk in or schedule same-day or next-day appointments with a nurse practitioner or physician assistant for these conditions:

 

  • Acne
  • Abdominal pain
  • Allergies
  • Cold sores
  • Cold or flu
  • Coughs
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Fevers
  • Headaches
  • Heartburn
  • Joint sprains
  • Minor skin infections
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Pink or red eyes
  • Rashes
  • School and sports physicals
  • Sinus infections
  • Sore throats
  • STD testing
  • Styes
  • Sunburns
  • Upper respiratory infections
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Vaginal yeast infections
Same Day Orthopedic Clinics

Get specialized orthopedic care from our highly trained doctors and staff for unexpected injuries such as:

 

  • Acute orthopedic injuries
  • Fractures and broken bones
  • Injured tendons
  • Minor dislocations
  • Painful or swollen joints
  • Sports injuries
  • Sprains and strains
  • Torn ligaments
Primary Care

Make an appointment with your primary care provider for the following:

 

  • Minor health concerns
  • Preventative and routine care
  • Screenings and vaccinations
  • Managing health conditions (diabetes, asthma, heart disease, etc.)
  • Referrals to specialty care

Need more information before trying Houston Methodist Virtual Urgent Care?