I just saw something interesting
By snowy
@snowy22315 (171971)
United States
May 17, 2024 8:59am CST
Apparently Amazon is getting into the medical business. They have offered pharmacy services for a few years. They are offering tele health visits for 9.00 per month for Prime members. I was just checking. They only accept my insurance in certain select cities. However, that basic charge is low enough..doesn't really matter. However, I am sure there are up charges for certain things, especially if you got meds through them. I am going to have to give them a call. I hate going to the doctor. Although my doc's office does offer tele health for in between checks. I know most might not accept Amazon as a provider..but if all you need is a med refill..why not?
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@snowy22315 (171971)
• United States
17 May
Our docs usually want to see us a bit more frequently especially if there are any health issues involved. My last prescriptions were good for six months..but I will probably have to go in there within the next month or so.
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@snowy22315 (171971)
• United States
17 May
@LadyDuck Aspirin is available without a prescription here. Do you need one there?
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@LadyDuck (461823)
• Switzerland
17 May
@snowy22315 Some prescriptions are issued for three months, while others (like cardio aspirin) is for one year. If you need it you must take it forever.
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@Marilynda1225 (80440)
• United States
17 May
I've seen that Amazon offers pharmacy services but I haven't looked into it. So far I'm doing okay with my regular pharmacy and doctor. I think it would be a good benefit for some people if they can get prescriptions cheaper and a telehealth visit rather than having to see the doctor in person.
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@snowy22315 (171971)
• United States
17 May
I would just be curious to try out the service and see what it is like. It's cheap enough.
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@Marilynda1225 (80440)
• United States
17 May
@snowy22315 I would be interested in hearing what it's like if you check it out.
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@snowy22315 (171971)
• United States
17 May
@Marilynda1225 As long as you don't have to commit to a plan, I will probably do it, at some point to check it out. I wish they offered vet visits via telehealth.
@snowy22315 (171971)
• United States
17 May
Oh for real!
. They aren't having much success breaking up the monopoly, but I surmise it is in court somewhere.
. They aren't having much success breaking up the monopoly, but I surmise it is in court somewhere.1 person likes this
@LindaOHio (160234)
• United States
18 May
I hate going to doctors too. I do have one that has TeleHealth appointments. The dentist, eye doctor and PCP I must see in person each time unfortunately. Have a good weekend.
@snowy22315 (171971)
• United States
17 May
It is probably a new service. I doubt it would work in other countries.
