Virtual Urgent Care
See a Board-Certified Emergency or Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician Right from Your Phone, Tablet, or Computer
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Why Choose Us
Doctors Available 7 Days a Week – Virtually
Get a quick diagnosis and treatment plan without the wait. Either online, or by downloading the NYP Connect app, you can speak directly with a Columbia or Weill Cornell Medicine expert.
Benefits of Virtual Urgent Care
Open 7 days a week;
Adults: 8am–midnight,
Children: 8am–midnight
Prescription (if needed) sent right to your pharmacy
Visit with an adult or pediatric board-certified Emergency Medicine physician
Services & Specialties
For Life’s Minor Illnesses & Injuries
Cold & Flu
- COVID-19 concerns
- Ear pain
- Chills
- Cough
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Sinus infection
- Sore throat
Skin
- Bug bites
- Cuts
- Acne
- Athlete's foot
- Diaper rash
- Dry skin & eczema
- Poison ivy/oak
- Rashes & hives
Eye
- Eye infection
- Eye irritation
- Pinkeye/conjunctivitis
- Stye
Gastrointestinal
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Heartburn/GERD
- Nausea/upset stomach
- Vomiting
Neurologic
- Abnormal movements
- Dizziness
- Headaches
- Weakness
Respiratory
- Seasonal allergies
- Bronchitis
- Chest congestion
Body Aches & Pains (without fever)
- Arm or leg pains
- Back pain
- General body aches
- Joint pains
Feeding or Sleeping Issues (Pediatrics)
- Breastfeeding problems
- Fussiness or crying a lot
- Refusing to eat
- Spitting up
Genital or Urinary
- Blood in urine
- Pain with urination
- Scrotal pain or swelling
- Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
- Urinary tract/bladder infections
- Vaginal or penile discharge/itching
- Yeast infection
Other
- Help with specialist appointment
- Missed appointments/can’t reach primary care physician
- Prescription issues
- Work note/school note request
Our Team
Specialties
Emergency Medicine
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Affiliations
NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center
Specialties
Pediatric Emergency Medicine
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Specialties
Pediatric Emergency Medicine
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Specialties
Emergency Medicine
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Affiliations
NEW YORK-PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL
Specialties
Clinical Informatics
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Affiliations
NEW YORK-PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL
Specialties
Pediatrics
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Our Approach to Care
How does Virtual Urgent Care work?
- Download the NYP Connect app and the Zoom Cloud Meetings app (both available on iOS and Android devices)
- Launch the NYP Connect app and follow the steps to enter your symptoms and information and then connect with one our experts
- Receive an immediate evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment plan from our doctors
Payment Options
Insurance
- Your insurance plan may cover the cost of a Virtual Urgent Care visit for you or your child. We ask that you verify you have telemedicine coverage as part of your plan.
- For plans we accept, your copay, co-insurance, deductibles, and all other procedures or treatment not covered by your insurance plan are your responsibility and will be billed directly to you.
Self-Pay
Insurance is not required to connect with our doctors. You have the option to self-pay for this service by using one of the following:
- Credit Card
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Card
- Health Spending Account (HSA) Card
Featured Stories
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You know you should see a doctor as soon as possible, but where should you go? Do you visit your local emergency department (ED)? Or head to the nearest urgent care center?
Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual Urgent Care
How can I get started? When can I use this service? These are other frequently asked questions about Virtual Urgent Care.
Pediatric Virtual Urgent Care
Connecting with Doctors Virtually
Questions?
If you have any questions or need technical assistance, please call: 646-962-4200
You can also find a step by step guide to accessing Virtual Urgent Care below:
