1. MeMD
An urgent care telehealth services company with licensed providers and services available 24/7/365 in all 50 states across the country
Physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants based in patients’ particular states
Flat price of $49.95 for each virtual visit
Also sells services – via partnerships – to urgent care center operators, employers, hospitals, health plans
30+ subscribing employers representing thousands of employee consumers nationally
According to the company, “MeMD offers an easy alternative for the 70% of urgent care or emergency rooms visits that are unnecessary”
Started in 2010 by Dr. John Shufeldt, an ER doctor and the founder and former CEO of NextCare
May 2012: Announced an official national partnership with Doctors Express, a national urgent care franchise
July 2013: Announced 5-year partnership with Phoenix- based Maricopa Integrated Health System