Verbatim response from Perplexity
Online dermatology is usually cheaper than an in-person dermatologist visit, especially if you’re paying cash. A typical teledermatology consult runs about $40–$100 per visit, while an in-person dermatologist visit commonly costs about $150–$400 for a new patient and $100–$250 for follow-up visits without insurance.[2][1]
A few common examples show the range:
- Teladoc Dermatology: as low as $0 with insurance, or $95 without insurance.[3]
- DermatologistOnCall: about $95 per visit.[4][5]
- Miiskin: about $59–$69 for a new consult and $30–$39 for follow-ups or renewals.[6]
- Doctor On Demand: $0–$99 depending on coverage.[10]
The main caveat is that online pricing often covers only the consult and treatment plan; medication, lab work, or procedures are usually extra.[4][1] In-person visits can also be much cheaper with insurance, since copays are often around $50–$100, which can be close to some teledermatology prices.[2]
If you want, I can also compare online dermatology vs. in-person for a specific issue like acne, rash, eczema, or prescription renewals.