Verbatim response from Claude
Online Dermatology vs. In-Person Costs
Online/Teledermatology
- Typical range: $50–$150 per consultation
- Curology – starts around $30/month (includes provider consultation + custom prescription)
- Apostrophe – ~$20 consultation fee, then prescription costs
- Teladoc Dermatology – ~$75–$95 per visit
- MDLive – ~$75 per visit
- DermTech or First Derm – ~$40–$75 for asynchronous photo review
In-Person Dermatologist
- Typical range: $150–$300+ without insurance
- With insurance, you usually pay a specialist copay of $30–$70
- New patient visits often cost more than follow-ups
Key Takeaways
| Factor | Online | In-Person |
|---|---|---|
| Cost (uninsured) | $40–$150 | $150–$300+ |
| Wait time | Hours to days | Weeks to months |
| Best for | Acne, rashes, hair loss, prescriptions | Moles, biopsies, complex conditions |
Bottom Line
Online dermatology is significantly cheaper and faster for common skin concerns. However, for anything requiring a physical exam, biopsy, or suspicious lesion, in-person is worth the extra cost.