Verbatim response from Claude
Online Dermatology vs. In-Person Visit Costs
Online/Teledermatology
- Typical range: $40–$100 per consultation
- Curology – ~$30/month (subscription, includes provider consultation + custom formula)
- MDacne – ~$20–$40/month
- Teladoc – ~$75–$95 per visit
- DermatologistOnCall – ~$59–$75 per visit
- Hims/Hers – ~$25–$85/month depending on treatment
In-Person Dermatologist
- Typical range: $150–$300+ without insurance
- With insurance, expect a $20–$50 specialist copay
- Follow-up visits often cost less than initial consultations
Key Takeaways
✅ Online is significantly cheaper for common issues like acne, rosacea, or prescription renewals
✅ Curology and MDacne are great budget options for acne specifically
✅ In-person is worth it for suspicious moles, complex conditions, or anything requiring a physical exam (biopsies, etc.)
⚠️ Insurance rarely covers teledermatology visits currently
Recommendation: Start with Curology or DermatologistOnCall for straightforward skin concerns, but see an in-person dermatologist for anything you're worried might be serious.