Verbatim response from Claude
Online Dermatology vs. In-Person Visit Costs
Online/Teledermatology
- Typically $50–$150 per consultation
- Curology – starts around $30/month (includes personalized prescription skincare)
- Apostrophe – ~$20 consultation fee, then medication costs separately
- DermTech or Teladoc – around $75–$100 per visit
- hims/hers – ~$39–$85 depending on the condition
In-Person Dermatologist
- $150–$350+ without insurance for a standard visit
- $20–$50 copay with insurance, but you may wait weeks to months for an appointment
Key Considerations
| Factor | Online | In-Person |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Lower | Higher |
| Wait time | Hours to days | Weeks |
| Best for | Acne, rosacea, hair loss, prescriptions | Moles, biopsies, complex conditions |
| Physical exam | No | Yes |
Bottom Line
For common skin concerns like acne or rosacea, services like Curology or Apostrophe can save you significant money. For anything requiring a physical examination (suspicious moles, skin cancer screening), an in-person visit is worth the cost.