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Conditions and consultations
The team offers consultations and personal treatment plans for a variety of common conditions. For some conditions, age ranges will apply. You also may be asked to schedule an in-person visit for some services.
Patients can use Express Care Online for these conditions:
- Acne
- Athlete's foot
- Bladder infections (females, ages 12–75)
- Canker sores
- Cold sores
- Cold symptoms
- Constipation
- Dental issues
- Diarrhea
- Impetigo
- Insect bites
- Lice
- Mastitis (breast infection)
- Minor burns
- Minor skin infection
- Nausea
- Oral contraceptives (new prescription only, females, ages 18 to 34 years)
- Perioral dermatitis (rash around mouth)
- Pertussis exposure without cough
- Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
- Poison ivy
- Rashes
- Scabies
- Seasonal allergies
- Shingles
- Sinus symptoms/Sinusitis
- Smoking cessation (18 years and older)
- Sore throat
- Stye
- Sunburn
- Tick exposure
- Travel-related motion sickness
- Vaginal yeast infection (females, ages 18–65)
- Vomiting
If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911.
These conditions and treatments are not provided with Express Care Online:
- Abdominal pain
- Animal bites
- Back pain
- Chest pain
- Fractures or sprains
- General medical or well child physical examination
- Stroke (F.A.S.T. symptoms: facial drooping, arm weakness and speech difficulty)
- Trauma or injuries
- Urinary tract infection (males)
- Vaginal examinations
Diagnosis and treatments
Virtual appointments are available and can be scheduled through the patient portal or by calling your primary care provider. The treatment model may vary by location.
Our experienced, advanced practice providers offer:
- Medication renewal (short-term, nonnarcotic)
- Minor burn care
- Oral contraceptives prescriptions (new prescriptions only, females ages 18–34)
- Prescriptions for common conditions, such as antibiotics and eye drops
- Smoking cessation support for adults
Virtual consultations are available through the patient portal. Answer a diagnostic questionnaire on the patient portal, and receive a written care recommendation within one hour, if submitted between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. If you submit after hours, you'll be contacted by 9 a.m. the next day. Some written responses may require you to follow up with an in-person or virtual appointment.
The cost of an appointment for Mayo Clinic Health System Express Care Online may be partially or completely covered by your insurance. Check with your insurance provider today. To access this service, log on to the patient portal.
Express Care Online specialists
The team of nurse practitioners and physician assistants work to resolve your health concerns and refer you to other specialties as needed.
Referrals
Referrals are not required.
FAQ
What should I bring for my first appointment?
For your appointment, bring your current prescription and health insurance information.
What are my payment options, and do you offer financial assistance?
Visit our billing page for information on insurance, billing and payments. We serve patients in difficult financial circumstances and offer financial assistance to those who have an established need to receive medically necessary services. Learn more about financial assistance options.
Do you have an after-hours number in case of emergency?
Always call 911 in case of an emergency. For after-hours help with other issues, get virtual care 24/7 through the Primary Care On Demand app or review our convenient care options.
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