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On-demand care for this condition is included with membership

With your membership you can:

Get 24/7 on-demand care via Video Chat or Treat Me Now
Convenient prescription refill and renewal requests
View a summary and action items after your visit, and directly message your care team
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Cold sore (oral herpes) treatment

Prescription medication can shorten or prevent cold sore outbreaks by fighting the virus that causes them.

Quickly treat cold sores with 24/7 virtual care

From 
$29
/message visit
$49
/video visit
Extra $10 off
on your first visit

Pay-per-visit New Customer Promotion Details


Eligibility:

This new customer promotion is only available on certain conditions. In order to qualify, you must never have purchased a visit before from Amazon One Medical Pay-per-visit (PPV).

If you qualify for this promotional discount on your first PPV visit, there's nothing extra you need to do. We'll apply the savings for you at checkout.

If you're entitled to receive benefits from any state or federal government healthcare program, you may not use Amazon One Medical PPV services and therefore are ineligible for this promotion (for more details, see One Medical Pay-per-Visit FAQs here: https://health.amazon.com/onemedical/help).

Terms:

This offer is limited to one per customer, is not available on all conditions, and cannot be combined with other offers. Amazon One Medical reserves the right to modify or cancel the offer at any time. Offer is non-transferable and may not be resold. If you violate these terms, the offer will be invalid. Sales tax may apply, which varies by state. Prices and conditions are subject to change; messaging-only visits not available in all states.

Prices vary by condition. Prices subject to change. Messaging is not available in some states.
Start a one-time virtual visit
• Self-pay visits - insurance not accepted or needed, FSA/HSA eligible
• Fast care - no appointment necessary
• Prime not required
• Your health data is secure and protected by our practices and by law
How it works
1. Choose a condition you need help with, answer some questions, and connect with a provider through message or video
2. Pick up any prescribed medication at a pharmacy of your choice or have it delivered by Amazon Pharmacy
3. You have 14 days to follow up with the provider on any questions you may have
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Membership

Best for
• Booking same/next-day appointments* at offices near you with the app
• Booking primary care visits* for mental health, preventive care, chronic conditions, and more in states where we have offices
• 24/7 on-demand virtual care for quick treatment of common conditions, anywhere in the U.S. at no extra cost.
• Major insurance accepted for in-office and remote visits*

Pay-per-visit

Best for
• Quick treatment of common conditions
• Care by message or video**
• Self-pay visits – no insurance accepted or needed
• FSA/HSA eligible
*These appointments will be billed to you or your insurance
Membership
Pay-per-visit
Services
Common conditions
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Select Rx renewal
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Access
How to access care
One Medical app
Onemedical.com
Amazon.com
Schedule visits, in-office or remote*
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Message with your care team
On demand
14-day
24/7 on-demand virtual care via message** and video
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Payment
Membership fee
$9/mo or $99/yr for Prime members
$199/yr for non-Prime members
No membership fee
Prime membership required
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Cost for on-demand virtual care
Included in the membership
From $29 or $49
Insurance
Accepted for scheduled visits
Not accepted
FSA/HSA eligible
Accepted for scheduled visits
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**Messaging via Pay-per-visit is only available in 34 states
Learn more details via our FAQs
Membership
24/7 on-demand care; ongoing support for healthcare needs
$99
/yr with Prime
Cancel at any time
or
Pay-per-visit
One-time virtual visit to treat a common condition
from
$29
/visit
Prices vary by visit type & condition

Quickly treat cold sores with 24/7 virtual care

From 
$29
/message visit
$49
/video visit
Extra $10 off
on your first visit

Pay-per-visit New Customer Promotion Details


Eligibility:

This new customer promotion is only available on certain conditions. In order to qualify, you must never have purchased a visit before from Amazon One Medical Pay-per-visit (PPV).

If you qualify for this promotional discount on your first PPV visit, there's nothing extra you need to do. We'll apply the savings for you at checkout.

If you're entitled to receive benefits from any state or federal government healthcare program, you may not use Amazon One Medical PPV services and therefore are ineligible for this promotion (for more details, see One Medical Pay-per-Visit FAQs here: https://health.amazon.com/onemedical/help).

Terms:

This offer is limited to one per customer, is not available on all conditions, and cannot be combined with other offers. Amazon One Medical reserves the right to modify or cancel the offer at any time. Offer is non-transferable and may not be resold. If you violate these terms, the offer will be invalid. Sales tax may apply, which varies by state. Prices and conditions are subject to change; messaging-only visits not available in all states.

Prices vary by condition. Prices subject to change. Messaging is not available in some states.
Start a one-time virtual visit
• Self-pay visits - insurance not accepted or needed, FSA/HSA eligible
• Fast care - no appointment necessary
• Prime not required
• Your health data is secure and protected by our practices and by law
How it works
1. Choose a condition you need help with, answer some questions, and connect with a provider through message or video
2. Pick up any prescribed medication at a pharmacy of your choice or have it delivered
3. You have 14 days to follow up with the provider on any questions you may have
Explore ways to get care
Compare

Membership

Best for
• Booking same/next-day appointments* at offices near you with the app
• Booking primary care visits* for mental health, preventive care, chronic conditions, and more in states where we have offices
• 24/7 on-demand virtual care for quick treatment of common conditions, anywhere in the U.S. at no extra cost.
• Major insurance accepted for in-office and remote visits*

Pay-per-visit

Best for
• Quick treatment of common conditions
• Care by message or video**
• Self-pay visits – no insurance accepted or needed
• FSA/HSA eligible
*These appointments will be billed to you or your insurance
Membership
Pay-per-visit
Services
Common conditions
checkmark in a teal circle
checkmark in a teal circle
Select Rx renewal
checkmark in a teal circle
checkmark in a teal circle
Access
How to access care
One Medical app
Onemedical.com
Amazon.com
Schedule visits, in-office or remote*
checkmark in a teal circle
white x in a grey circle
Message with your care team
On demand
14-day
24/7 on-demand virtual care via message** and video
checkmark in a teal circle
checkmark in a teal circle
Payment
Membership fee
$9/mo or $99/yr for Prime members
$199/yr for non-Prime members
No membership fee
Prime membership required
white x in a grey circle
white x in a grey circle
Cost for on-demand virtual care
Included in the membership
From $29 or $49
Insurance
Accepted for scheduled visits
Not accepted
FSA/HSA eligible
Accepted for scheduled visits
checkmark in a teal circle
**Messaging via Pay-per-visit is only available in 34 states
Learn more details via our FAQs
Membership
24/7 on-demand care; ongoing support for healthcare needs
$99
/yr with Prime
Cancel at any time
or
Pay-per-visit
One-time virtual visit to treat a common condition
from
$29
/visit
Prices vary by visit type & condition

Quickly treat cold sores with 24/7 virtual care

From 
$29
/message visit
$49
/video visit
Extra $10 off
on your first visit

Pay-per-visit New Customer Promotion Details


Eligibility:

This new customer promotion is only available on certain conditions. In order to qualify, you must never have purchased a visit before from Amazon One Medical Pay-per-visit (PPV).

If you qualify for this promotional discount on your first PPV visit, there's nothing extra you need to do. We'll apply the savings for you at checkout.

If you're entitled to receive benefits from any state or federal government healthcare program, you may not use Amazon One Medical PPV services and therefore are ineligible for this promotion (for more details, see One Medical Pay-per-Visit FAQs here: https://health.amazon.com/onemedical/help).

Terms:

This offer is limited to one per customer, is not available on all conditions, and cannot be combined with other offers. Amazon One Medical reserves the right to modify or cancel the offer at any time. Offer is non-transferable and may not be resold. If you violate these terms, the offer will be invalid. Sales tax may apply, which varies by state. Prices and conditions are subject to change; messaging-only visits not available in all states.

Prices vary by condition. Prices subject to change. Messaging is not available in some states.
Start a one-time virtual visit
• Self-pay visits - insurance not accepted or needed, FSA/HSA eligible
• Fast care - no appointment necessary
• Prime not required
• Your health data is secure and protected by our practices and by law
How it works
1. Choose a condition you need help with, answer some questions, and connect with a provider through message or video
2. Pick up any prescribed medication at a pharmacy of your choice or have it delivered
3. You have 14 days to follow up with the provider on any questions you may have
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What causes cold sores?

Cold sores, also known as fever blisters, are caused by a herpes simplex virus (usually HSV-1). Once you’re infected with the virus, it stays in your neurons and can be reactivated throughout your life. Most people with oral herpes are infected in childhood.

When is the best time to start cold sore treatment?

Antiviral cold sore medications work best when taken within 3 days of symptoms starting. When taken at the start of an outbreak, these medications can reduce the severity of your symptoms, shorten your outbreak, and lower your risk of spreading cold sores.
Antiviral medications like valacyclovir (Valtrex) can also be taken long-term to suppress the herpes virus (HSV) in people who experience 6 or more cold sore outbreaks in a year.

Is Pay-per-visit right for me?

You're 18-64
You’ve been diagnosed with oral herpes (cold sores)
You don’t have kidney problems, a seizure disorder, or an immunocompromising condition
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You're not pregnant

Commonly prescribed cold sore medications

Your Amazon One Medical provider will determine which (if any) oral herpes treatment is medically appropriate for you based on your symptoms and health history. If you're prescribed medication, pick it up at a pharmacy of your choice. Choose Amazon Pharmacy for free delivery and transparent Prime pricing. The cost of your prescribed medication may be covered by health insurance.
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Antiviral medications
• Acyclovir (Zovirax)
• Famciclovir (Famvir)
• Valacyclovir (Valtrex)
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Not sure where to start?

For a one-time fee of $49, a Pay-per-visit telemedicine provider can diagnose and treat common health complaints, renew prescriptions, and answer your questions in real time. Restrictions apply.
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Frequently asked questions

About Amazon One Medical

What are your telehealth options for oral herpes treatment?
Amazon One Medical offers multiple ways to get care from the comfort of your own home.
If you're a One Medical member and you live in a state where One Medical has offices, you can schedule Remote Visits with One Medical providers, which are billable to you or your health insurance. As a member, you can also get 24/7 on-demand virtual care with Treat Me Now or Urgent Video Chat via the One Medical app at no extra cost, no matter where you live in the United States.
If you're not a One Medical member, you can start a one-time virtual visit with Pay-per-visit. Pay-per-visit offers 2 types of telehealth for Amazon customers: video visits and message-only visits. Video visits are available from $49 in all 50 states and D.C. Message-only visits are available from $29 in 36+ states.*
To see your Pay-per-visit options for this condition, start a one-time virtual visit and choose your state.
*State availability varies by condition. Prices subject to change.
Can I use my health insurance for Amazon One Medical Pay-per-visit?
Amazon One Medical doesn't accept health insurance for Pay-per-visit care. You can submit a claim to your insurance provider for reimbursement, but we can’t guarantee they’ll reimburse you for your one-time virtual visit.
If you normally use insurance to pay for your medications, you can do that with medications prescribed through all Amazon One Medical services. Amazon Pharmacy accepts most insurance plans. For other pharmacies, please talk with your pharmacy directly about insurance coverage. The cost of medication isn’t included in the cost of your visit.
What happens if my provider can't diagnose or treat my health issue through Pay-per-visit?
If your provider can’t diagnose or treat your health issue through Pay-per-visit, they may recommend that you see a primary care provider or a specialist for in-person care. If that happens, you won't be charged.
Can I communicate with a provider after I get my Pay-per-visit treatment plan?
Yes. When you use Pay-per-visit, you can message with One Medical providers within your personal dashboard for an additional 2 weeks (14 days) at no extra cost. This complimentary communication window allows you time to:
• Ask follow-up questions about any prescriptions or over-the-counter medications in your treatment plan
• Connect with a provider if you think your treatment needs to be adjusted
• Tell a provider if you're experiencing side effects from your medication
• Tell a provider if there's an issue getting your prescription from the pharmacy
• Let the One Medical care team know that you're feeling better
Your secure, HIPAA-compliant message will be received by the first available provider, who will be able to review your visit’s treatment plan and any follow-up correspondence. If you still need treatment adjustments or have questions after the 14-day communication window, you'll need to start a new visit.
What if I want to refill my medication?
If your provider didn't include refills with a prescription when they sent your treatment plan through Pay-per-visit, you'll need to start a new one-time virtual visit to request another prescription.
There are many reasons why a provider may decide that prescription refills aren't medically appropriate. For example, they may want to assess how well a medication is working and whether or not it needs to be adjusted before you continue with the same treatment.
How does Amazon One Medical protect my health information?
Amazon One Medical protects customers’ protected health information (PHI) with stringent, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)-compliant privacy and security practices to keep information safe and secure.
We’re committed to building an infrastructure that fosters and promotes a culture of customer privacy and a strong commitment to safeguarding health information. We maintain administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect customer information. This includes conducting rigorous security reviews and testing during product development, using encryption to protect data, and providing features like two-step verification to help customers protect their accounts.
Amazon does not sell customers’ personal information, including PHI.

About cold sores and the herpes virus

How do I prevent cold sore outbreaks naturally?
Because recurring cold sores are caused by the reactivation of a virus, you can help prevent outbreaks by taking care of your immune system. Getting the recommended amounts of sleep and exercise, eating healthy food, and keeping your stress levels down can help defend your body against all kinds of illness, including HSV-1.
You can also help prevent cold sores by protecting yourself from too much sun exposure, and by keeping your lips moisturized when you visit the dentist. Both UV light and dental procedures can cause subtle lip damage known to reactivate HSV-1.
Can I give herpes to someone else even if I don't have symptoms?
Yes, you can infect someone with oral herpes or genital herpes even when you're not having symptoms like fever blisters or genital lesions. But you're more likely to spread the virus if you have active sores or scabs.
Can I request treatment for future cold sore outbreaks?
Yes. You can request a cold sore prescription to treat future outbreaks through Amazon One Medical so you'll have your medication on hand to take at the first sign of oral herpes. When taken within 72 hours of symptoms starting, antiviral medications are clinically proven to help fever blisters heal faster.
Clinical sources
1. Corey, L., & Spear, P. G. (1986). Infections with herpes simplex viruses (1). The New England journal of medicine, 314(11), 686–691. Retrieved from https://www.nejm.org/doi/10.1056/NEJM198603133141105
2. World Health Organization. (2023). Herpes simplex virus. Who.int; World Health Organization: WHO. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/herpes-simplex-virus
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