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Acid reflux (GERD) treatment

Experiencing heartburn and regurgitation? Prescription medications can target acid production in the stomach.

Quickly treat acid reflux with 24/7 virtual care

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$49
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*Messaging is not available in some states
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• Self-pay visits - insurance not accepted or needed, FSA/HSA eligible
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• 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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• Major insurance accepted for in-office and remote visits*

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• Quick treatment of common conditions
• Care by message or video**
• Self-pay visits – no insurance accepted or needed
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Quickly treat acid reflux with 24/7 virtual care

$29
/message visit
$49
/video visit
*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
$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

Quickly treat acid reflux with 24/7 virtual care

$29
/message visit
$49
/video visit
*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

Get help for your health concerns with in-office visits and 24/7 virtual care

In-office and scheduled remote visits are best for ongoing care with a primary care provider, and are billed to you or your insurance (deductibles and copays apply, depending on your insurance plan). Costs are not included in the membership.

$9

/month

$99

/year
Up to
50% savings
with Prime
Auto-renews at $9/month after the first month or $99/year after the first year. Cancel anytime. Taxes may apply. Terms apply.
This benefit is exclusively for Prime members
Sign in
For $9/month, you can
Get 24/7 on-demand virtual care via video or messaging
For health issues that need further diagnosis or ongoing primary care, your provider may recommend scheduling an in-office or remote visit with One Medical (or provider of your choice).
Book same/next day appointments at offices near you with the One Medical app
Send and receive secure messages with your care team
Easily request prescription refills and renewals
Learn more about Membership
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What's the difference between acid reflux, heartburn, and GERD?

Heartburn is the uncomfortable burning sensation in the chest or throat that's caused by acid reflux, when stomach contents move up instead of down. Acid reflux is also called gastroesophageal reflux.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a more severe form of acid reflux. You can get treatment for acid reflux or GERD through Amazon One Medical.

Is Pay-per-visit right for me?

You're 18-64
You’re experiencing acid reflux symptoms like heartburn and regurgitation
You don't have complications like inflammation of the esophagus
It’s not difficult or painful to swallow
You don’t have chest pain that radiates to your back, arm, or jaw*
*If you’re experiencing radiating chest pain, please call 911 or go to an emergency room (ER) as soon as possible.

Common acid reflux treatments

Your Amazon One Medical provider will determine which (if any) acid reflux treatment is medically appropriate for you based on your symptoms and health history. If you're prescribed heartburn 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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Antacids
If you have mild acid reflux symptoms less than once a week, these over-the-counter medications can begin to neutralize stomach acids in 5 minutes and last up to an hour, but they don't cure GERD.
• Aluminum hydroxide (Maalox)
• Aluminum-magnesium hydroxide (Mylanta)
• Calcium carbonate (Tums)
• Magnesium trisilicate (Gaviscon)
• Pink bismuth (Pepto-Bismol)
• Sodium bicarbonate (Alka-Seltzer)
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Histamine 2 receptor antagonists (H2RAs)
H2RAs, also called H2 blockers, are medications that target acid production in the stomach. H2 blockers may be appropriate if you've never tried a prescription-strength heartburn medicine before and you have mild symptoms fewer than 2xs/week.
• Cimetidine (Tagamet)
• Famotidine (Pepcid AC, Zantac 360)
• Nizatidine (Axid AR)
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Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)
If you have severe heartburn symptoms, or symptoms 2xs/week or more, your provider may prescribe a PPI, a stronger GERD medication.
• Dexlansoprazole (Dexilant)
• Esomeprazole (Nexium)
• Lansoprazole (Prevacid)
• Omeprazole (Prilosec, Zegerid)
• Pantoprazole DR (Protonix)
• Rabeprazole DR (AcipHex)
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Frequently asked questions

About Amazon One Medical

What are your telehealth options for acid reflux (GERD) 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 for $49 in all 50 states and D.C. Message-only visits are available for $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.
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 acid reflux

What are the symptoms of acid reflux (GERD)?
The main symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) are heartburn and regurgitation.
• Heartburn: a burning sensation in the chest, behind the breastbone, that's usually worst after eating
• Regurgitation: the flow of gastric acid and/or undigested food up from the stomach back into the throat or mouth
More severe symptoms of GERD include the following:
• Difficulty or pain with swallowing
• Nausea or vomiting
• Heartburn that wakes you from sleep
If you have any of these more severe symptoms, a telehealth visit isn't the most appropriate option for you. You'll need to see a primary care provider for an in-person evaluation.
How do doctors relieve GERD?
Depending on the severity of your symptoms, your provider may recommend a step-up approach or a step-down approach for treating the symptoms of GERD.
• A step-up treatment approach involves starting with a low dose of medication, then raising it until symptoms stop. For example, a provider might prescribe a low-dose H2RA, then raise the dose, then prescribe a low-dose PPI.
• A step-down treatment approach starts with a higher dose of medication, which is then lowered as long as symptoms are still controlled. For example, a provider might prescribe a standard PPI dose, then an H2RA.
If you've already tried PPIs and they haven't relieved your symptoms, a telehealth visit isn't the most appropriate option for you. You'll need to see a primary care provider for an in-person evaluation.
What are some natural ways to relieve heartburn?
A number of lifestyle and dietary changes can relieve acid reflux symptoms. Though strategies should be individualized, experts generally recommend that you do the following if you suffer from heartburn:
• Lose weight
• Stay upright for 2-3 hours after eating
• Sleep with your head elevated about 6-8 inches
• Avoid food and drink that trigger your symptoms (e.g., caffeine, soda, chocolate, spicy foods)
• Wear looser clothes
• Chew sugarless gum
• Quit smoking
• Strengthen your diaphragm with abdominal breathing exercises
Clinical sources
1. NIDDK. (2019, January 16). Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults | NIDDK. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/acid-reflux-ger-gerd-adults
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