Online Doctor Visits & Emergency Telemedicine · All 254 TX Counties & 64 LA Parishes
24/7 Telemedicine & Virtual Urgent Care in Texas & Louisiana.
Skip the waiting room. Connect by video 24/7 with a Texas or Louisiana-licensed emergency physician or nurse practitioner. We verify commercial insurance up front, outline a clear care plan, and coordinate in-person ER care when needed.
What is bothering you?
You do not need to know the diagnosis before asking for care. Start with the symptom or question that brought you here.
UTI, bladder & pelvic symptoms
Burning with urination, frequent urgency, bladder pressure, or pelvic discomfort evaluated on live video.
Video history and symptom review for uncomplicated urinary and pelvic concerns; direct ER referral if flank pain or high fever suggests kidney involvement.
Maintenance Care Continuity
Short-term care continuity questions for established blood pressure, thyroid, diabetes, cholesterol, or asthma plans.
Review of existing care labels, dosing history, and home vital readings for short-term continuity (no controlled substances).
Cold, flu & fever
Sudden fever, body aches, chills, cough, and nasal congestion evaluated from home over live video.
Breathing and symptom timeline evaluation by video, with guidance on home monitoring, recovery timelines, and when in-person testing is needed.
Sinus pain & congestion
Facial or upper tooth pressure, blocked nasal passages, sinus headache, and congestion lasting more than 10 days.
Distinguishes viral congestion from acute sinusitis using clinical duration and severity criteria and outlines a clear home recovery plan.
Sore throat & strep
Painful swallowing, swollen tonsils, tender neck glands, hoarseness, or mouth irritation checked on camera.
Visual throat exam and Centor score assessment on camera, plus rapid strep test coordination when an in-person throat swab is needed.
Rashes, shingles & skin infections
Shingles, hives, cellulitis, poison ivy, eczema flares, impetigo, cold sores, and insect bites examined over HD video.
High-resolution video inspection of skin lesions to check rash borders, blistering, and spreading warmth, with clear guidance on when in-person care is required.
Pediatric Urgent Care, Nighttime Fevers, Croup & Rashes
Childhood fever, earache, barking croup cough, hand-foot-mouth, roseola, pink eye, stomach bug, school/daycare notes
Calm 24/7 video evaluation for parents with hydration and symptom guidance or clear direction on when an infant or child needs an in-person ER exam.
Ear Infections (Otitis Media), Swimmer’s Ear & Ear Pressure
Throbbing earache, swimmer’s ear (otitis externa), muffled hearing, Eustachian tube fullness, post-cold ear pain
Symptom triage for outer and middle ear discomfort, outer ear inspection, and guidance on when an in-person otoscopic exam is needed.
Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis), Styes, Chalazion & Eye Allergies
Redness, morning crusting, eye discharge, eyelid stye (hordeolum), chalazion, itchy watery eyes
Close-up camera exam to evaluate conjunctivitis, eyelid styes, or subconjunctival redness and screen for vision changes requiring an in-person eye exam.
Seasonal Allergies, Cedar Fever & Acute Hives
Sneezing, itchy eyes, post-nasal drip, Texas cedar/oak/mold flares, acute hives, seasonal allergy flares
Symptom review for seasonal allergy flares or mild hives, with direct in-person emergency room escalation for severe allergic reactions or breathing trouble.
Acute Bronchitis, Chest Cough & Walking Pneumonia Triage
Persistent productive cough, chest rattle, post-viral wheezing, nighttime cough fits, prolonged low-grade fever
Respiratory effort and cough timeline check on video, with supportive care guidance or chest X-ray escalation at Bellaire ER.
Asthma Action Plans & Mild Breathing Flare Evaluation
Mild wheezing, seasonal asthma triggers, or questions about existing asthma action plans
Breathing evaluation and asthma action plan review on camera; direct in-person emergency room escalation for shortness of breath or respiratory distress.
Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Acid Reflux & GI Care
Nausea, vomiting, viral stomach flu, food poisoning, traveler’s diarrhea, GERD/heartburn, constipation, IBS, hemorrhoids
Dehydration and abdominal red-flag screening by video, with oral rehydration guidance or direct Bellaire ER escalation for IV fluids and CT imaging.
Acute Migraines, Tension Headaches & Vertigo (BPPV)
Migraine with or without aura, throbbing head pain, light sensitivity, tension headache, room-spinning vertigo/dizziness
Neurological HINTS and red-flag screening on video, positional vertigo maneuvers, and immediate ER referral for sudden thunderclap headache.
COVID-19 Symptom Evaluation & Care Guidance
Positive home COVID-19 test, fever, loss of taste/smell, sore throat, cough, fatigue, isolation questions
Risk-factor, symptom timeline, and breathing review on video with guidance on home monitoring, isolation timelines, and return-to-work notes.
Insect Bites, Fire Ant Stings, Spider Bites & Tick Bites
Localized swelling, spreading redness, fire ant/spider/bee stings, attached tick removal, bullseye rash concerns
Video inspection for secondary cellulitis or tick-borne exposure, with wound care guidance and clear criteria for in-person evaluation.
Acute Lower Back Pain, Sciatica, Neck Strain & Spasms
Lower back strain, lumbar muscle spasm, sciatica nerve flare, stiff neck (torticollis), lifting injury
Movement and red-flag nerve screening on camera, recovery positioning guidance, and immediate ER referral if numbness or weakness is present.
Minor Injuries, Sprains, Acute Gout & First-Degree Burns
Ankle/wrist sprain, acute gout flare (big toe/joint swelling), minor cooking/sunburn, contusion, X-ray triage
Ottawa joint rule screening over video, minor burn and wound assessment, or fast-track X-ray and wound care coordination at Bellaire ER.
High Blood Pressure Readings & Follow-Up Evaluation
Elevated home BP monitor reading, repeat cuff checks, or questions about blood pressure follow-up
Reviews home cuff readings and screens for neurological or cardiac warning signs, routing hypertensive emergencies directly to ER care.
Post-ER Follow-Up Care, Recovery Checks & Work/School Notes
Symptom re-check after an ER or hospital visit, wound healing check, recovery review, return-to-work/school note
Connects you with the emergency team that operates Bellaire ER to review recovery progress, wound healing, and absence documentation.
Acute Stress, Sleep Disruption & Non-Crisis Support
Acute stress, non-crisis anxiety symptoms, insomnia/sleep disruption, or behavioral care continuity questions
Compassionate video consultation for non-crisis stress or sleep questions and structured follow-up planning.
Online Doctor’s Note for Work or School (TX & LA)
Official medical excuse note or return-to-work/school clearance letter after an acute video illness evaluation
Live video medical evaluation of symptom timeline, 24-hour fever-free clearance, and verifiable clinician documentation for employers or schools.
Pediatric Nighttime Fever, RSV, Croup & Earache Triage
2:00 AM childhood fever, barking croup cough, RSV breathing check, ear tugging, or wet-diaper hydration questions
Parent-guided camera exam checking chest retractions, respiratory rate, and hydration; infants under 90 days with fever ≥100.4°F route to an in-person ER.
3-Week Lingering Cough & Post-Viral Bronchitis Triage
Cough lasting 2 to 6 weeks after a cold or flu, nighttime coughing spasms, post-nasal drip, or bronchial irritation
Respiratory effort and duration evaluation on camera to distinguish post-infectious bronchial sensitivity from pneumonia needing a chest X-ray.
Acute Toothache, Gum Swelling & Weekend Dental Bridge Triage
Throbbing weekend toothache, localized gum swelling, or wisdom tooth discomfort when dental offices are closed
Camera screening for facial symmetry, swallowing safety, and deep-space infection red flags to bridge care until you see a dentist.
Texas Cedar Fever, Gulf Coast Mold & Sinus Pressure
Mountain cedar pollen flare, Gulf humidity mold congestion, facial pressure, itchy eyes, and low-grade inflammatory fatigue
Differentiates Texas Cedar Fever and Gulf mold reactions from influenza or 10-day bacterial sinusitis during a live video exam.
Urgent Care vs. ER vs. Virtual ER: Triage Decision Matrix
Deciding whether an acute symptom needs a hospital ER, a walk-in clinic, or a 24/7 video visit with an emergency clinician
Applies emergency medicine rules (vital-sign stability, Ottawa joint rules, abdominal and airway red flags) to choose the right care level.
Heat Exhaustion, Dehydration & Heat Cramps vs. Heat Stroke
Heavy sweating, calf cramps, heat headache, mild nausea, or dark urine after Texas or Louisiana heat exposure
CNS alertness and orthostatic dizziness screen on video with oral electrolyte pacing and OSHA-aligned heat recovery guidance.
Gulf Coast Storm, Floodwater Exposure, Tetanus & Wound Triage
Scrapes, cuts, floodwater skin exposure, tetanus booster timing questions, or storm medication continuity
Camera wound depth and border inspection with 5-year vs. 10-year tetanus timing and brackish-water infection screening.
Stomach Flu, Norovirus, Food Poisoning & Dehydration Triage
Sudden vomiting, watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, foodborne illness, or household norovirus exposure
Four-step abdominal video triage (appendicitis migration screen) paired with a 5-mL oral rehydration protocol.
Flu A/B, RSV, COVID-19 & Strep Throat Surge Triage
High fever, chills, body aches, barking cough, or painful swallowing during a Texas or Louisiana viral surge
48-hour symptom onset window evaluation, camera throat Centor score, and return-to-school or work clearance.
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Explain the problem. Discuss a plan.
Start your visit through our booking partner, Solv. During the clinical visit, describe what is happening, ask your questions and discuss treatment or the next step with a clinician.
When your concern can be managed from home, your clinician outlines a clear care plan and recovery timeline. When you need an in-person examination or testing, the conversation makes that next step clear.
Pick an open video slot on Solv
Start from your phone, tablet, or computer anywhere in Texas or Louisiana.
Front desk confirms your insurance
We verify your commercial insurance benefits and visit details before the clinician connects.
Live video exam and care plan
Meet a licensed emergency physician or nurse practitioner for a focused evaluation and next steps.
Video care backed by the Bellaire ER clinical team.
Virtual ER visits are provided by the physicians and nurse practitioners of Bellaire ER, a licensed freestanding emergency center in Bellaire, Texas. You connect by video; you are not being directed to a Virtual ER clinic in your town.
What patients say
I used Virtual ER yesterday and it worked like a charm, computer to computer. If you have a migraine or a bad cold you can call the ER doctor and he will diagnose you with your web cam. I don't have to drag my half dead body to the doctor's office. This is GREAT!
I have taken my girls here a few time for various issues (broken arm, high fever, allergic reaction) I've always been happy with the care given. The support staff and doctors are great.
Efficient and knowledgeable Doctor! This was a very timely consultation, which is what you need when you have sick kids, in our case it was 2 kids with ear infections.
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Know the payment options before your visit.
We accept many major insurance plans and offer self-pay. Our team reviews the payment details with you before the visit. Ask about your specific plan or the current self-pay rate; Medicaid is not accepted.
Care across Texas and Louisiana.
Use the state where you are physically located for the visit, even when you are traveling away from home. The team confirms that the location and concern fit the service.
ZIPs: 77069, 77068, 77061, 77060
ZIPs: 75098, 75287, 75230, 75231
ZIPs: 70112, 70113, 70114, 70115
ZIPs: 70801, 70802, 70803, 70804
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Let’s talk about getting you care.
Start with a video visit. Your clinician can help you understand what can be addressed online and what needs care in person.
Sources and service information
Virtual ER public service overview
Information updated October 3, 2026. General information does not replace your own clinical evaluation.