Virtual ER · 24/7 Emergency Telemedicine & Virtual Urgent Care
Commercial Insurance & Upfront Benefits Verification for Telemedicine.
Virtual ER accepts many major insurance plans and offers self-pay. Coverage and your share of the cost depend on the plan and service—not simply the name on the insurance card.
Video visits · Open 24/7 · Board-certified MDs & NPs · Backed by Bellaire ER
For chest pain, severe shortness of breath, stroke symptoms, or major bleeding, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
| Decision Factor | Virtual ER 24/7 Video Visit | Walk-In Urgent Care Clinic | In-Person Emergency Room (Bellaire ER) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hours & Wait Location | Open 24/7/365 from home, work, or hotel on your phone | Typically 8 AM – 8 PM; drive + lobby wait | Open 24/7/365 at 5306 Bellaire Blvd or nearest hospital ER |
| Clinician Credentials | Licensed emergency physicians, PAs & nurse practitioners from Bellaire ER | Walk-in clinic mid-level or rotating staff | On-site emergency physicians & trauma nurses |
| Cost & Insurance Check | Commercial insurance or exact self-pay confirmed up front before exam begins | In-clinic urgent care copay + point-of-care test fees | Emergency department facility & physician billing |
| Prescriptions (e-Rx) | Same-day electronic Rx to any TX or LA retail pharmacy (no DEA controlled substances) | Sent after in-clinic visit | IV medications on site + discharge prescriptions |
| Labs, X-Ray & CT Imaging | Direct continuity handoff to Bellaire ER or local imaging center when needed | Basic rapid swabs & limited X-ray | Full on-site CT, ultrasound, digital X-ray & STAT laboratory |
What to ask before a visit.
Have the full plan name and member information available for the care team’s payment review. Ask your insurer whether telemedicine is covered, whether the relevant provider is in network and what copay, deductible or coinsurance may apply.
The team can discuss payment options before your visit. Do not send insurance-card images through a public website form.
A self-pay option is available.
No coverage for the visit, or prefer to ask about paying directly? Contact the team for the current self-pay rate and the details that apply to your request.
Medicaid is not accepted.
Virtual ER does not accept Medicaid at this time. Ask about self-pay or contact your plan to locate a participating service.
Medication coverage is a separate question.
A prescription sent after a visit may have its own pharmacy charge. Ask the pharmacy or insurer about that cost and any coverage requirements.
Verified Clinical Team · Backed by Our 24/7 Physical Emergency Room
Meet the Physicians & Nurse Practitioners Behind Your Care
Every video visit is conducted by our licensed physicians, physician assistants, and emergency nurse practitioners from Bellaire ER — combining 24/7 telemedicine convenience with the clinical depth of a real emergency department.
Backed by Our Brick-and-Mortar 24/7 Emergency Room & CT Imaging Suite
Unlike app-only telehealth directories, Virtual ER is operated by our licensed 24/7 freestanding emergency center at 5306 Bellaire Blvd, Bellaire, TX 77401 — equipped with on-site CT, digital X-ray, ultrasound, and STAT laboratory suites.
Meet all 15 physicians & nurse practitioners on our team →
Your next step
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.