Yes. Our medical providers can write prescriptions when medically necessary and in compliance with MeMD’s prescription policy. Please be informed that MeMD is not a replacement for your primary care physician or…
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What kind of medications can MeMD providers prescribe?
When medically necessary, MeMD providers can electronically prescribe medications to treat your condition, which you can then pick up from the local pharmacy that you selected from our database of pharmacies. Some…
Read more >Will my provider be able to refill my prescription?
Our Providers will discuss your health history and assess whether a refill is safe at this time or whether it would be prudent to see your primary care physician in person. The…
Read more >Can MeMD providers send prescriptions to Canadian, online or mail-order pharmacies?
Unfortunately no, MeMD Providers are only able to electronically send prescriptions to verified pharmacies within the United States. We are unable to send prescriptions to Canadian pharmacies, mail-order pharmacies, or online pharmacies.
Read more >I am out of my blood pressure pills, thyroid medications or my diabetes medications. Can MeMD issue a refill?
Blood pressure is better controlled than uncontrolled, so it is possible that we can help you on a temporary basis. Our Providers will discuss your health history and assess whether a refill…
Read more >Can MeMD prescribe oxygen tanks, wheelchairs or durable medical equipment (e.g. scooters, splints)?
Generally we cannot prescribe these items because they require monitoring, follow-up and an in-person physical assessment.
Read more >Are you able to prescribe referral notes for physical or occupational therapy?
Our providers cannot prescribe or write referral notes.
Read more >Can I get birth control pills or another maintenance medication prescribed through MeMD?
Generally, this depends on your history and the Provider’s assessment of the risks and benefits to you. If you are currently taking this medication, a MeMD Provider can discuss your health history…
Read more >Why does MeMD not prescribe narcotics, testosterone, HCG, controlled substances and certain other drugs (e.g. tramadol, soma, fioricet)?
Controlled substances have the potential for addiction and must be carefully prescribed, as should other medications such as testosterone and HCG, since use of these medications require on-going monitoring by a physician….
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