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HOW IT WORKS
Feeling better starts here
Get an account
Pay a flat fee, regardless of insurance status. A K Health membership is $49 for your first month, which includes unlimited virtual visits, or a one-time visit is $73.
Chat with a provider
Text with medical providers whenever, from wherever—no appointment needed.* Bypass hold music, travel time, and waiting rooms.
Start feeling better
Your provider shares your treatment plan, and if needed they’ll send a prescription to your local pharmacy. Text us 24/7 if you don’t feel better soon.
*Available for adults 18+ in all 48 continental US states. Not available in Alaska or Hawaii.
K Health memberships are not insurance and exclude ancillary services (e.g., labs, equipment, cost of medication, etc). Medical care is provided by K Health’s affiliated professional corporations. See Terms of Service.
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Care when you need it
Doctors are available 24/7 via text—no appointment or insurance necessary.
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Get medication ASAP and get on with your day. If your symptoms don’t improve, we’re always a text away.
No wasted time
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In-person urgent care
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Rash FAQs
What types of rashes can be treated online?
Rashes are areas of irritated and sometimes swollen skin. Most times, they are itchy, painful, scaley, and red. Sometimes rashes lead to blisters or areas of raw skin.
If you notice a rash starting to form on your skin or another type of skin reaction, seek medical treatment to care for the rash. You can do this through an appointment on a telehealth platform, such as K Health. Telehealth appointments are safe, secure, and effective at treating several skin rashes and other conditions related to your hair, skin, and nails, such as:
- Itchy skin
- Eczema
- Psoriasis
- Warts
- Rosacea
- Skin infections
- Skin rashes
- Acne
- Itchy scalp and other scalp conditions
- Nail fungus and other nail concerns
What causes rashes?
Several reasons exist for why rashes form on the skin.
Allergic contact dermatitis
Allergic contact dermatitis is when your immune system overreacts to a normal substance and treats it like a threat. When your skin is exposed to the substance, your immune system sends out a strong response causing you to develop a rash that is usually very itchy.
Common causes of allergic dermatitis include:
- Cosmetics
- Perfumes
- Poison ivy and poison oak
- Certain types of jewelry
Irritant contact dermatitis
Irritant contact dermatitis occurs when certain chemicals damage the skin and cause a rash to form that may be painful.
Common causes of irritant contact dermatitis include:
- Strong soaps
- Household cleaners
- Pesticides
- Body fluids, for example, diaper rashes caused by urine or stool
- Nail polish remover
Other causes for rashes
Several other conditions may cause rashes, such as:
- Skin disorders like eczema and psoriasis
- Insect bites
- Infections such as shingles, chicken pox, or measles
- Overheating, causing heat rash
How are rashes treated?
The treatment for your rash depends on the underlying cause, what area of your skin is affected, and the severity of your symptoms. Some types of rashes clear up on their own after a few days to a week.
Your telehealth provider may ask you questions to get to the source of the rash, such as:
- When did the rash start, and do you have any other symptoms?
- Have you recently tried a new lotion, soap, or laundry detergent?
- Have you recently been walking in an area where there may be poison ivy or poison oak?
- Are you wearing a new type of cosmetic or perfume?
- Have you recently been around anyone sick?
- Do you have an underlying skin condition?
- Have you recently been spending time in the sun?
Depending on what your medical provider determines, they may make some of the following suggestions:
- Calcineurin inhibitors applied to your skin as a cream or ointment
- Topical steroids such as hydrocortisone or prescription ointments or creams
- Over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription antifungal creams
- Prescription antibiotics for a skin infection
- Phototherapy involves exposing your skin to a certain amount of natural or artificial light daily
- Using oral or injectable corticosteroids for severe cases
How can I get rid of a rash?
Sometimes you can get rid of a rash without a medical provider’s help. For instance, these home remedies may help get rid of a rash:
- Immediately wash an area potentially exposed to poison ivy or poison oak with soap and water.
- Lukewarm baths containing ground oatmeal or baking soda may help with itch relief.
- Diligently applying fragrance-free oil or water-based lotions may help.
- Sometimes, taking vitamin D and probiotics help clear up skin rashes.
- Taking an OTC allergy medication can help keep allergic dermatitis at bay.
- Wearing loose-fitting cotton clothing helps prevent chafing or rubbing of the skin.
- Applying a cool washcloth to the rash sometimes soothes irritation.
- Applying a non-prescription anti-inflammatory ointment containing steroids, such as hydrocortisone, can relieve itching.
- Try swapping your scented laundry detergent for a non-scented detergent. Try this also with other products you put on your skin.
- Apply a baking soda paste by mixing lukewarm water with baking soda into a paste-like substance.
- Apply aloe vera to soothe your skin.
Are rashes serious?
Most rashes are not serious, although some can be. Seek emergency medical attention if you are experiencing the following symptoms:
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- A rash around your eyes, mouth, or genitals
- Severe skin pain
- Swelling in your face, especially around your eyes
- Itching that is so severe you can’t sleep
- Your rash is coming from the majority of your body
- You are experiencing a fever with your rash
Are antibiotics used to treat rashes?
Antibiotics treat bacterial infections. If your rash is occurring because of a bacterial infection, your medical provider may write you a prescription for an antibiotic.
A common skin condition caused by bacteria is cellulitis. Cellulitis causes pain, redness, and swelling in the skin. It occurs when bacteria enter breaks in the skin, such as cuts, burns, bug bites, or through cracks in dry skin. Cellulitis requires antibiotics for treatment.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I get a prescription online through the K Health app?
Yes! If a clinician practicing on the K Health Platform decides you need a prescription, they’ll send it to your local pharmacy, or we may be able to mail it to your door.
What’s included in the K Health membership?
Our K Health membership includes nearly everything K Health offers:
- Unlimited text-based visits with licensed medical providers
- 24/7 Urgent Care without an appointment
- Flexible appointments for chronic condition management
- Easy prescription management and renewals
- Treatment for anxiety and depression, including medication shipped to your door (medication cost not included)
- As always, no insurance needed, all on your own schedule
*24/7 Urgent Care is available in 48 states of the US. Not available in Alaska or Hawaii.
K Health memberships are not insurance and do not include any ancillary services, (e.g.) laboratory tests, durable medical equipment, appointments with other providers or specialists that we may refer you to, emergency or in-person urgent care facility visits; cost of medication and other referrals. Medical care is provided by K Health’s affiliated professional corporations. See Terms of Service.
How much does K Health cost?
If you want to chat with a medical provider, you can purchase a membership for just $49 for the first month, which gives you access to:
- Unlimited text-based visits with licensed medical providers
- 24/7 Urgent Care without an appointment
- Flexible appointments for chronic condition management
- Easy prescription management and renewals
- Treatment for anxiety and depression, including medication shipped to your door (medication cost not included)
- As always, no insurance needed, all on your own schedule
After your first month, you’ll automatically be enrolled in a quarterly plan (which is $147 each time). You’re free to cancel until 1 day before your membership renewal date.
If you prefer, you can instead pay for a one-time virtual visit, which costs $73 and includes 1 week of follow-up chats. You can also download the K Health app and use our smart Symptom Checker for free.
*24/7 Urgent Care is available in 48 states of the US. Not available in Alaska or Hawaii.
K Health memberships are not insurance and do not include any ancillary services, (e.g.) laboratory tests, durable medical equipment, appointments with other providers or specialists that we may refer you to, emergency or in-person urgent care facility visits; cost of medication and other referrals. Medical care is provided by K Health’s affiliated professional corporations. See Terms of Service.
Do you need insurance to use K Health?
Nope!
We’ve created efficient ways to bring the cost of healthcare way down and make quality care accessible to everyone, without needing to use health insurance.
You can sign up for our K Health membership which includes access to our Primary Care program, 24/7 Urgent Care visits, treatment for anxiety and depression, and more,* or you can pay for a one-time virtual visit. Plus, our Symptom Checker is always free to use.
Learn more about our approach to pricing
*24/7 Urgent Care is available in 48 states of the US. Not available in Alaska or Hawaii.
K Health memberships are not insurance and do not include any ancillary services, (e.g.) laboratory tests, durable medical equipment, appointments with other providers or specialists that we may refer you to, emergency or in-person urgent care facility visits; cost of medication and other referrals. Medical care is provided by K Health’s affiliated professional corporations.
See Terms of Service.
Can I use my insurance to pay for K Health?
With the exception of certain Surest and Elevance Health plans, we don’t accept insurance to pay for K Health memberships, one-time Urgent Care virtual visits, or mail-order medication, but we keep our prices low to keep medical care accessible to everyone. In many cases, our prices are lower than your insurance copay would have been!
If your medical provider prescribes you medication to pick up at your local pharmacy or orders bloodwork to a lab of your choice, you can use your insurance at those locations.
Are there any conditions that K Health doesn’t treat?
K Health-affiliated medical providers can diagnose and treat most things you might see an in-person primary care doctor for. However, there are sometimes instances when we recommend you see a doctor in person.
For example, ear infections and strep throat are two common conditions that require an in-person consultation for diagnosis. However, K Health-affiliated providers can help assess severity and provide guidance on what to do next.
We also don’t treat anyone who:
- is under 18 years old
- lives in Hawaii or Alaska
- has a medical condition that requires a specialist (on a case by case basis)
- is currently pregnant
- is currently being treated for cancer with chemotherapy or radiotherapy
- has an autoimmune disease
- is currently on immunosuppressants
- is diagnosed with AIDS
- is currently in hospice care
- has a history of organ transplant
- is dependent on oxygen
- has significant liver, kidney, or other organ failure
- is seeking medical management related to worker’s comp or injury litigation
We don’t prescribe controlled substances, and we cannot prescribe other high-risk medications that are subject to abuse. Learn more in our Medical Policies.
*24/7 Urgent Care is available in all 48 continental US states. Not available in Alaska or Hawaii. K Health memberships are not insurance and exclude ancillary services (e.g., referrals, labs, equipment, cost of medication, etc). Medical care is provided by K Health’s affiliated professional corporations. See Terms of Service.
Is the data I share with K Health private?
Yes!
The K Health app is governed by HIPAA, and we apply high-security standards to protect your personal information and your privacy. K Health is also compliant with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”). We will use your data only to improve our services and to provide them to you. You can learn more in our Privacy Policy.
Do you provide doctor’s notes and sick notes?
During a visit, K Health-affiliated medical providers can only provide a note stating the date when they saw you and that care was provided.
Can I really chat with a doctor whenever I want to?
Yes! Licensed clinicians are available 24/7 via the K Health app for Urgent Care needs in all 48 continental US states. Not available in Alaska or Hawaii.
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