Prescription Refills: A Guide

Prescription Refills: A Guide via online doctor

Learn how you can get a prescription refill, quickly and easily with a virtual appointment.

Prescription medications are an important part of managing health conditions and maintaining good health. If you need a medication refill, virtual care is a convenient and efficient way to get the prescription you need and avoid the time waiting in a physician’s office. 

 

One significant benefit of virtual care for prescription refills is saving you time and hassle by eliminating the need to physically visit the doctor’s office. This is especially helpful if you are unable to leave the house due to illness or other circumstances, if you don’t have transportation to get to the doctor’s office, or if your busy schedule doesn’t allow you to take the time out of your day to go to a walk-in clinic.

 

To get a prescription refill through Rocket Doctor, you will need to schedule an appointment by clicking ‘See a Doctor’ on the website homepage. This can be done with your smartphone, tablet, computer or laptop. Appointments can be either video or live-chat, both of which provide a suitable means of communication with the doctor to provide the required information.

 

Virtual care and prescription refills are most appropriate for stable conditions when the prescription has not been changed recently.  Based on the information you give the doctor, they will determine whether it is appropriate to refill your prescription. If it is, they will issue a new prescription to a pharmacy of your choice where you can pick it up.

 

In some cases, you may need to provide additional information or documentation in order to refill a prescription. For example, the provider may ask for recent lab results or other information about your condition.

 

It’s important to note that virtual care is generally not appropriate for controlled substances, such as certain pain medications or sedatives. These types of medications require closer monitoring and may not be suitable for refills through virtual care. If you are taking a controlled substance and need a refill, it is sometimes necessary to see a healthcare provider in person. For those looking to taper controlled substances consider booking an appointment directly with the substance use services program on Rocket Doctor, founder here. 

 

Rocket Doctor offers an efficient way to refill prescriptions for stable chronic conditions. It allows you to connect with a healthcare provider from the comfort of your own home, and it can save you time and hassle by eliminating the need to physically visit the doctor’s office, when appropriate clinically.

 

If you need a prescription refill and would like to book a virtual appointment, click here.




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Connect with a doctor in British Columbia for a primary care consultation. Through Rocket Doctor’s platform, you can see and speak to the doctor virtually, just like you’re in the clinic.

 

The doctor can assess symptoms or concerns through a video or audio visit in order to diagnose, prescribe medication, handle refills, write lab requisitions, order imaging, refer to a specialist and more.

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Primary Care Appointment with a Doctor

Primary Care Appointment with a Doctor

Connect with a doctor in British Columbia for a primary care consultation. Through Rocket Doctor’s platform, you can see and speak to the doctor virtually, just like you’re in the clinic.

 

The doctor can assess symptoms or concerns through a video or audio visit in order to diagnose, prescribe medication, handle refills, write lab requisitions, order imaging, refer to a specialist and more.

Appointments:
FREE with BC Health Card

Appointment with a Nurse Practitioner

Appointment with a Nurse Practitioner

Connect to a Nurse Practitioner on Rocket Doctor’s platform who can assist  you with primary care, diagnosis, treatment, condition management, prescriptions and more.

This service comes at a cost of $50 per visit due to the current lack of specific billing codes for Nurse Practitioner virtual consultations under Medical Services Plan (MSP) for British Columbia.

Appointments: $50

Mental Health Appointments: $110
(60 Minute Consultation)

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The doctor can assess symptoms or concerns through a video or audio visit in order to diagnose, prescribe medication, handle refills, write lab requisitions, order imaging, refer to a specialist and more.

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Live Text Chat with a Doctor

Get the answers to your healthcare concerns from a licensed Ontario physician in real-time.

 

Connect with a doctor and chat in real-time via live text chat. Choose a time and connect with a doctor who can diagnose, prescribe medication, handle refills, write lab requisitions, order imaging, and more. 

Appointments: $55

Live Video Call with a Physician Assistant

Connect with a qualified Physician Assistant through live video call from your smart phone, tablet or computer.

 

Schedule your video medical consultation at a time that works for you. Rest assured, you’re in good hands. Our dedicated Physician Assistants are highly trained, and all cases are reviewed by a fully licensed Ontario doctor.

Appointments: $65

Live Video Call with a Doctor

Connect with a Doctor via live video call from your smart phone, tablet or computer.

As a result of changes made by the Ontario Medical Association (OMA) and the Ontario Ministry of Health, there are a very limited number of doctors providing appointments that are free of charge for OHIP-covered patients on Rocket Doctor.

Appointment wait times are expected to be significantly longer on this service, compared to our other virtual care services.

Appointments: $0 with OHIP

Substance Use Services Clinic

Rocket Doctor’s Substance Use Service is dedicated to providing support, resource, and advice to individuals struggling with substance use. Our service is tailored to give individuals the freedom to seek help in a safe, secure and confidential environment.

 

If you or someone you know is dealing with substance use issues, we are here to help.

Substance Use Services appointments are completely free with OHIP

Live Text Chat with a Doctor

Live Text Chat with a Doctor

Get the answers to your healthcare concerns from a licensed Ontario physician in real-time.

 

Connect with a doctor and chat in real-time via live text chat. Choose a time and connect with a doctor who can diagnose, prescribe medication, handle refills, write lab requisitions, order imaging, and more.

Appointments: $55

Live Video Call with a Physician Assistant

Live Video Call with a Physician Assistant

Connect with a qualified Physician Assistant through live video call from your smart phone, tablet or computer.

 

Schedule your video medical consultation at a time that works for you. Rest assured, you’re in good hands. Our dedicated Physician Assistants are highly trained, and all cases are reviewed by a fully licensed Ontario doctor.

Appointments: $65

Substance Use Services Clinic

Substance Use Services Clinic

Rocket Doctor’s Substance Use Service is dedicated to providing support, resource, and advice to individuals struggling with substance use. Our service is tailored to give individuals the freedom to seek help in a safe, secure and confidential environment.

 

If you or someone you know is dealing with substance use issues, we are here to help.

Substance Use Services appointments are completely free with OHIP

Live Video Call with a Doctor

Live Video Call with a Doctor

Connect with a Doctor via live video call from your smart phone, tablet or computer.

As a result of changes made by the Ontario Medical Association (OMA) and the Ontario Ministry of Health, there are a very limited number of doctors providing appointments that are free of charge for OHIP-covered patients on Rocket Doctor.

Appointment wait times are expected to be significantly longer on this service, compared to our other virtual care services.

Appointments: $0 with OHIP

Live Video Call with a Doctor

Connect with a Doctor via live video call from your smart phone, tablet or computer.

As a result of changes made by the Ontario Medical Association (OMA) and the Ontario Ministry of Health, there are a very limited number of doctors providing appointments that are free of charge for OHIP-covered patients on Rocket Doctor.

 

Appointment wait times are expected to be significantly longer on this service, compared to our other virtual care services.

Appointments: $0 with OHIP

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