Is TeleDirectMD in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield in Arizona?
Yes — TeleDirectMD (Parth Bhavsar, MD, NPI: 1104323203) is contracted as an in-network telehealth provider with Blue Cross Blue Shield commercial plans in Arizona. Typical Blue Cross Blue Shield telehealth copay in Arizona is $10–$40. Visits cover over 60 adult conditions including UTI, sinus infection, strep, pink eye, yeast infection, BV, COVID-19, cold sores, shingles, contraception refills, and stable refills for hypertension, cholesterol, diabetes, asthma, and thyroid. Self-pay is also available for $79 flat (FSA/HSA eligible). Per Penn Medicine, JAMA Network Open (2024), telehealth visits cost roughly five times less than equivalent in-person primary care ($96 vs $509 mean), and prescriptions are sent electronically to your Arizona pharmacy within minutes.
Medically reviewed by Parth Bhavsar, MD · Updated May 19, 2026
BCBS In-Network — Arizona
Online Doctor That Accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona in Arizona
TeleDirectMD is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona commercial plans in Arizona. See a board-certified physician by video — your standard BCBS copay applies (typically $10–$40).
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona is a major commercial insurer in the Phoenix metro. TeleDirectMD is in-network with BCBS of Arizona alongside Aetna and UHC, covering most Arizona commercial members.
Does Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona cover telemedicine visits in Arizona?
Yes — TeleDirectMD is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona commercial plans in Arizona. Dr. Parth Bhavsar, MD evaluates your symptoms by secure video and sends prescriptions directly to your Arizona pharmacy if appropriate. Your standard Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona copay applies — typically $10–$40 for most Arizona commercial plans. Self-pay is $79 flat if you prefer.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Telehealth Copay in Arizona
Typical Copay Range
$10–$40
Employer Plans
Often $0–$20 for employer plans
BCBS of Arizona commercial telehealth copays vary by plan. Verify at azblue.com.
Copay ranges are estimates based on published plan data (April 2026). Your exact cost depends on your specific plan. Verify at your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona member portal or call the number on your card before booking. Self-pay $79 flat always available.
Conditions Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Covers via Telehealth in Arizona
Select a condition to see BCBS + Arizona specific coverage details, copay estimates, and prescription information.
Serving Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Members Across Arizona
TeleDirectMD serves Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona members throughout Arizona, including Phoenix, Tucson, Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, and all surrounding areas. Care is delivered via secure video — your location within Arizona does not affect your eligibility to book. As long as you are physically in Arizona during your visit, your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona coverage applies.
Major Arizona employers whose plans may be in-network with TeleDirectMD via Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona include: Banner Health, Intel, American Express, Honeywell. Verify your specific plan at https://www.azblue.com/member.
How to Use Your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Benefits in Arizona
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Step 1
Book online
Have your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona member ID ready at teledirectmd.com/book-online.
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Step 2
We verify benefits
Your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona coverage is confirmed before the visit — or pay $79 self-pay.
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Step 3
Video visit + Rx
Same-day video with Dr. Bhavsar, MD. Prescription sent to your pharmacy at visit end.
What Actually Happens During Your Visit
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Before your visit
What to have ready
Your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona member ID card, a list of current medications, your pharmacy name and zip code, and 5–10 minutes of quiet time. Your phone's camera needs to be working — that's it.
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Visit start
What you'll see on screen
A secure, HIPAA-compliant video window opens. You'll see Dr. Bhavsar, MD — not a bot, not a PA. The average visit runs 8–12 minutes. He'll ask about your symptoms, review your history, and ask follow-up questions.
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During your visit
What Dr. Bhavsar, MD evaluates
For your condition: Dr. Bhavsar, MD uses validated clinical criteria — not a generic symptom checklist — to assess your presentation, rule out red flags that require in-person care, and determine whether a prescription is appropriate.
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Visit end
Your prescription
If a prescription is clinically appropriate, it is sent electronically to your preferred pharmacy before the video call ends. Most pharmacies fill it within 1–2 hours. You'll also receive a visit summary.
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After your visit
Your insurance claim
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona receives the claim automatically — billing codes 99213 or 99214 depending on visit complexity. Your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Explanation of Benefits (EOB) arrives within 2–4 weeks showing what was billed and your cost.
All Insurance Plans Accepted in Arizona
Arizona is one of TeleDirectMD's strongest markets — 3 major insurers accepted here, covering the majority of Arizona employer plan members.
NPI: 1104323203 · Dr. Parth Bhavsar, MD · Board-Certified Family Medicine
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona + Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. TeleDirectMD is contracted as an in-network telehealth provider with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona commercial plans in Arizona. Dr. Parth Bhavsar, MD (NPI: 1104323203) is the treating physician. If you have a Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona employer-sponsored or individual commercial plan in Arizona, your telehealth visit may be covered subject to your plan's copay or deductible. Claims are submitted electronically using CPT codes 99213/99214.
Most Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona commercial plans in Arizona have telehealth copays of $10–$40. Often $0–$20 for employer plans. BCBS of Arizona commercial telehealth copays vary by plan. Verify at azblue.com. Log into your BCBS member portal at https://www.azblue.com/member or call the member services number on your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona card to verify your exact cost. Self-pay is always available for $79 flat.
Yes. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona covers telehealth visits for most commercial plan members in Arizona. Federal telehealth parity requirements and Arizona state law ensure that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona must cover telehealth services comparably to in-person visits for most commercial plans. Your actual cost depends on your plan's copay, coinsurance, and deductible status. Medicaid, Medicare fee-for-service, and BCBS Medicaid products are not accepted.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona commercial plans in Arizona cover telehealth visits for UTI, sinus infection, strep throat, ear infection, pink eye, flu, asthma inhaler refills, hypertension medication refills, acid reflux, yeast infections, and many more. Coverage depends on your specific plan benefits. Use the conditions grid below to explore specific condition + BCBS + Arizona coverage details.
Book at teledirectmd.com/book-online, select "Insurance" as your payment method, and have your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona member ID card ready. We verify your coverage before your visit begins. You can also book self-pay for $79 flat — no insurance required, same physician and quality of care.
TeleDirectMD submits your claim electronically to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona using CPT code 99213 (standard complexity) or 99214 (moderate complexity). Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona processes the claim and applies it to your benefits. You'll receive an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona within 2–4 weeks showing what was billed (typically $150–$250) and your responsibility (your copay or deductible portion). Questions? Call the member services number on the back of your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona card.
The following plan types are not accepted: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Medicaid, BCBS Community Health Plan, Medicare fee-for-service, and BCBS Medicare Advantage plans. If you are unsure about your plan type, self-pay is available for $79 flat — same physician and care quality, no insurance required.
Yes. Telehealth visits with a licensed physician are qualified medical expenses eligible for FSA and HSA payment. If your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona plan applies your deductible before covering the visit, your FSA or HSA card can be used to pay your cost-sharing. The $79 self-pay option is also FSA/HSA eligible.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona covers the telehealth visit under your medical benefit. Prescription coverage is handled by your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona pharmacy benefit. Most first-line medications for common conditions (antibiotics, antivirals, PPIs, antihypertensives) are Tier 1 generic drugs covered by virtually all Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona commercial plans for $4–$15. Check your BCBS formulary at https://www.azblue.com/member or ask your pharmacy.
If your specific Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona plan is not in-network with TeleDirectMD in Arizona, you can still see Dr. Bhavsar, MD as a self-pay patient for a flat $79 fee. You may also submit an out-of-network claim to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona for partial reimbursement depending on your plan's out-of-network benefit.
Log into your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona member portal at https://www.azblue.com/member, navigate to "Benefits," and look for "Telehealth" or "Virtual Care" under your plan details. You can also call the member services number on the back of your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona card. When calling, ask: "Is TeleDirectMD in-network for telehealth?" and "What is my telehealth copay?" Have your member ID ready.
In most Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona commercial plans in Arizona, telehealth copays are equal to or lower than your primary care in-person copay. Many employer-sponsored Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona plans carry $0 telehealth copays — particularly since the post-pandemic expansion of telehealth benefits. Your specific plan determines the exact amount. Log into https://www.azblue.com/member to confirm your telehealth cost-sharing.
Or pay $79 cash — see the full pricing breakdown across every care setting (TeleDirectMD vs. ER, urgent care, retail clinic, and other telehealth platforms).
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Coverage and plan acceptance are subject to change; this page reflects active contracts verified monthly. Copay estimates draw from published plan data. Verify your exact cost with your insurer before booking. TeleDirectMD does not guarantee coverage for any specific service. Dr. Parth Bhavsar, MD · NPI: 1104323203 · Board-Certified Family Medicine · contact@teledirectmd.com.