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Florida Blue in Florida

TeleDirectMD is in-network with Florida Blue commercial plans in Florida. See a board-certified physician by video — your standard BCBS copay applies (typically $0–$30).

Florida Blue is one of Florida's largest insurers, covering millions of Floridians. TeleDirectMD is in-network with Florida Blue — the BCBS affiliate in Florida — giving most Florida residents access to same-day telehealth visits. Aetna is also in-network in Florida, giving two major insurer options.

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Board-Certified MD
Dr. Parth Bhavsar, MD — not a PA or NP
LegitScript Certified
Verified online pharmacy practice
HIPAA Compliant
Secure, encrypted video visits
NPI Verified
NPI: 1104323203 · Family Medicine
Quick Answer
Does Florida Blue cover telemedicine visits in Florida?

Yes — TeleDirectMD is in-network with Florida Blue commercial plans in Florida. Dr. Parth Bhavsar, MD evaluates your symptoms by secure video and sends prescriptions directly to your Florida pharmacy if appropriate. Your standard Florida Blue copay applies — typically $0–$30 for most Florida commercial plans. Self-pay is $49 flat if you prefer.

Florida Blue Telehealth Copay in Florida

Typical Copay Range
$0–$30
Employer Plans
Often $0 for employer plans

Florida Blue offers strong telehealth benefits. Many Florida Blue employer plans carry $0 telehealth copays.

Copay ranges are estimates based on published plan data (April 2026). Your exact cost depends on your specific plan. Verify at your Florida Blue member portal or call the number on your card before booking. Self-pay $49 flat always available.

Conditions Florida Blue Covers via Telehealth in Florida

Select a condition to see BCBS + Florida specific coverage details, copay estimates, and prescription information.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
BCBS · Florida · N39.0
Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)
BCBS · Florida · J32.9
Strep Throat
BCBS · Florida · J02.0
Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)
BCBS · Florida · H10.9
Ear Infection / Ear Pain
BCBS · Florida · H66.9
Asthma Inhaler Refills
BCBS · Florida · J45.9
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) Refills
BCBS · Florida · I10
Acid Reflux / GERD
BCBS · Florida · K21.9
Influenza (Flu)
BCBS · Florida · J11.1
Vaginal Yeast Infection
BCBS · Florida · B37.3

Without BCBS? Self-Pay Options in Florida

No BCBS plan or uninsured? TeleDirectMD offers $49 self-pay video visits for the same conditions in Florida. Browse self-pay options:

All conditions in FloridaUTI →Sinus Infection →Strep Throat →Flu →

Serving Florida Blue Members Across Florida

TeleDirectMD serves Florida Blue members throughout Florida, including Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, and all surrounding areas. Care is delivered via secure video — your location within Florida does not affect your eligibility to book. As long as you are physically in Florida during your visit, your Florida Blue coverage applies.

Major Florida employers whose plans may be in-network with TeleDirectMD via Florida Blue include: AdventHealth, HCA Healthcare, Raymond James, Publix. Verify your specific plan at https://member.floridablue.com.

How to Use Your Florida Blue Benefits in Florida

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Step 1

Book Your Visit Online

Go to teledirectmd.com/book-online. Select "Insurance" as your payment method. Have your Florida Blue member ID card ready — we verify your coverage before your visit.

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Step 2

Coverage Verified for You

We confirm your Florida Blue benefits before you join the video call. If your specific plan isn't in-network, we'll let you know so you can choose self-pay ($49) instead.

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Step 3

Video Visit with Dr. Bhavsar, MD

Connect by secure video from your phone, tablet, or computer. Dr. Bhavsar evaluates your symptoms — same clinical standard as an in-person visit, not a PA or NP.

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Step 4

Prescription Sent Instantly

If a prescription is appropriate, it's sent electronically to your preferred pharmacy the moment your visit ends. Your pharmacy benefit applies to the medication.

What Actually Happens During Your Visit

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Before your visit
What to have ready

Your Florida Blue 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 evaluates

For your condition: Dr. Bhavsar 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

Florida Blue receives the claim automatically — billing codes 99213 or 99214 depending on visit complexity. Your Florida Blue Explanation of Benefits (EOB) arrives within 2–4 weeks showing what was billed and your cost.

All Insurance Plans Accepted in Florida

Florida is one of TeleDirectMD's strongest markets — 2 major insurers accepted here, covering the majority of Florida employer plan members.

Also in-network
Aetna
10 states · Commercial plans
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
5 states · Commercial plans

How TeleDirectMD Appears in the Blue Cross Blue Shield System

Provider NPI
1104323203
Verified in NPPES national registry
Billing Codes
CPT 99213 / 99214
Standard outpatient E&M codes for telehealth
Claim Submission
Electronic / EDI
Claims submitted directly — no paperwork for you
Claims Questions
See member card
Call Blue Cross Blue Shield member services
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Ready to Use Your Florida Blue Benefits?

Board-certified physician. Same-day video visits. Prescription sent directly to your pharmacy.

Self-pay $49 flat fee always available — no insurance required.

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NPI: 1104323203 · Dr. Parth Bhavsar, MD · Board-Certified Family Medicine

Florida Blue + Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. TeleDirectMD is contracted as an in-network telehealth provider with Florida Blue commercial plans in Florida. Dr. Parth Bhavsar, MD (NPI: 1104323203) is the treating physician. If you have a Florida Blue employer-sponsored or individual commercial plan in Florida, your telehealth visit may be covered subject to your plan's copay or deductible. Claims are submitted electronically using CPT codes 99213/99214.

Most Florida Blue commercial plans in Florida have telehealth copays of $0–$30. Often $0 for employer plans. Florida Blue offers strong telehealth benefits. Many Florida Blue employer plans carry $0 telehealth copays. Log into your BCBS member portal at https://member.floridablue.com or call the member services number on your Florida Blue card to verify your exact cost. Self-pay is always available for $49 flat.

Yes. Florida Blue covers telehealth visits for most commercial plan members in Florida. Federal telehealth parity requirements and Florida state law ensure that Florida Blue 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.

Florida Blue commercial plans in Florida 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 + Florida coverage details.

Book at teledirectmd.com/book-online, select "Insurance" as your payment method, and have your Florida Blue member ID card ready. We verify your coverage before your visit begins. You can also book self-pay for $49 flat — no insurance required, same physician and quality of care.

TeleDirectMD submits your claim electronically to Florida Blue using CPT code 99213 (standard complexity) or 99214 (moderate complexity). Florida Blue processes the claim and applies it to your benefits. You'll receive an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from Florida Blue 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 Florida Blue card.

The following plan types are not accepted: Florida Blue 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 $49 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 Florida Blue plan applies your deductible before covering the visit, your FSA or HSA card can be used to pay your cost-sharing. The $49 self-pay option is also FSA/HSA eligible.

Florida Blue covers the telehealth visit under your medical benefit. Prescription coverage is handled by your Florida Blue pharmacy benefit. Most first-line medications for common conditions (antibiotics, antivirals, PPIs, antihypertensives) are Tier 1 generic drugs covered by virtually all Florida Blue commercial plans for $4–$15. Check your BCBS formulary at https://member.floridablue.com or ask your pharmacy.

If your specific Florida Blue plan is not in-network with TeleDirectMD in Florida, you can still see Dr. Bhavsar as a self-pay patient for a flat $49 fee. You may also submit an out-of-network claim to Florida Blue for partial reimbursement depending on your plan's out-of-network benefit.

Log into your Florida Blue member portal at https://member.floridablue.com, 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 Florida Blue card. When calling, ask: "Is TeleDirectMD in-network for telehealth?" and "What is my telehealth copay?" Have your member ID ready.

In most Florida Blue commercial plans in Florida, telehealth copays are equal to or lower than your primary care in-person copay. Many employer-sponsored Florida Blue plans carry $0 telehealth copays — particularly since the post-pandemic expansion of telehealth benefits. Your specific plan determines the exact amount. Log into https://member.floridablue.com to confirm your telehealth cost-sharing.

← All BCBS States|All Insurance Options

State Insurance Authority: If you have a complaint or question about insurance coverage in Florida, contact the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation.

Insurance coverage and plan acceptance are subject to change. Information reflects active contracts as of April 2026 and is verified monthly. Not all plans from a listed insurer may be accepted — Medicaid and Medicare fee-for-service plans are not accepted unless specifically noted. Copay estimates are based on published plan data and may not reflect your exact cost. Patients should verify benefits with their insurer before booking. TeleDirectMD does not guarantee insurance coverage for any specific service. Dr. Parth Bhavsar, MD · NPI: 1104323203 · Board-Certified Family Medicine · Contact: contact@teledirectmd.com.

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