Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis) Treatment
Covered by BCBS in Illinois

Ofloxacin 0.3% eye drops 1–2 drops every 6 hours × 7 days (bacterial); polymyxin B/trimethoprim drops for milder bacterial cases

Tobramycin eye drops; ciprofloxacin ophthalmic for contact lens wearers (higher Pseudomonas risk)

Yes — ophthalmic antibiotic drops covered under pharmacy benefit. Generic ofloxacin typically $15–$30.

Viral conjunctivitis (most common) does not require antibiotics. Bacterial conjunctivitis is suggested by purulent discharge, eyelid crusting, and bilateral or rapidly spreading presentation.

Yes. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois commercial plans cover telehealth visits for Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis) in Illinois. TeleDirectMD (Dr. Parth Bhavsar, MD, NPI: 1104323203) is an in-network telehealth provider with BCBS in Illinois. Your standard BCBS telehealth copay applies — typically $10–$35 for most commercial plans. If clinically appropriate, your prescription is sent to your Illinois pharmacy immediately after your visit.

Most Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois commercial plans in Illinois have telehealth copays of $10–$35. Often $0–$15 for employer plans. Your exact cost depends on your specific plan and whether your deductible has been met. Log into your BCBS member portal or call the member services number on your card to verify your telehealth copay before your pink eye visit. Self-pay is always available for a flat $49 if you prefer to skip insurance.

Video examination of eye redness distribution, discharge character, lid involvement. Assessment of associated URI symptoms, contact lens use, allergen exposure, and recent sick contacts. Telehealth is a well-established, evidence-based modality for pink eye management. The same clinical standards used in an in-person office visit are applied — you are seen by Dr. Bhavsar, MD, a board-certified physician, not a nurse practitioner or PA.

For pink eye, Dr. Bhavsar may prescribe: Ofloxacin 0.3% eye drops 1–2 drops every 6 hours × 7 days (bacterial); polymyxin B/trimethoprim drops for milder bacterial cases. Alternatives include: Tobramycin eye drops; ciprofloxacin ophthalmic for contact lens wearers (higher Pseudomonas risk). Yes — ophthalmic antibiotic drops covered under pharmacy benefit. Generic ofloxacin typically $15–$30. Viral conjunctivitis (most common) does not require antibiotics. Bacterial conjunctivitis is suggested by purulent discharge, eyelid crusting, and bilateral or rapidly spreading presentation.

Yes. If Dr. Bhavsar, MD determines that a prescription is clinically appropriate for your pink eye symptoms, it is sent electronically to your preferred Illinois pharmacy the moment your visit ends. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois covers the telehealth visit itself (billed as CPT 99213/99214). Your prescription is then covered by your BCBS pharmacy benefit — check your plan's formulary for your specific medication's tier and cost.

If your specific BCBS plan is not in-network with TeleDirectMD in Illinois, or if your deductible has not yet been met, you can book as a self-pay patient for a flat $49 fee — same physician, same quality of care, no insurance needed. You may also be eligible to submit an out-of-network claim to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois for partial reimbursement depending on your plan's out-of-network benefit.

TeleDirectMD typically offers same-day and next-day video visits. Book at teledirectmd.com/book-online and select a time that works for you. Most patients are seen within a few hours of booking during business hours. Your pink eye symptoms are evaluated by Dr. Bhavsar, MD — not a nurse practitioner or PA — ensuring you receive a board-certified clinical assessment.

Yes — your Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois pharmacy benefit applies to prescriptions written during a covered telehealth visit. Yes — ophthalmic antibiotic drops covered under pharmacy benefit. Generic ofloxacin typically $15–$30.. Check your BCBS formulary or call your pharmacy with your BCBS member ID to confirm your copay before pickup. Most first-line medications for pink eye are Tier 1 or Tier 2 generics covered by virtually all commercial plans.

Yes. TeleDirectMD is operated by Dr. Parth Bhavsar, MD (NPI: 1104323203), a board-certified Family Medicine physician. TeleDirectMD is LegitScript certified, HIPAA compliant, and is contracted as an in-network telehealth provider with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois in Illinois. Claims are billed using standard CPT codes (99213/99214) and submitted electronically to BCBS.

Medicaid managed care (BCBS brand), Federal Employee Program (FEP), BlueCard out-of-network Note that BCBS varies significantly by state affiliate. TeleDirectMD is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois specifically — not all BCBS-branded plans are in-network. If your plan is not listed, self-pay is available for $49 flat — no insurance required, same physician and quality of care.

Yes. After your telehealth visit, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois will process the claim and send you an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) — typically within 2–4 weeks by mail or available sooner in your BCBS member portal. The EOB shows the amount billed (CPT 99213 or 99214), what BCBS paid, and your responsibility (copay or deductible portion). This is standard for any in-network physician visit.

Yes. Telehealth visits with a licensed physician are qualified medical expenses eligible for FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and HSA (Health Savings Account) payment. If your BCBS plan applies your deductible first, your FSA or HSA card can be used to pay your portion. The $49 self-pay option is also FSA/HSA eligible.