MDLIVE vs WeHealth: Per-Visit Charges vs A Full Month of Care — A 2026 Comparison
Two popular telehealth platforms, two very different pricing models. Here is what each one costs, what it covers, and which one makes more sense for your health and your wallet.
The Bottom Line
WeHealth is the smarter choice for patients who want flat-rate a full month of care, integrated health monitoring, and bundled mental health services. MDLIVE is strong for infrequent users who value a familiar brand with a broad dermatology and mental health network backed by Cigna's Evernorth Health Services.
Pricing: What You Actually Pay
| Pricing Detail | MDLIVE | WeHealth |
|---|---|---|
| Urgent Care (no insurance) | $82–$89 per visit | $47/mo — a full month of visits |
| Primary Care | $0–$89 (varies by plan) | Included in monthly plan |
| Therapy (Talk Therapy) | $108–$179 per session | Included in monthly plan |
| Psychiatry — Initial | $284 | Included in monthly plan |
| Psychiatry — Follow-Up | $108 | Included in monthly plan |
| Dermatology | $95 per consultation | Included in monthly plan |
| Follow-Up Visits | Same per-visit rate | Included in monthly plan |
MDLIVE's per-visit prices are competitive within the telehealth industry, but costs add up fast for patients who need regular care. A single psychiatry intake appointment on MDLIVE ($284) costs more than six full months of WeHealth's monthly plan.
Services & Specialties
| Service | MDLIVE | WeHealth |
|---|---|---|
| Urgent Care (24/7) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Primary Care | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mental Health | ✓ (extra per session) | ✓ (included) |
| Dermatology (photo upload) | ✓ (asynchronous) | ✓ |
| Pediatrics | ✓ | ✓ |
| STD/STI Care | Limited — cannot treat gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, hepatitis C | ✓ — Full sexual health including chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes, HPV |
| Weight Loss / GLP-1 | Available (limited states) | ✓ — GLP-1, nutrition, behavioral lifestyle coaching |
| Chronic Care Management | Basic follow-ups | ✓ — Full CCM with monthly check-ins |
| Remote Patient Monitoring | Not available for consumers | ✓ — Smart devices connect to app |
A notable limitation of MDLIVE is its inability to treat certain STIs through telehealth, including gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis C. WeHealth offers a comprehensive sexual health suite with testing, treatment, and ongoing management for a wide range of conditions — all included in the monthly plan.
Ongoing & Chronic Care
MDLIVE is designed around the visit — you log in, see a doctor, and get treatment. It works well for occasional urgent care and one-time consultations. Primary care visits allow you to see the same provider each time, which is helpful for continuity.
WeHealth takes a different approach. Every patient gets a personal care team that actively monitors health data between appointments. Connected devices — blood pressure monitors, glucose meters, pulse oximeters, and smart scales — feed real-time data directly into the app. Your care team reviews this data and reaches out proactively if something looks off. This continuous monitoring model is especially valuable for patients managing diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, or working through a weight loss program.
Who Should Choose Which?
WeHealth Is Best For
- Patients who want month of visits for one flat monthly rate
- Anyone managing diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease
- Patients who need regular mental health care without per-session fees
- People who need comprehensive sexual health services
- Patients who want real-time vitals monitoring
- NYC-area residents who want in-person + telehealth options
Choose MDLIVE Instead If…
- You use telehealth very infrequently
- Your Cigna or employer plan includes MDLIVE at no cost
- You want asynchronous dermatology (photo upload) visits
- You need English and Spanish language support
Frequently Asked Questions
Is WeHealth cheaper than MDLIVE?
Yes. MDLIVE charges $82–$89 per urgent care visit and $108–$179 for therapy without insurance. WeHealth charges $47 per month for a full month of visits including urgent care, follow-ups, prescriptions, and mental health — making it substantially cheaper for anyone who uses telehealth more than once every two months.
Does MDLIVE offer remote patient monitoring like WeHealth?
No. MDLIVE is focused on episodic care — you schedule a visit, see a doctor, and receive treatment. WeHealth includes Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) with connected smart devices for real-time vitals tracking between visits, plus a personal care team that monitors your data and checks in monthly.
Can MDLIVE prescribe the same medications as WeHealth?
Both platforms can prescribe non-controlled medications. MDLIVE doctors cannot prescribe DEA-controlled substances. WeHealth doctors can prescribe medications as medically appropriate and send them to your preferred pharmacy. Both include prescription services, though WeHealth includes them in its flat monthly rate.
Which is better for mental health — MDLIVE or WeHealth?
MDLIVE offers therapy ($108–$179/session) and psychiatry ($284 initial, $108 follow-up). WeHealth includes mental health care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, and bipolar disorder within its $47/month plan at no additional per-session cost.
Does MDLIVE accept the same insurance plans as WeHealth?
Both accept many major insurance plans including Cigna, Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, and UnitedHealthcare. MDLIVE is widely included in employer benefit plans. WeHealth also accepts NYC-area Medicaid plans like MetroPlus, Healthfirst, and Fidelis Care.
A Full Month of Doctor Visits. One Flat Price.
Free with insurance. Or $47/mo for everything — urgent care, follow-ups, prescriptions, mental health, and more.
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