Acid reflux and heartburn
Occasional heartburn is common, but frequent reflux can affect your day-to-day and, over time, your esophagus. This visit gets you a clinician's assessment and a plan for real relief, not just managing around it.
1:1 virtual visit with a clinician experienced in digestive health
Insurance accepted, with clear pricing per visit
A care plan built from your full health history
Visit options
We'll check any insurance and show you your options before you book.
Video Visit
$25
Est. or $100 w/o insurance
Chat Visit
$30
w/o insurance
Most insurance accepted
Board-certified clinicians
No hidden fees
Available nationwide
What to expect from a reflux or heartburn visit
1
Share your health story
Tell us how often you're having symptoms and what triggers them.
2
Meet your clinician
Discuss lifestyle factors and treatment options together.
3
Get your care plan
Leave with a treatment plan, which may include medication.
4
Own your health
Follow up if symptoms persist or change.
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We help you understand your options, connect you to the right clinicians, manage prescriptions, coordinate any needed evaluations, and keep an eye on your overall health along the way. It’s comprehensive care that looks at the full picture — your goals, your history, your lifestyle — and makes it simple to move forward with confidence.
Is this visit right for your reflux or heartburn?
Frequent reflux is manageable once you have the right combination of treatment and habits.
You have heartburn more than a couple times a week
Over-the-counter antacids aren't giving you lasting relief
You've noticed reflux disrupting your sleep
You want to understand if your symptoms point to something beyond typical reflux
You've been self-treating for a while and want a real plan
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Frequently asked questions
What causes acid reflux?
A weakening or relaxing of the muscle between the esophagus and stomach, allowing acid to flow backward — diet, weight, and certain habits can all contribute. Certain foods like caffeine, alcohol, and spicy or fatty meals can also make symptoms worse.
When does reflux need more than over-the-counter treatment?
Symptoms more than twice a week, trouble swallowing, or reflux that disrupts sleep are reasons to get evaluated rather than keep self-treating. Your clinician can also check whether a specific trigger or habit is driving your symptoms. Your clinician can help determine the right next step based on how often this happens.
When is reflux an emergency?
Chest pain, especially with shortness of breath or arm/jaw pain, needs immediate emergency evaluation to rule out a heart-related cause — don't assume it's reflux. This distinction matters because heart-related chest pain can feel remarkably similar to reflux. Getting this checked quickly is important since the two can be hard to tell apart.
Can untreated reflux cause long-term problems?
Chronic, untreated reflux can damage the esophagus over time, which is part of why ongoing symptoms are worth treating properly. This is why persistent reflux deserves a real treatment plan, not just occasional antacids. Getting ahead of ongoing symptoms now can help prevent more serious complications later.
What side effects are associated with reflux treatments?
Long-term use of some acid-reducing medications can affect absorption of nutrients like calcium and B12; your clinician will weigh this against how much relief you need. Your clinician will periodically reassess whether ongoing treatment is still the right approach for you.