Heart flutter or palpitations
A racing, fluttering, or pounding heartbeat is often triggered by caffeine, stress, or dehydration — but it can occasionally signal something that needs closer attention. This visit gets you a clinician's assessment to help sort out which.
1:1 virtual visit with a clinician experienced in common cardiac conditions
Insurance accepted, with clear pricing per visit
A care plan built from your full health history
Visit options
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Video Visit
$25
Est. or $100 w/o insurance
Most insurance accepted
Board-certified clinicians
No hidden fees
Available nationwide
What to expect from a palpitations visit
1
Share your health story
Tell us what the sensation feels like and when it happens.
2
Meet your clinician
Discuss possible triggers and whether further testing is needed.
3
Get your care plan
Leave with guidance, a treatment plan, or a referral for monitoring if needed.
4
Own your health
Follow up if symptoms continue or change.
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Is this visit right for your palpitations?
Most palpitations have a benign, identifiable trigger — this visit helps confirm that or catch something that needs more attention.
You've noticed your heart racing, fluttering, or skipping beats
Palpitations happen often enough to bother you
You want to understand if caffeine, stress, or another trigger is the cause
You have a family history of heart rhythm problems
You want to know if you need monitoring or further cardiac testing
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Frequently asked questions
What usually causes heart palpitations?
Caffeine, stress, dehydration, and lack of sleep are common, benign triggers that cause the heart to briefly skip or race without any underlying heart problem. Certain medications and hormonal changes can also trigger occasional palpitations in otherwise healthy people.
When are palpitations a medical emergency?
Palpitations with chest pain, fainting, severe shortness of breath, or an episode lasting several minutes without stopping need immediate emergency evaluation rather than a video visit. These signs suggest your heart rhythm may need immediate assessment rather than a routine visit.
How can I tell if my palpitations need more than a routine visit?
Frequency, duration, and accompanying symptoms like dizziness or chest discomfort all matter — your clinician can help determine if further cardiac testing is warranted. Your clinician will ask detailed questions about all of these factors to help assess your risk.
Will I need a heart monitor or other testing?
Your clinician may recommend an EKG or extended heart monitoring (like a Holter monitor) depending on how often symptoms occur and what else is in your history. This type of monitoring can capture episodes that happen too briefly to catch during a single visit.
What side effects are associated with treatments for palpitations?
If a beta-blocker is prescribed to calm episodes, fatigue and lightheadedness are the most common effects; if the cause turns out to be a treatable trigger like anemia or a thyroid issue, side effects come from whatever addresses that underlying condition instead.