Convenient Virtual Care Options
Our virtual care options give you convenient access to care from the comfort of your home or while you’re on the go. We’re licensed to provide virtual care in several states, so you can easily connect with care from a Sanford Health provider. Start a virtual visit using your computer or mobile device wherever you have an internet connection.
Get care when you need it and start feeling better.
E-Visits
Request an e-visit through My Sanford Chart. You’ll complete an online questionnaire and get a diagnosis from a provider within hours.
Video Visits
All it takes to connect to a health care provider is a device with internet access. Video visits are available 24/7.
Virtual Behavioral Health
Schedule an online visit with a licensed therapist or psychiatrist from the comfort and privacy of home.
Who can complete an e-visit?
E-visits are available to anyone in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota.
When to do an e-visit
E-visits are appropriate for several common issues including:
2 months to 2 years old
- Diaper rash
2 months and older
- Eyelid infection (blepharitis)
- Head lice
- Insect bites
- Pink eye
- Skin infections
2 years and older
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
6 years and older
- Allergies and hay fever
- Rash
- Sunburn
12 years and older
- Athlete’s foot
18 years and older
- Lower back pain
- Breastfeeding mastitis
- Cough
- Diarrhea
- Influenza (Flu)
- Heartburn
- Sinus problems
- Urinary problems (females ages 18 to 65)
- Vaginal yeast infection
How to do an e-visit
- Sign in to your My Sanford Chart account.
- Follow the prompts to describe your symptoms and complete the e-visit questionnaire.
- Wait for a diagnosis and treatment plan.
How much does an e-visit cost?
E-visits are $39. To pay for the visit, you can use a credit, debit, FSA or HSA card.
Who can complete an on-demand video visit?
On-demand video visits are available to anyone in Arizona, Florida, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota and Texas.
When to do an on-demand video visit
On-demand video visits are appropriate for urgent health needs, including:
2 months to 2 years
- Diaper rash
2 months and older
- Eyelid infection (blepharitis)
- Head lice
- Insect bites
- Pink eye
- Skin Infections
2 years and older
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
6 years and older
- Allergies and hay fever
- Cold
- Rash
- Sunburn
12 years and older
- Acne
- Athlete's foot
18 years and older
- Anxiety
- Lower back pain
- Breastfeeding mastitis
- Minor cuts, scrapes, and abrasions
- Nausea
- Cough
- Diarrhea
- Heartburn
- Influenza (Flu)
- Sinus problems
- Urinary problems (females ages 18 to 65)
- Vaginal yeast infection
How to do an on-demand video visit
- Sign into your My Sanford Chart account.
- Follow the prompts to get started. After answering a few short questions, you’ll receive a message in My Sanford Chart when a provider is ready to begin.
How much does an on-demand video visit cost?
On-demand video visits are $69. To pay for the visit, you can use a credit, debit, FSA or HSA card.
Who can complete a virtual behavioral health visit?
Virtual behavioral health visits are available to anyone ages 10 and older in Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota or South Dakota.
When to do a virtual behavioral health visit
Schedule a Virtual Behavioral Health Visit with a therapist if you have:
- A new mental health concern
- A change in your eating or sleeping habits or lack joy in what you used to
- Unhealthy habits that are becoming problematic
- Relational or emotional problems including trouble managing emotions at work or home
- Feelings of being burned out
Schedule a Virtual Behavioral Health Visit with a psychiatrist if you have:
- Seen a psychiatrist in the past for your concern
- Been taking medications for the following: Bipolar disorder, ADHD, Psychosis, Schizophrenia or other serious mental health conditions
- Noticed a serious change in your mood such as going from very depressed to very energetic soon after
- Seen or heard things others do not see or hear
How to do a virtual behavioral health visit
- Sign in to your My Sanford Chart account.
- Select Virtual Behavioral Health.
- Follow the prompts and choose a time that works best for you.