When you book, GoldCare sorts providers into three groups. Here's how to pick the right one.
Quick guide
| I need… | Book a… |
|---|---|
| A prescription, refill, lab order, imaging or a referral | Prescriber |
| An expert second opinion, guidance or a plan (no prescriptions) | Advisor |
| Support with habits, lifestyle, nursing questions, physical therapy or faith | Coach |
| Help deciding | The free Matchmaker |
Prescribers
Licensed medical providers who can prescribe, order labs and imaging, and refer you to an in-person doctor. Specialties:
- Primary & Acute Care: acute illness, chronic conditions, prevention and urgent concerns
- Psychiatric Medicine: mental-health assessment and medication management
- Pediatric Medicine: infants, children and teens
- Weight Management Consultants: weight loss and metabolism
The list depends on your state. Prescribers can only see patients where they're licensed, so you'll only see the ones licensed for the state on your account. See Providers in my state
Advisors
Experts who give guidance and recommendations only. Before the list, you'll see this notice: "Advisory Consultation Only". Advisors can't write prescriptions, order labs or imaging, or make referrals. For those, book a Prescriber.
Specialties include Medical Advisors, Specialist Advisors, Cancer Care, Long COVID & Vax Injury, Naturopathic and Chiropractic, Weight Management, Mental Health, Children's Health, Sports & Injury, Stem Cells Introduction and VIP Specialist. Advisors aren't limited by your state.
Coaches
Hands-on support between medical visits:
- Registered Nurse Wellness Coaching
- Nutrition & Lifestyle
- Physical Therapy
- Spiritual & Pastoral Care
How to choose in the app
- On Home, click New Appointment.
- Use the tabs Prescriber · Advisor · Coach at the top of Step 1 of 4 to filter the specialties.
- Pick a specialty and continue. See How do I book an appointment?
Tip: the same provider can appear under more than one specialty, sometimes with a different length and price. The price is always shown on the provider card. See How much does an appointment cost?
Still stuck?
Book the free Matchmaker visit, or send us a message in Messages or live chat, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–10 p.m. ET. You can also email [email protected].