Zocdoc Services

A guide to the health services you can book through Zocdoc — from online birth control and telehealth to COVID vaccines, dental care and prescription questions.

Get birth control online with Zocdoc

You can get birth control online through Zocdoc by booking a telehealth appointment with a provider who offers contraception care. During the video visit, the provider evaluates you and, when appropriate, can prescribe birth control that is sent to your pharmacy. It is a convenient option for refills and new prescriptions without an in-person trip.

Telehealth and video visits

Many Zocdoc providers offer telehealth (video visits) for concerns that do not require a physical exam — follow-ups, mental health, minor illness, prescriptions and more. Filter for "video visit" when searching. Zocdoc adds no telehealth surcharge; cost depends on the provider and your insurance (see pricing).

COVID vaccines and immunizations

Where available, you can search for and book COVID vaccine and other immunization appointments through participating providers and pharmacies on Zocdoc. Availability varies by location and season.

Prescriptions: what Zocdoc can and can't do

Zocdoc itself does not prescribe anything — it connects you to independent providers who make their own clinical decisions. Two common questions:

• Can Zocdoc prescribe controlled substances? Only a provider can, and controlled substances are tightly regulated. Many require an in-person evaluation, and rules change over time.
• Can Zocdoc prescribe Adderall? Adderall is a controlled substance. Whether it can be prescribed depends entirely on the provider, your evaluation and current regulations — often needing an in-person visit.

Dental and Delta Dental

Zocdoc lists dentists across general and specialty dental care. If you have Delta Dental or another dental plan, use the insurance filter to find in-network dentists and book cleanings, fillings and more. Explore options on our find a doctor hub.

Does Zocdoc work for pets?

No — Zocdoc is for human healthcare only. For pets, you would use a dedicated veterinary booking service. Zocdoc's directory covers medical, dental and mental-health providers for people.

Other services you can book through Zocdoc

Beyond the headline services, Zocdoc's directory spans a wide range of care you can book online:

• Primary and urgent care for check-ups, illnesses and referrals.
• Mental health — therapy, couples counseling and psychiatry, often by video.
• Specialty care including dermatology, cardiology, OB-GYN, ENT and more.
• Physical therapy and pain management for injuries and chronic conditions.
• Vision and eye care with optometrists and ophthalmologists.

How to book a service on Zocdoc

The process is the same regardless of service: search for the care you need, filter by your insurance, location and visit type (in-person or video), compare verified reviews, and book an open slot. For step-by-step help, see our how-to guide, and for the cost of each visit type, our pricing page. Remember that Zocdoc connects you to independent providers — the clinical decisions, including any prescriptions, are always made by the licensed provider during your visit.

Are services available by video or only in person?

It depends on the service and the provider. Many concerns — follow-ups, mental health, refills, minor illness — are widely offered by video visit, while anything needing a physical exam, imaging, lab work or a procedure generally requires an in-person appointment. Not every provider offers both formats, so filter for "video visit" when searching and check the individual profile, which shows the visit types that provider supports. When a service can be handled either way, the choice is yours.