In a Nutshell
pros
- 10 doctor and health coach visits per year
- Partly covered by most insurance plans; in-network with Aetna NY
- Holistic and functional approach to treatment
cons
- Diagnostic tests cost extra
- May take up to 3 days to receive a response to messages
Parsley Health at a Glance
How Can I Get Treatment: In-person, video, messaging
Urgent Care Fee: N/A
Accepted Insurance: In-network with Aetna NY and out-of-network coverage
Medications Prescribed: Yes
Hours of Operation: 8AM-5PM (ET) Monday-Friday
Follow up Consultations: 10 per year
How Does Parsley Health Work?
Parsley Health takes a holistic approach to treating symptoms and chronic conditions. Your Parsley doctor will get to know your entire health history through an in-depth intake, 4x-longer-than-average appointments, and specialty testing other doctors don’t offer to diagnose the underlying condition causing your symptoms. While medications are prescribed as needed, Parsley’s doctors and health coaches have advanced training in functional medicine to create a personalized plan with recommended lifestyle changes, nutrition, and nontraditional treatments like acupuncture to heal symptoms where they start.
With an annual membership, you get 5 visits with your doctor each year to investigate your medical history, get you the diagnoses you need, and create a personalized health plan. You also get 5 visits with your health coach each year. Your coach will work with you to put your personalized health plan into action. During these visits, you’ll set achievable goals, discuss your progress and setbacks, and adjust your plan as needed.
Parsley Health offers visits in-person if you’re located in New York City or Los Angeles, or online if you’re located anywhere else. You can schedule your visits online to suit your schedule, and you can reschedule visits up to 24 hours before your appointment. Appointments are available from 8AM-5PM (ET) Monday-Friday.
In addition, Parsley Health offers unlimited messaging with your care team. Responses typically take 1-3 days.
When you get started with the platform, Parsley Health asks you to fill out a comprehensive medical questionnaire. You’ll then choose your preferred clinician and health coach from a list of providers available in your area. Your first visit is a 1-hour meeting with your clinician to create a personalized health plan and get recommendations for diagnostic testing.
What Does Parsley Health Treat?
- Parsley Health offers treatment for:
- Autoimmune and inflammation disorders
- Digestive issues
- Hormonal health
- Mental wellbeing
- Fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum disorders
- Metabolic and heart health
- Undiagnosed conditions
- Pediatric care
Parsley specializes in identifying the root causes of illness and developing holistic treatment plans that don’t rely solely on medications. Most Parsley health plans include advanced diagnostic testing in addition to medication prescriptions, recommendations for lifestyle changes and professional-grade supplements. Parsley Health does not provide urgent care or ER services.
How Much Does Parsley Health Cost?
Parsley Health operates on a subscription basis. It costs $175 per month if you pay monthly or $1,950 per year if you pay annually (a 10% discount).
Your membership includes 5 clinician visits and 5 health coach visits per year, plus unlimited messaging with your medical team. You also receive discounts with more than 50 health and wellness brands, plus 20% off Parsley Health supplements.
Your doctor may refer you to a specialist or recommend diagnostic tests, but these are not covered as part of your Parsley Health membership. Specialty tests usually cost $100-$350, while most supplements cost $10-$75 for a 30-day supply.
Does Parsley Health Take Insurance?
Parsley Health does accept insurance, but is only in-network with Aetna NY insurance plans. The company provides you with all the documentation you need to submit an out-of-network claim, which typically covers 40-70% of your Parsley Health membership. The company also accepts most FSA and HSA plans to pay for your membership.
Specialized diagnostic tests and supplements that may be recommended by your doctor are typically not covered by insurance. Parsley Health can provide invoices for these services if your health plan, FSA, or HSA can cover them.
You must contact your insurance provider or FSA/HSA plan provider to find out if your Parsley Health membership or specific tests and supplements will be eligible for reimbursement.
What Do People Say About Parsley Health?
“Parsley Health gave me my life back after several years of worsening symptoms. I had been to several different types of specialists over the years and Parsley was the first to successfully identify the underlying cause of my seemingly mysterious symptoms.” - Shannon D.
“The entire team is caring, thoughtful, and very well educated. I was a little bit skeptical of the telehealth model based on past experience, but they are nailing it and have made it such a personal experience. I love having an entire team supporting me, and their online portal system makes it very easy to communicate with the members of your health team.” - Amy H.
“After working with a doctor paired with a health coach, I don't know how I'll go back to regular healthcare…Parsley offered and educated me on tests that I didn't know existed which leaves me feeling really optimistic and energized about the long term results of their support.” - Shannon O.
Parsley Health FAQs
Does Parsley Health prescribe medicine?
Parsley Health doctors can prescribe medications. However, Parsley Health takes a holistic approach to treatment that includes recommending lifestyle changes in addition to medications.
Can Parsley Health give me a doctor's note?
Parsley Health clinicians can write doctor’s notes for patients as well as prescribe medications.
Do I need a subscription for Parsley Health?
Yes, Parsley Health requires a subscription that costs $175 per month or $1,950 per year. The cost of your subscription may be reimbursed up to 70% through your health insurance plan’s out-of-network coverage, or in-network if you have Aetna NY. Parsley Health also accepts FSAs and HSAs.
What hours does Parsley Health have appointments available?
Parsley Health appointments are available from 8AM-5PM (ET) Monday-Friday.
Bottom Line
Parsley Health is an online healthcare service that takes a personalized, holistic approach to treatment of persistent or unexplained symptoms and the underlying conditions that cause them. Parsley offers treatment for a wide range of conditions, including autoimmune disorders, digestive issues, hormonal disorders, mental health issues, fertility issues, undiagnosed conditions, and more. The service focuses on identifying root causes of your illness and prescribes lifestyle changes and alternative medicine approaches in addition to medications to address them.
As a member, you get a dedicated medical team with a doctor to craft a personalized health plan, a health coach to help you execute that plan, and a care manager who helps with administrative tasks. A Parsley Health membership includes 5 doctor visits and 5 health coach visits per year. The practice accepts insurance out of network and is in-network with Aetna NY, so you may be eligible for up to 70% reimbursement of your membership fee.
