Strep Throat Treatment Online — Tele Urgent Care / Virtual Urgent Care in Texas

Feeling a sore throat with fever? Get fast strep throat telehealth care with Lifeline’s online urgent care in Texas. Our virtual urgent care doctors evaluate symptoms, order rapid or PCR strep tests when needed, and start treatment quickly—no waiting room.

Online Doctor for Strep Throat — What We Can Do via Tele Urgent Care

  • Same-day virtual evaluation for sore throat, fever, swollen tonsils, white patches.
  • Rapid or PCR strep testing orders when indicated (clinic or partner lab pickup).
  • Antibiotic prescriptions for confirmed or high-suspicion strep (non-penicillin alternatives available).
  • Return-to-work/school guidance after starting treatment.
  • Rule-out support for look-alikes (viral pharyngitis, mono, COVID-19).

Strep Throat Symptoms & When to Test

Common Symptoms

  • Sudden sore throat, painful swallowing
  • Fever, chills, body aches
  • Red, swollen tonsils ± white exudates
  • Tender neck lymph nodes
  • Headache, nausea (kids)

Testing Is Recommended If

  • You have sore throat + fever and no cough/runny nose
  • Exposure to confirmed strep throat
  • Symptoms not improving within 48–72 hours
  • High-risk settings (schools, childcare, team sports)

How a Virtual Urgent Care Visit for Strep Works

  1. Book online for a same-day tele urgent care appointment.
  2. Video visit with a Texas-licensed online doctor to review symptoms/exam (camera helps us see your throat).
  3. Testing plan — rapid or PCR strep order if needed (we direct you to the nearest clinic/partner lab).
  4. Treatment — evidence-based antibiotics when appropriate; symptom relief plan (pain/fever options, hydration).
  5. Follow-up — message us if you’re not improving; in-person referral if red-flag symptoms develop.

When You Should Be Seen In Person or Go to the ER

Seek urgent in-person care for: trouble breathing, drooling or inability to swallow liquids, severe dehydration, neck stiffness, severe one-sided throat pain with trismus, or rash + fever after antibiotics. Call 911 for life-threatening symptoms.

Texas Coverage — Virtual Strep Throat Care in 4 Major Metros (100-Mile Radius Each)

We provide online strep throat treatment across Texas with metro-centered 100-mile service areas.

Houston 100-Mile Service Area — Counties & Suburbs

Harris County: Houston, Bellaire, West University Place, Southside Place, Pasadena, Baytown, Deer Park, La Porte, Seabrook, Shoreacres, El Lago, Taylor Lake Village, Galena Park, Jacinto City, South Houston, Humble, Atascocita, Kingwood, Spring, Aldine, Greenspoint, Northshore, Channelview, Cloverleaf, Crosby, Highlands, Barrett, Sheldon, Cypress, Jersey Village, Tomball, Willowbrook, Champions, Garden Oaks, Oak Forest, Meyerland, Memorial, Galleria/Uptown, Midtown, Heights, Montrose, Clear Lake, Nassau Bay, Webster.

Fort Bend County: Sugar Land, Missouri City, Stafford, Richmond, Rosenberg, Fulshear, Simonton, Meadows Place, Arcola, Fresno, Sienna, New Territory, Greatwood, Pecan Grove, Cinco Ranch, Mission Bend, Thompsons, Needville, Beasley, Fairchilds, Pleak, Orchard.

Montgomery County: The Woodlands, Conroe, Montgomery, Magnolia, Pinehurst, Willis, Shenandoah, Oak Ridge North, Panorama Village, Porter, New Caney, Splendora, Roman Forest, Cut and Shoot, Woodbranch.

Brazoria County: Pearland, Manvel, Iowa Colony, Alvin, Angleton, Lake Jackson, Clute, Freeport, Danbury, Brazoria, West Columbia, Sweeny, Surfside Beach, Holiday Lakes, Oyster Creek, Richwood.

Galveston County: League City, Texas City, Galveston, Friendswood, Dickinson, Santa Fe, La Marque, Hitchcock, Kemah, Clear Lake Shores, Bacliff, San Leon, Tiki Island, Jamaica Beach.

Waller, Liberty, Chambers, Austin, Washington, Wharton, Matagorda, Jefferson, Brazos (edge): Katy, Brookshire, Waller, Prairie View, Hempstead, Hockley, Liberty, Dayton, Cleveland, Mont Belvieu, Anahuac, Winnie, Sealy, Bellville, Brenham, Wharton, El Campo, Bay City, Beaumont, Port Arthur, College Station, Bryan.

Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) 100-Mile Service Area — Counties & Suburbs

Dallas County: Dallas, Richardson, Garland, Mesquite, Rowlett, Sachse, Sunnyvale, Balch Springs, Farmers Branch, Addison, Coppell (part), Carrollton (part), Irving, Grand Prairie (part), DeSoto, Duncanville, Cedar Hill, Lancaster, Seagoville, Highland Park, University Park.

Tarrant County: Fort Worth, Arlington, Hurst, Euless, Bedford, North Richland Hills, Keller (part), Southlake (part), Colleyville (part), Grapevine (part), Haltom City, Richland Hills, Saginaw, Lake Worth, Benbrook, Crowley, Mansfield (part), Forest Hill, White Settlement, Azle (part), Haslet (part), Blue Mound, River Oaks, Everman.

Collin County: Plano, McKinney, Frisco (part), Allen, Wylie (part), Murphy, Parker, Lucas, Fairview, Prosper (part), Celina (part), Princeton, Anna, Melissa, Lowry Crossing, Nevada, Josephine, Blue Ridge, New Hope.

Denton County: Denton, Lewisville, Flower Mound (part), Highland Village, The Colony, Little Elm, Corinth, Lake Dallas, Hickory Creek, Argyle, Roanoke, Trophy Club, Northlake, Justin, Sanger, Krum, Krugerville, Shady Shores, Double Oak, Copper Canyon, Lantana, Aubrey.

Rockwall, Kaufman, Ellis, Johnson, Parker, Wise, Hunt, Hood (edges): Rockwall, Heath, Fate, Royse City (part), Forney, Terrell, Kaufman, Waxahachie, Midlothian, Burleson (part), Weatherford, Aledo, Decatur, Bridgeport, Greenville, Granbury, Sherman (Grayson), Gainesville (Cooke).

Austin 100-Mile Service Area — Counties & Suburbs

Travis County: Austin, West Lake Hills, Rollingwood, Lakeway, Bee Cave, Manor, Del Valle, Lago Vista, Jonestown, Sunset Valley, Creedmoor, Webberville, Hornsby Bend.

Williamson County: Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Leander, Liberty Hill, Hutto, Taylor, Jarrell, Florence, Andice, Granger, Weir.

Hays County: San Marcos, Buda, Kyle, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Mountain City, Niederwald (part), Uhland (part), Woodcreek.

Bastrop, Caldwell, Burnet, Llano, Blanco, Milam, Lee (edges): Bastrop, Elgin (part), Smithville, Lockhart, Luling, Marble Falls, Burnet, Horseshoe Bay (part), Blanco, Johnson City, Temple, Belton, Giddings, Rockdale.

San Antonio 100-Mile Service Area — Counties & Suburbs

Bexar County: San Antonio, Alamo Heights, Terrell Hills, Olmos Park, Castle Hills, Shavano Park, Leon Valley, Balcones Heights, Helotes, Stone Oak/Leon Springs, Converse, Universal City, Live Oak, Selma, Windcrest, Kirby, Garden Ridge (part), China Grove.

Comal & Guadalupe: New Braunfels, Canyon Lake, Bulverde, Spring Branch, Schertz, Cibolo, Seguin, Marion, Santa Clara, McQueeney.

Kendall, Medina, Wilson, Atascosa, Bandera (edges): Boerne, Fair Oaks Ranch (part), Castroville, Hondo, LaCoste, Pleasanton, Jourdanton, Poteet, Floresville, La Vernia, Stockdale, Bandera, Lakehills, Pipe Creek, Kerrville (Kerr edge).

Insurance & Self-Pay Pricing

Lifeline Urgent Care starts with virtual video visits first, so care fits your schedule—whether you’re at home, the office, or traveling. We provide same-day diagnosis and insurance-accepted treatment for urgent medical needs, infections, and injuries. Walk-in care also available. No PCP or referral barriers for urgent benefit-eligible visits.

Most Texas insurance plans accepted. No insurance? Our self-pay virtual urgent care rates keep care affordable.

Strep Throat Telehealth — FAQs

Can an online doctor treat strep throat?

Yes. We evaluate symptoms via virtual urgent care, order testing when indicated, and prescribe antibiotics if strep is confirmed or highly suspected.

Do I always need a strep test before antibiotics?

Testing is recommended for accuracy and antibiotic stewardship. In some high-likelihood cases, clinicians may treat while testing is arranged, based on guidelines and your history.

How soon will I feel better?

Many patients feel relief 24–48 hours after starting the right antibiotic. Complete the full course even if you feel better early.

Can you prescribe for penicillin allergy?

Yes. We have alternative antibiotics when appropriate. Be ready to discuss prior reactions.

Do you treat children?

Yes—we treat children when appropriate through telemedicine. If severe symptoms or dehydration are present, in-person care is best.

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