Georgia Telehealth FAQs: Clear Answers Before You Book

Kosius is a Georgia-based, physician-led virtual medical practice dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate clinical care directly to you. We provide expert telehealth consultations for weight management, lifestyle care, and medication refills, allowing Georgia patients to receive dedicated clinical attention from a board-certified physician from home.

You will meet directly with Dr. Shivani Anumolu, DO, a board-certified Internal Medicine physician. Kosius is physician-led, so you receive dedicated medical attention from the same doctor who knows your health history.

Kosius is a telehealth medical practice that provides care virtually through secure video visits. Kosius Admin can help with non-clinical scheduling and account questions.

Kosius currently serves patients physically located in Georgia.

No. Kosius currently operates as a self-pay practice and does not bill insurance.

Operating as a self-pay practice means no waiting weeks for insurance approvals, no hidden copays, and transparent pricing. You can access high-quality care when you need it.

Kosius provides virtual consultations for weight management, medication refills for current patients, travel health support, lab review, and general medical concerns.

Georgia residents can schedule a virtual doctor visit with Kosius for non-emergency medical questions and general care guidance. Telehealth suitability and next steps are determined during the visit.

You book an available visit, complete required intake information, and meet virtually with a Georgia-licensed clinician. The clinician reviews your concern, relevant history, and appropriate next steps. Some concerns may require in-person evaluation or testing.

Yes. Kosius offers scheduled general telehealth consultations for eligible non-emergency concerns, separate from medical weight-management evaluations.

Pricing varies by service and is listed clearly before booking.

Yes. Kosius Admin can help with non-clinical scheduling and account questions through the patient portal. A clinician may send direct platform messages when related to your scheduled care, at the clinician's discretion. Patients cannot use portal messages to request medical advice, a new evaluation, treatment decisions, or prescription requests; please schedule a visit for clinical care.

Yes. Kosius is preparing to welcome a bilingual Spanish-speaking specialist soon to support patients and families who feel most comfortable discussing their health in Spanish. This support is not yet available for booking.

Kosius does not provide emergency care. If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911 or seek immediate medical attention.

Patients schedule online, complete any required intake information, and meet virtually with a provider through a secure platform.

Most visits can be accessed through the patient portal using a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

Yes. A compatible smartphone, tablet, or computer may be used.

We structure appointments to value your time while ensuring high-quality clinical care. Initial weight management consultations typically take 15 minutes, and general medical consultations are scheduled for a dedicated 20 minutes so we can go deeper into your history and concerns.

Don't worry. Technology glitches happen. If your video cuts out, Dr. Anumolu will call you directly on your phone to complete your consultation, or the Kosius team will help you reschedule at no extra cost.

Absolutely. Your privacy is our highest priority. Kosius uses encrypted, HIPAA-compliant telehealth technology to help keep your medical information, video consultations, and personal data confidential and protected.

No. Kosius complements existing healthcare relationships and encourages ongoing primary care.

Many non-emergency conditions can be evaluated through telehealth. Some situations may require in-person evaluation.

Have a list of your concerns, current medications, relevant recent results, preferred pharmacy, and questions ready. Your clinician may need additional information or may recommend an in-person next step.

Not at this time.

In many situations, yes. Ask your provider if you have questions about another person joining.

Your health and safety are our top priorities. Prescriptions are not guaranteed. Dr. Anumolu will issue a prescription only when clinically appropriate, and if a medication is not the right fit, she will work with you on an alternative care plan.

Yes. When clinically appropriate, prescriptions can be sent to your preferred local pharmacy.

No. Kosius provides telehealth visits. If a prescription is clinically appropriate, it may be sent to a pharmacy you select. The pharmacy manages dispensing, pickup, delivery availability, timing, and its own charges.

No. Kosius does not prescribe controlled substances.

Medication refill visits are a benefit for established Kosius patients only. Current Kosius patients may use the patient portal to contact Kosius Admin for help scheduling a refill visit. A refill is subject to clinical evaluation during a scheduled visit and is not guaranteed.

Current Kosius patients can schedule a refill consultation through the portal so Dr. Anumolu can determine whether a refill is appropriate. Refill visits are not available as public new-patient appointments.

A provider can review your current treatment and determine appropriate next steps.

Patients should work directly with their pharmacy regarding prescription transfers.

GLP-1 medications are prescription treatments that may support weight management and blood sugar regulation when clinically appropriate.

Schedule a virtual Initial GLP-1 Evaluation with a Georgia-licensed clinician to discuss your goals, health history, and whether GLP-1 or other medical weight-management options may be appropriate. Prescriptions are subject to clinical evaluation and are not guaranteed.

Depending on your medical history and treatment goals, providers may discuss medications such as semaglutide or tirzepatide when appropriate.

Yes. The Initial GLP-1 Evaluation is the standard starting point for discussing appropriate weight-management options, including FDA-approved or compounded medications when clinically appropriate and lawfully available. Treatment and prescriptions are not guaranteed.

Eligibility depends on your medical history, health conditions, and treatment goals.

The Initial GLP-1 Evaluation is $100. The visit fee covers the clinician's evaluation and does not include medication, pharmacy, laboratory, delivery, refill, or future-visit costs. Treatment and prescriptions are based on clinical evaluation and are not guaranteed.

A GLP-1 consultation typically takes 15 to 30 minutes.

Treatment decisions are made during the visit based on clinical evaluation. Prescriptions are not guaranteed.

Medication pricing varies by pharmacy, insurance coverage, manufacturer programs, and medication type.

No. Medication and pharmacy costs are separate unless explicitly stated.

Because Kosius operates on a self-pay model, the cost of medication itself is handled at your pharmacy. Dr. Anumolu is knowledgeable about manufacturer savings cards and can guide you on how to apply them at your pharmacy when available.

Some patients may require lab work before treatment recommendations can be made.

Follow-up frequency varies based on clinical needs.

Possible side effects may include nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, stomach discomfort, and other effects discussed during your visit.

Results vary significantly. Kosius does not guarantee weight-loss outcomes.

No. GLP-1 medications work best when paired with sustainable lifestyle modifications. Dr. Anumolu takes a holistic approach, helping you combine medication with realistic nutrition and exercise strategies to support long-term success.

In many situations, yes. A provider will review your current care and determine appropriate next steps.

For current Kosius patients, Dr. Anumolu reviews eligible, non-controlled refill requests on a case-by-case basis.

No.

In many situations, yes. Refill visits are available only to current Kosius patients, who should use the portal to request or schedule refill care.

Yes. Refill visits are a current-patient benefit for established Kosius patients when clinical review is needed.

When clinically appropriate, one-time refill support may be available to current Kosius patients.

Major credit and debit cards are accepted.

No. Kosius is a self-pay practice.

No membership is currently required.

We understand that life happens and schedules change. If you need to cancel or reschedule your telehealth visit, please do so through the patient portal at least 24 hours in advance so we can offer that opening to another patient. Late cancellations or missed visits without notice are subject to a fee.

Yes. Because Kosius provides licensed, board-certified medical care, virtual consultation fees are generally eligible expenses for most HSA and FSA plans. You can use your HSA or FSA debit card directly at checkout like a standard credit card.

Kosius lists visit fees clearly before booking. The Initial GLP-1 Evaluation is $100. Medication, pharmacy, laboratory, delivery, refill, and future-visit costs are separate unless expressly stated.

No. Medication and pharmacy costs are separate unless explicitly stated.

Medication, pharmacy, laboratory, delivery, refill, and future-visit costs may be separate unless explicitly stated. Your selected pharmacy confirms its own medication and delivery charges.

Community pharmacies play an important role in medication adherence, local access, and patient care.

Yes. Pharmacies can request partnership information.

Yes. Kosius can provide QR codes, flyers, referral cards, and other patient materials.

When requested by the patient and clinically appropriate, prescriptions may be sent to the patient's preferred pharmacy.

Yes. Custom referral pages may be available for pharmacy partners.

A Georgia-licensed clinician may review recent lab results or medical tests through a scheduled virtual visit and discuss appropriate next steps. Some results or symptoms may require in-person evaluation.

Patients can schedule follow-up appointments online through Kosius.

Kosius Admin can help with non-clinical scheduling and account questions through the patient portal. A clinician may send direct platform messages when related to your scheduled care, at the clinician's discretion. Clinical questions, new evaluations, treatment decisions, and prescription requests require a scheduled visit.

Follow-up frequency depends on your treatment plan and clinical needs.

In many cases, yes, subject to provider availability.