Urgent Care

What is Urgent Care?

Urgent care centers are medical facilities that specialize in providing immediate treatment for injuries or illnesses that require urgent attention but are not severe enough to require emergency room care. Additionally, the centers can assist individuals who are unable to see a primary care physician promptly. Urgent care centers bridge the gap between primary care facilities and emergency rooms, offering patients medical treatment for acute illnesses and injuries without waiting days for an appointment.

Urgent Care vs Emergency Room

One of the most significant differences between urgent care and emergency room care is the level of severity treated. Medical emergencies like heart attacks or strokes require emergency room treatment while minor injuries and illnesses like the flu or minor broken bones can often be treated by an urgent care center. Moreover, emergency department visits are much more expensive than urgent care visits, making urgent care an affordable alternative without compromising the quality of care.

When is Urgent Care Best For You?

IM&PC’s Urgent Care Clinic is not meant to replace your primary care physician. Instead, it is a convenient option we offer our patients who would like to get treated for signs and symptoms of medical conditions including but not limited to:

• Cough & Colds

• Sore Throat
  

• Fever

• Minor cuts or scrapes

• Painful Urination
• Initial Treatment of Minor Conditions (such as headaches, abdominal pain, dizziness, etc.)
• Basic Wound Care for less severe Bumps, Cuts and Abrasions
• Triaging and management will still depend upon assessment of the physician.
• Major trauma, uncontrollable bleeding, heart attack, weakness or paralysis, and other life-threatening conditions require a visit to the ER.
• Management of minor to mid-level fractures and broken bones
• Treatment for minor to moderate burns and rashes
• Walk-in X-rays and other diagnostic services
• Sports and school physicals
• Occupational health services

Cost of Urgent Care Services

Medical bills can be a significant concern when seeking healthcare. At our urgent care center at IM&PC, our team works closely with patients to ensure that we provide quality medical care at an affordable cost. Urgent care centers, including our center here at IM&PC, typically accept insurance policies, including Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance. Additionally, self-pay and cash patient options are also available, making healthcare more readily available to those without insurance.

Pediatric Urgent Care

At Internal Medicine & Pediatric Clinic in New Albany and Saltillo, we understand the importance of providing appropriate medical attention to the younger generation. With that in mind, our team is trained to provide medical treatment to children of all ages. From vaccinations to stitches and more, children can receive the medical attention they require with our comprehensive pediatric urgent care services.

Urgent Care Services at IM&PC in New Albany and Saltillo

IM&PC’s Urgent Care Clinic is available 6 days a week with no appointment required!

Our Urgent Care medical team is led by physicians and nurse practitioners who oversee and deliver the best treatment for your specific needs.

The IM&PC’s Urgent Care Clinic in New Albany and Saltillo operates from Mondays to Fridays 7am-6pm and Saturdays 8:30am-3pm.

How to use Urgent Care:

Who can be treated: Anyone

Treats Pregnant Women: Yes

Appointment Needed: No

Walk-In Care: Yes

Hours: Monday - Friday 7am-6pm and Saturdays 8:30am-3pm.

Healthcare Providers: Physicians and Nurse Practitioners

IM&PC Urgent Center provides convenience, affordability, and quality care to our patients. We encourage you to schedule appointments or walk-ins whenever you require medical assistance. You can also search for “urgent care near me” to find us!

Thank you for choosing our center for your medical care needs.