WALK-IN AND URGENT CARE CLINICS IN SAN ANTONIO

WALK-IN AND URGENT CARE CLINICS IN SAN ANTONIO

With walk-in and urgent care clinics becoming increasingly common, patients have more decisions to make now than ever. Showing up at the emergency room simply isn’t a viable option anymore. Assessing the type and severity of a medical problem is necessary to help decide when and where to seek medical attention. With so many choices to make, it’s important to understand how the options differ so you can make an informed choice about your medical care.

WALK-IN CLINIC

Walk-in clinics, as their name implies, are general healthcare providers who do not require an appointment. When facing a minor health concern, these clinics offer a convenient and cost-effective alternative to visiting a primary care physician or an ER. Prices are comparatively low because the services are limited and treatment is generally given by physician assistants or nurse practitioners.Appropriate use of walk-in clinics includes, but is not limited to:• Vaccines• Cold & flu symptoms• Minor cuts & bruises• Rashes & hives• AllergiesRetail walk-in clinics, or convenient care clinics, can be found in many pharmacies, supermarkets and retail stores.

URGENT CARE CLINIC

Urgent care clinics are a step up from walk-in clinics. These facilities treat injuries and illnesses that require immediate care but don’t rise to the level of emergency. They fill the gap between physicians and the ER by treating non-life threatening issues. Instead of waiting on a doctor’s appointment, patients using walk-in clinics can receive same-day treatment while also avoiding the lengthy wait times at ERs.Urgent care clinics provide treatment for ailments and injuries including, but not limited to:• Wound care• Fractures & dislocations• Minor burns• Pneumonia• Sinus infection

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