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Urgent Care at Ballston
When you have an illness or injury that is not life threatening, MedStar Health Urgent Care is here for you. We will always welcome walk-in visits, but an online check-in is recommended.
If you are experiencing a life-threatening medical emergency, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Our services
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Injury
- Broken Bones Care
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Telehealth Consultations with a Specialist during Exams
- Concussion Evaluations
- Stitches
- Treatment for Sprains
- Treatment for Lacerations
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Illness
- Allergy Treatments
- Cold Symptom Treatment
- Ear Infection Treatment
- Minor Burn Treatment
- Sinus Infection Treatment
- Telehealth Consultations with a Specialist during Exams
- Bronchitis Care
- COVID-19 Evaluation and Treatment
- Flu Care
- Pink Eye Treatment
- Treatments for Infections
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Treatment
Onsite Testing
- PCR Testing with Immediate Results for Strep Throat, Flu, COVID-19, and RSV
- Rapid STD Testing (for females)
- Urine Testing
- Mono Testing
- Rapid HIV Testing
- STD Testing (for males)
- UTI Testing
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Preventive Care
- Camp, School, and Sports Physicals
- Pregnancy Testing
- Immunizations (subject to availability): Flu shots, Rabies vaccine, and Tetanus
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Pre-Surgery Physicals (testing, not clearance)
*If you are a MedStar Health Primary Care patient, please contact your provider first.
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Occupational Health
- Blood/body Fluid Exposure
- Physical Exams for Agility Testing Waiver for Correctional Employees
- Pre-employment Physicals
- Rapid HIV Testing
- Needlestick Injury
- Post-exposure Prophylaxis Tb Screening- (PPD, Quantiferon TB-Gold)
- Workplace Injuries
Visiting us
We are conveniently located in the heart of Ballston at the intersection of N. Glebe Road and Fairfax Drive in the Marymount University building. Our location is a 7-minute walk from the Ballston-MU Metro Station, and we’re convenient to bus lines, with bus stops on both N. Glebe Road and Fairfax Drive. There is assigned parking available in the on-site parking garage (entrance on N. Wakefield Street). Please bring your ticket with you for validation up to two hours.
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1000 N. Glebe Road
Arlington VA 22201
8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Every day.
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Insurance
MedStar Health Urgent Care participates with most major health insurance plans. The following list should be used only as a guide and is subject to change. If you are uncertain as to whether your individual health benefits plan includes receiving in‐network services from MedStar Health Urgent Care, please call your insurance company.
Don’t have health insurance? Here is some information to help you know what the expected costs and procedures are when you’re paying out of pocket without insurance.
Patient reviews
"As always, very happy with every step of the process here! 5-star service all around. It is easy to [check-in] online. The front desk service was superb. The woman was SO nice and helped me very quickly. The nurse practitioner was nice, explained everything to me and was helpful."
Accredited by the National Urgent Care Center
The National Urgent Care Center, a leading expert in urgent care, has recognized our center for our commitment to providing high-quality urgent care.
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Frequently asked questions
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Is MedStar Health Urgent Care in Ballston accessible by public transport?
Yes, MedStar Health Urgent Care in Ballston is conveniently located near the Ballston-MU Metro Station and several bus lines.
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What should I do in a life-threatening emergency?
In a life-threatening emergency, call 9-1-1 or visit the nearest emergency room instead of going to urgent care.
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What are the key benefits of choosing this urgent care?
Benefits include convenient location, extended hours, comprehensive services, and experienced staff.
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Is parking available at MedStar Health Urgent Care Ballston?
Yes, dedicated parking is available in the adjacent garage on N. Wakefield Street. Bring your ticket with you for validation up to two hours.
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What services are offered at MedStar Health Urgent Care in Ballston?
MedStar Health Urgent Care in Ballston provides a variety of services including injury care, illness treatment, telehealth consultations as needed, onsite testing, and preventive care.
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What are the operating hours for MedStar Health Urgent Care in Ballston?
MedStar Health Urgent Care in Ballston is typically open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.