Urgent Care
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When you need convenient medical care for an illness or injury that is not life-threatening, or if you need a flu shot or a school sports physical, MedStar Health Urgent Care is here for you. Walk-in visits are always welcome, 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 team of providers diagnose and treat non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries for patients of all ages. We have laboratory testing available on-site for common illnesses (strep, mono, influenza, urinary infection, COVID-19, sexually transmitted diseases, and pregnancy). If needed, a telehealth specialist from Orthopedics, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Spine, Pediatrics, Emergency Department may be included during your exam. We offer testing with immediate results while you wait for strep throat, flu, COVID-19 (including asymptomatic), and RSV — eliminating the need to wait days for a culture. If your provider determines your condition needs more advanced testing, we may provide a referral to an outside lab or a nearby hospital’s emergency department.
Please click on one of the locations below to reserve a spot online.
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Frequently asked questions
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What services are available?
Our urgent care centers provide extended-hour access to medical care for acute illnesses and injuries, just check in online or walk in. The services we offer include the following:
- Illness care for flu, allergies, bronchitis, infections, pneumonia, strep throat, pink eye, sinus infections, cold symptoms, urinary tract infections, yeast infections, stomach ache/vomiting, and more
- Injury care for broken bones, stitches, sprains (sprained ankle), lacerations/cuts, minor burns, and more
- Auto accident injury evaluation
- Sports physicals (Note: If your child has a history of COVID-19, further cardiac referrals may be needed)
- Physical exams before surgery (Note: Clearance status is determined by your primary care or anesthesia provider)
- Telehealth travel consultations (self-pay virtual visits to determine list of CDC recommended vaccinations and medications required for your destination; includes proctored rapid COVID-19 test and clearance letter for negative results)
- Flu tests and shots (seasonal availability)
- Vaccinations
- Concussion evaluations
- STD testing
- Tuberculin skin and blood tests to test for tuberculosis (TB)
- T-DAP and rabies vaccination
On-site laboratory is available for strep, mono, influenza, urinary infection, COVID-19, and pregnancy. If your condition needs further testing such as blood tests or cultures, we will have most results in 3-5 days. Some advanced testing for serious illnesses may require a referral to a nearby hospital’s emergency department.
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How does online check-in work?
- Select a location that is most convenient and click “Save My Spot” to choose an arrival time.
- You will receive a text message reminder before you are scheduled to arrive. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to complete any necessary paperwork.
- When you get to the urgent care center, please check in with our front desk staff to complete your registration.
- We make every effort to see you as closely to your check-in time as possible. Please understand your arrival time is not an appointment and may be delayed by unforeseeable emergencies. Your place in line may change if another patient has a more serious condition.
- We can only hold your place in line for 10 minutes past your chosen arrival time.
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Which insurances are accepted?
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.
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Washington, D.C., Locations Only:
- Aetna (except Medicaid Advantage Plans/Exchange [QHP]/Innovation)*
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC*
- Anthem BCBS of VA (except VA Healthkeeper)*
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield*
- Cigna Health Care (except Cigna connect EPO VA Exchange, SureFit, Advantage Plans [Cigna HealthSpring])*
- Coventry Health Network (except Coventry Medicare)*
- First Health
- Medicaid FFS*
- Medicare Part B
- MedStar (Family Choice DC only, Select)
- Police and Fire Clinic
- Tricare East*
- Trusted Health Plan
- United Healthcare (except UnitedHealthcare Compass [HMO] and Private Fee-for-Service Medicare plans)
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network/VACCN
*Some insurance plan exclusions apply. Please call your insurance company to confirm if your individual health benefits plan includes receiving in‐network services from MedStar Health Urgent Care.
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Maryland Locations Only:
- Aetna (except Medicaid Advantage Plans/Exchange [QHP]/Innovation)*
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC*
- Anthem BCBS of VA (except VA Healthkeeper)*
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield*
- Cigna Health Care (except Cigna connect EPO VA Exchange, SureFit, Advantage Plans [Cigna HealthSpring])*
- Coventry Health Network (except Coventry Medicare)*
- First Health
- Medicaid FFS*
- Medicare Part B
- MedStar (Family Choice MD only, Select)
- Police and Fire Clinic
- Tricare East*
- Trusted Health Plan
- United Healthcare (except UnitedHealthcare Compass [HMO] and Private Fee-for-Service Medicare plans)*
- Wellpoint MD*
*Some insurance plan exclusions apply. Please call your insurance company to confirm if your individual health benefits plan includes receiving in‐network services from MedStar Health Urgent Care.
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Virginia Locations Only:
- Aetna (except Medicaid Advantage Plans/Exchange [QHP)/Innovation)*
- Anthem BCBS of Virginia (except VA Healthkeeper, Medi Blue Medicare Plans)*
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield*
- Cigna Health Care (except Cigna connect EPO VA Exchange, SureFit, Advantage Plans (Cigna HealthSpring))*
- Coventry Health Network (except Coventry Medicare)*
- First Health
- Medicaid*
- Medicare Part B
- MedStar (Family Choice, Select)
- Tricare East*
- United Healthcare (except UnitedHealthcare Compass (HMO) and Private Fee-for-Service Medicare plans)*
*Some insurance plan exclusions apply. Please call your insurance company to confirm if your individual health benefits plan includes receiving in‐network services from MedStar Health Urgent Care.
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Self-pay pricing
If you do not have health insurance or have gaps in coverage, we now offer a simple self-pay fee schedule for our standard urgent care services at reduced rates. Our self-pay fees provide significant discounts on the services provided at MedStar Health Urgent Care. Learn more.
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How can I prepare for my visit?
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Schedule your visit online
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Bring your photo ID and payment with you to our urgent care center
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You will pay for your visit including labs, X-rays, etc., before you leave
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What happens after my visit?
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If you are referred to a specialist as a result of your visit, you will be notified by secure text message with scheduling information.
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Any lab results or upcoming appointments can be found in your profile on the Patient Portal. If you have not received lab results after 7-10 days, please call the lab line at 877-704-9292.
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If you need a letter to return to work or information about ending your quarantine period, please utilize MedStar eVisit.
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MedStar Health Urgent Care Careers
Join our innovative and growing urgent care team! MedStar Health Urgent Care is hiring full-time and part-time healthcare providers (physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners) and clinical care associates (radiology technologists, medical assistants, and patient service coordinators). MedStar Health offers excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, CME paid time off and stipend, and fully paid malpractice insurance for providers.
Please contact our recruiting team:
Providers
Please send your CV to Physician Recruiter Ilie Cornelio at ilie.p.cornelio@medstar.net
Clinical Care Associates
Please visit our Careers page to explore open positions.