Urgent Care Anchorage, AK

Anchorage's 28 urgent care clinics prioritize essential services, with 18 offering pediatric care for children and families. Top spots like Providence Alaska Children's Hospital - Children’s Emergency Care (5 stars) and ANTHC Healthy Communities Building (5 stars) handle kid-specific needs alongside general walk-ins. 15 clinics provide walk-in services, making it easy to get seen without appointments at places like First Care Medical Centers.

X-rays are available at 17 clinics, supporting quick diagnostics for injuries or illnesses. Facilities such as Independence Park Medical Services Inc (4.8 stars) and PCA Urgent Care - Lake Otis (4.6 stars) equip patients with on-site imaging. These services ensure comprehensive care from minor issues to diagnostic needs across neighborhoods.

Whether seeking pediatric attention or X-rays, Anchorage clinics deliver reliable options with high ratings. Walk-in availability at 15 sites speeds up access during busy times.

Several insurance plans are widely accepted at Anchorage urgent cares, with Aetna covering 7 clinics, Medicaid at 6 locations, and Cigna at 5 sites. Popular options like Providence Alaska Children's Hospital and First Care Medical Centers often participate, but coverage varies by provider.

Moda (4 clinics), Premera (4), and Providence Health Plan (4) provide additional choices, alongside Medicare (3 clinics). Networks like Aetna PPO (2), Blue Cross Blue Shield (2), and Carelon Medicaid (2) support diverse patients.

Self-pay rates typically range from $100-250 per visit. Always call ahead to verify coverage and avoid surprises at your chosen clinic.

Choose Anchorage's 12 urgent care clinics for non-life-threatening issues like flu symptoms, sprains, cuts needing stitches, minor burns, strep throat, or X-rays for possible fractures. These provide faster service with average 3.9-star ratings and lower costs than ERs.

Head to an emergency room for severe conditions such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, heavy bleeding, stroke signs (sudden weakness or confusion), major trauma, or serious head injuries. ERs are equipped for advanced life support, but waits can be longer.

Urgent care excels for convenience—many offer walk-ins for everyday urgencies. With neighborhoods like South Anchorage, Spenard, Russian Jack Park, University Area loaded with options, find one nearby via ratings and reviews to save time and money.

Serving Anchorage and surrounding areas.