Urgent Care Columbia, MO

Columbia's 23 urgent care clinics provide essential services tailored to immediate needs. Notably, 12 clinics offer Pediatric Care, making it easy for parents to get quick treatment for kids. Top options like Big Tree Medical (4.8 stars) and NextCare Urgent Care Columbia (4.1 stars) include pediatric services alongside general care.

8 clinics support Walk-In Services, allowing no-appointment visits for convenience during busy times. Facilities such as Columbia Urgent Care excel here, serving walk-ins efficiently. Meanwhile, 6 clinics have X-rays on site for diagnosing fractures or infections without delay.

These services ensure comprehensive coverage across Columbia, from routine checkups to diagnostic imaging. Whether at Occupational Medicine Clinic-Broadway or Quick Care Clinic locations, patients find reliable options close by.

9 clinics in Columbia accept Medicare, providing accessible care for seniors and eligible patients. Popular locations like University Hospital and Boone Health sites often include this coverage. Always call ahead to confirm specifics for your plan.

Cigna and United Healthcare are each accepted at 2 clinics, offering options for those insured under these major providers. Check with facilities such as NextCare Urgent Care or Big Tree Medical to see if they participate.

Additional plans covered at single clinics include AARP Medicare Complete (1), Aetna (1), Aetna US Healthcare (1), Anthem BCBS HMO (1), Anthem BCBS PPO (1), Anthem Healthy Blue (1), and Anthem Pathways (1). Self-pay rates typically range from $100-250 per visit. Verify acceptance and costs by contacting the clinic directly.

Choose urgent care in Columbia for non-life-threatening issues like flu symptoms, strep throat, sprains, cuts needing stitches, minor burns, or basic X-rays. With 23 clinics available, expect shorter wait times than at emergency rooms—often under an hour at places like Big Tree Medical or NextCare Urgent Care Columbia.

Head to an ER for emergencies such as chest pain, severe bleeding that won't stop, difficulty breathing, major trauma, stroke symptoms, or severe head injuries. Columbia's ERs, like University Hospital Emergency Room at 1 Hospital Dr or Boone Hospital Center at 1600 E Broadway, are equipped for critical cases but involve longer waits and higher costs.

Urgent care saves time and money for everyday urgencies. 23 options across neighborhoods ensure one is nearby, with services like pediatric care and walk-ins at many sites.

Also serving residents of Fulton (22 mi), Jefferson City (27 mi), Mexico (28 mi).