Urgent Care Downey, CA

Four clinics in Downey offer X-rays for quick diagnosis of fractures, infections, or other issues without needing a full ER visit. AME Urgent Care - Downey Florence, with its high 4.4-star rating, is among those equipped for on-site imaging. Walk-in services are available at 3 clinics, allowing you to receive prompt care for non-emergencies like colds or minor injuries without an appointment.

Pediatric care is provided at 3 dedicated locations, ensuring child-friendly treatment for fevers, cuts, or allergies. Facilities like Tender Care Community Clinic Inc combine these services, making family visits efficient. Most clinics focus on walk-ins and basic diagnostics to get you back home faster.

Two clinics in Downey accept HMO plans, while another two take Medi-Cal, making care accessible for many residents. Kaiser Permanente Urgent Care specifically handles Kaiser insurance, and options like Covered California, EPO, and POS are available at individual locations such as PIH Health Urgent Care - Downey.

Medi-Cal Managed Care, Medi-Medi, and Medicare are accepted at one clinic each, with some like AME Urgent Care - Downey Florence noting most major insurances. Self-pay rates typically range from $100-250 depending on services; always call ahead to confirm coverage and avoid surprises.

For the best experience, verify your plan details with the clinic beforehand, as acceptance can vary by provider networks.

Choose urgent care in Downey for minor issues like flu symptoms, strep throat, sprains, cuts needing stitches, X-rays, or minor burns—8 clinics offer shorter wait times than ERs. Facilities like AME Urgent Care - Downey Florence handle these efficiently with average 3.3-star ratings.

Head to the ER for life-threatening conditions such as chest pain, severe bleeding, difficulty breathing, major trauma, stroke symptoms, or severe head injuries. Urgent care isn't equipped for these, and Downey's options focus on quick, cost-effective care for everyday urgencies.

With 3 clinics offering walk-ins and pediatric services, urgent care saves time and money for non-emergencies—call ahead if unsure.

Also serving residents of Bell Gardens (2 mi), Paramount (3 mi), Cudahy (3 mi), Bellflower (3 mi), Norwalk (3 mi), Bell (4 mi).