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Urgent Care El Cajon, CA

El Cajon has 4 Urgent Care clinics serving 106,043 residents, with an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 2K patient reviews. Top-rated facilities include East County Urgent Care (⭐ 4.4, 1,524 reviews), Palm Urgent Care (⭐ 4.9, 265 reviews), Victoria Post Acute Care (⭐ 4.1, 190 reviews). 1 clinics offer Pediatric Services for families with children.

Whether you're dealing with a sudden illness, minor injury, or need same-day care, El Cajon's Urgent Care centers provide walk-in services across neighborhoods like Bostonia, Downtown El Cajon—no appointment necessary.

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🏆 Top Rated #1

4.4East County Urgent Care

1,524 reviews

📍 1625 E Main St #100, El Cajon, CA 92021, United StatesBostonia

👶 Pediatric🚶 Walk-In
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🏆 Top Rated #2

4.9Palm Urgent Care

265 reviews

📍 505 N Mollison Ave #203, El Cajon, CA 92021, United StatesBostonia

🚶 Walk-In
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🏆 Top Rated #3

4.1Victoria Post Acute Care

190 reviews

📍 654 S Anza St, El Cajon, CA 92020, United StatesDowntown El Cajon

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3.8Kaiser Permanente Bostonia Medical Offices

112 reviews

📍 1630 E Main St, El Cajon, CA 92021, United StatesBostonia

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El Cajon Urgent Care Services

El Cajon urgent care clinics prioritize quick access to essential treatments. 8 clinics offer Pediatric Care, making it easy for parents to get help for kids' illnesses. 7 clinics provide Walk-In Services, so no appointments are needed for minor issues.

X-rays are available at 4 clinics, including top-rated spots like Palm Urgent Care (4.9 stars) and East County Urgent Care (4.4 stars). These facilities handle needs like sprains or infections efficiently. Neighborhood Healthcare El Cajon, Mollison also supports walk-ins with pediatric options.

Families appreciate the convenience, with Broadway Medical Clinic (4.6 stars) among those offering reliable walk-in care. Check specific locations for X-ray availability to save time during your visit.

Pediatric Urgent Care in El Cajon

El Cajon has 1 clinics offering pediatric urgent care for children's illnesses and injuries.

Insurance & Cost Information

Many El Cajon urgent care clinics accept major insurances. 5 clinics take Medicare, including Kaiser Permanente Bostonia Medical Offices. 4 clinics accept Medi-Cal, and 3 handle Medicaid, helping residents manage costs.

2 clinics each accept EPO, HMO, Medi-Cal Managed Care, POS, and Senior Advantage plans. For private options, 1 clinic takes Aetna and another Anthem Blue Cross. Self-pay rates typically range from $100-250 depending on services.

Always call ahead to verify coverage, as acceptance varies. Top-rated spots like Palm Urgent Care can guide you on billing before your visit.

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When to Visit Urgent Care vs Emergency Room

Choose El Cajon's 4 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 4.3-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 Bostonia, Downtown El Cajon loaded with options, find one nearby via ratings and reviews to save time and money.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many urgent care clinics are in El Cajon, CA?

El Cajon has 4 urgent care clinics serving 106,043 residents.

What is the average rating of urgent care clinics in El Cajon, CA?

Clinics in El Cajon average 4.3 stars from 2K patient reviews. East County Urgent Care leads with 4.4 stars.

What insurance do El Cajon urgent care clinics accept?

5 clinics accept Medicare, 4 take Medi-Cal. Others include Medicaid (3), EPO/HMO (2 each). Self-pay $100-250; call to confirm.

What services are available at urgent care in El Cajon?

7 clinics offer walk-in services, 8 provide pediatric care, and 4 have X-rays for injuries and illnesses.

Where are the highest rated urgent care clinics in El Cajon?

Palm Urgent Care (4.9 stars, 264 reviews) at 505 N Mollison Ave leads, followed by Health Ave Clinic (4.7 stars) and Broadway Medical Clinic (4.6 stars).

Nearby Cities

Also serving residents of La Mesa (4 mi), Santee (4 mi), Spring Valley (5 mi), Lakeside (5 mi), Lemon Grove (6 mi), San Diego (10 mi).