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Urgent Care Encinitas, CA

Encinitas has 8 Urgent Care clinics serving 62,140 residents, with an average rating of 4.0 stars from over 6K patient reviews. Top-rated facilities include Exhort Health - Encinitas (⭐ 4.4, 4,412 reviews), Perlman Clinic Encinitas (⭐ 4.9, 588 reviews), Scripps Clinic Encinitas - 320 Santa Fe (⭐ 5, 501 reviews). 4 clinics offer Pediatric Services for families with children.

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

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🏆 Top Rated #1

4.4Exhort Health - Encinitas

4,412 reviews

📍 285 N El Camino Real #211, Encinitas, CA 92024, United StatesEncinitas Ranch

👶 Pediatric🏥 X-Ray🚶 Walk-In
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4.9Perlman Clinic Encinitas

588 reviews

📍 477 N El Camino Real A200, Encinitas, CA 92024, United StatesEncinitas Ranch

👶 Pediatric🚶 Walk-In
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5.0Scripps Clinic Encinitas - 320 Santa Fe

501 reviews

📍 320 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024, United StatesLeucadia

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5.0The How Clinic: Dr. John How

251 reviews

📍 700 Garden View Ct STE 102, Encinitas, CA 92024, United StatesEncinitas Ranch

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1.0UC San Diego Health System North Coastal Multi-Specialty Clinic - Garden View

501 reviews

📍 2574702700, Encinitas, CA 92024, United StatesEncinitas Ranch

👶 Pediatric
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3.0Rady Childrens Specialist

49 reviews

📍 D, 477 N El Camino Real #302, Encinitas, CA 92024, United StatesEncinitas Ranch

👶 Pediatric
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4.7Caesar Anderson, MD, MPH

12 reviews

📍 477 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024, United StatesEncinitas Ranch

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4.3Encinitas Family Care

11 reviews

📍 351 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024, United StatesLeucadia

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Encinitas Urgent Care Services

Encinitas urgent care clinics provide essential on-demand services, with 14 offering Pediatric Care for children and families. 11 clinics have X-rays available for quick diagnostics on fractures or infections, and another 11 support Walk-In Services so you can get seen without an appointment. Top spots like Madison Pachoe, FNP -- Primary Care (4.9 stars) and Exhort Health - Encinitas (4.4 stars) often include these amenities.

Whether you need a walk-in visit for flu symptoms or an X-ray for a sprain, these 11 walk-in clinics and 11 X-ray locations make it convenient. Pediatric services at 14 clinics cover everything from fevers to minor injuries, ensuring families have reliable options nearby.

Pediatric Urgent Care in Encinitas

Encinitas has 4 clinics offering pediatric urgent care for children's illnesses and injuries.

Insurance & Cost Information

Many Encinitas urgent care clinics accept Medicare at 12 locations, making it accessible for seniors. Medi-Cal is covered by 7 clinics, and Covered California plans work at 6 sites. Popular providers like UnitedHealthcare are accepted at 3 clinics.

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and Health Net are each taken at 2 clinics, while Medicaid is available at 2. One clinic handles most major insurance plans. Self-pay rates typically range from $100-250 without coverage.

Always call your preferred clinic to verify insurance acceptance and avoid surprises. High-rated spots like Madison Pachoe often list accepted plans online or over the phone.

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When to Visit Urgent Care vs Emergency Room

Choose Encinitas's 8 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 4.0-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 Encinitas Ranch, Leucadia 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 Encinitas, CA?

Encinitas has 8 urgent care clinics serving 62,140 residents.

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

Clinics in Encinitas average 4.0 stars from 6K patient reviews. Exhort Health - Encinitas leads with 4.4 stars.

What services are available at urgent care clinics in Encinitas?

11 clinics provide X-rays, 11 offer walk-in services, and 14 have pediatric care for quick treatment of common ailments.

Which insurance plans are accepted at Encinitas urgent care clinics?

Medicare (12 clinics), Medi-Cal (7), Covered California (6), and others like UnitedHealthcare (3). Self-pay $100-250; call to confirm.

What are typical wait times at Encinitas urgent care?

Wait times vary but are generally shorter than ERs, often under 30-60 minutes at walk-in clinics like Exhort Health. Check online or call for real-time updates.

Nearby Cities

Also serving residents of Solana Beach (4 mi), Carlsbad (5 mi), San Marcos (8 mi), Vista (10 mi), Oceanside (12 mi), Escondido (12 mi).