Urgent Care Pittsburgh, PA

Of Pittsburgh's 37 urgent care clinics, 22 offer walk-in services, making it easy to get prompt treatment without an appointment. Facilities like AHN Express Care Services at 501 Penn Ave and iHealth Clinic Urgent Care at 6008 Centre Ave provide quick access for everyday needs such as colds, allergies, or minor injuries.

15 clinics are equipped with X-rays for diagnosing fractures, infections, or other issues on-site. Top-rated spots including Kids Plus Pediatrics and Preferred Primary Care Physicians combine these services with experienced providers. This setup saves time compared to hospital visits.

Additionally, 9 clinics specialize in pediatric care, catering to children with fevers, earaches, or vaccinations. Parents can rely on options like Express Care At AHN Outpatient Center - Waterworks for family-friendly urgent care.

Several Pittsburgh urgent care clinics accept major insurances, with 3 taking Medicare and 2 each accepting Aetna, Aetna Better Health of PA, American Health Plan, AmeriHealth Caritas, Cigna, Devoted Health, First Health, Geisinger, and Health Plan Partners/Jefferson Health Plan. Check top clinics like AHN Express Care Services or Kids Plus Pediatrics for your plan.

Self-pay rates at urgent care typically range from $100-250, much lower than ER costs, covering visits, X-rays, or basic labs. Always call ahead to confirm coverage and copays at your chosen location.

Verify acceptance directly with the clinic, as networks vary. Facilities in Downtown or Pleasant Hills often list multiple plans, helping residents save on out-of-pocket expenses.

Choose Pittsburgh'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 3.2-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 Bellevue, Bloomfield, Fox Chapel, Brentwood loaded with options, find one nearby via ratings and reviews to save time and money.

Also serving residents of McKees Rocks (5 mi), Whitehall (5 mi), Brentwood (5 mi), Mount Lebanon Township (5 mi), West View (6 mi), Braddock (6 mi).