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Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in New York, NY

281urgent care centers and walk-in clinics serving New York. 2 list 24-hour service.

Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in New York

Showing 1–10 of 281, sorted by distance from the city center

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  • City center (distances measured from here)

All 281 urgent care centers in New York, A to Z

New York urgent care at a glance

New York has 281 urgent care centers on our listings across 96 ZIP codes. 2 list 24-hour hours, 105 list Sunday hours and 100 more stay open past 7 PM on at least one weekday. The closest to the city center is NYU Langone Urgent Care West Side, 0.4 mi away.

  • 281urgent care centers
  • 2list 24-hour hours
  • 125list Saturday hours
  • 105list Sunday hours
  • 100open past 7 PM on a weekdaynot counting 24-hour clinics
  • 138list insurance networks
Closest to the city centerNYU Langone Urgent Care West Side0.4 mi from the city center

96 ZIP codes

  • 1137512
  • 114329
  • 116919
  • 100118
  • 113688
  • 100197
  • 111017
  • 114147
  • 100036
  • 100256
  • 111036
  • 114116

Counts come from the listings above and the hours each clinic publishes. Hours are not listed for 147 of the 281. Hours and networks change, so call to confirm.

Open late, weekends and 24 hours in New York

Open 24 hours 2

Open on Sunday 105

Showing 30 of 105; the full list is above.

Open past 7 PM on weekdays 100

Showing 30 of 100; the full list is above.

From the hours each clinic lists, in the same order as the list above; the list shows which are open right now. Hours change, so call to confirm.

Insurance networks listed by New York clinics

138 of the 281 urgent care centers here list at least one insurance network. These are the networks listed on our listings, drawn from insurer directories; call the clinic to confirm your plan before you go. A network missing here does not mean a clinic does not take it.

  • Oxford (UnitedHealthcare)96 of 281
  • UnitedHealthcare89 of 281
  • Aetna73 of 281
  • Cigna67 of 281
  • EmblemHealth59 of 281
  • UMR34 of 281
  • Medicare19 of 281
  • Molina Healthcare3 of 281
  • Humana2 of 281
  • Anthem1 of 281

Hospitals and emergency rooms in New York

Chest pain, trouble breathing or severe bleeding? Call 911.

The hospitals and emergency departments we list in New York. Our hospital listings are not complete, so this may not be every hospital in New York.

Other clinics and medical services in New York

72 listings that are not urgent care, such as primary care, specialists, pharmacies and hospitals. Open one for its own page.

  • 30Medical practice
  • 17Primary care
  • 15Hospital
  • 7Specialist
  • 2Imaging center
  • 1Emergency room
Adult Emergency Department, LIJ Hospital270-05 76th Ave, Glen Oaks, NY 11004Emergency roomColumbia University Irving Medical Center - Presbyterian Hospital Building622 W 168th St, New York, NY 10032HospitalForest Hills Hospital Parking102-01 66th Rd, Forest Hills, NY 11375HospitalIPRT Hillside Hospital205-07 Hillside Avenue #5-7, Jamaica, NY 11423HospitalJamaica Hospital Medical Center8900 Van Wyck Expy, Richmond Hill, NY 11418HospitalJamaica Hospital Ors89-06 135th St, Richmond Hill, NY 11418HospitalNew York Hospital Of Queens Int16-00 Central Ave, Far Rockaway, NY 11691HospitalNew York Orthopedic Hospital622 W 168th St # Ph1130, New York, NY 10032HospitalNew York Presbyterian Hospital180 Fort Washington Ave, New York, NY 10032HospitalNewYork-Presbyterian Hospital575 W 181st St, New York, NY 10033Hospital

Urgent care vs. ER vs. primary care

General information, not specific to New York: knowing where to go saves time and money. Here's how urgent care compares to a hospital ER and a primary care physician.

Urgent care

Today, when it can’t wait

Non-life-threatening illness or injury that can't wait for an appointment.

  • Flu, UTI, ear infection
  • Sprains and stitches
  • X-ray, COVID test
  • Sports physicals
Typical cost
$229–$445 self-pay; $25–$75 copay with insurance
Wait time
Usually 15–45 minutes; many offer online check-in.
Hours
Evenings and weekends; many open 7 days, some 24 hours.
Emergency room

Now, if it could be life-threatening

Life- or limb-threatening symptoms; severe pain, bleeding, breathing problems, suspected stroke or heart attack.

  • Chest pain
  • Stroke symptoms
  • Severe trauma or burns
  • Difficulty breathing
Typical cost
$1,200–$2,500+ self-pay; $150–$500+ copay with insurance
Wait time
Hours, depending on triage. Severe cases seen first.
Hours
24/7.
Primary care

In a day or two, or ongoing

Routine care, chronic conditions, ongoing health management. Schedule in advance.

  • Annual physical
  • Diabetes and blood pressure management
  • Screenings
  • Referrals
Typical cost
$100–$200 self-pay; $20–$40 copay with insurance
Wait time
Same-day availability rare; appointments often days to weeks out.
Hours
Weekday business hours, by appointment.
Chest pain, trouble breathing or severe bleeding? Call 911.

This is general information, not medical advice. Costs are typical US ranges, not quotes from any clinic listed here.

What a visit typically costs

Without insurance

Typical ranges, not quotes
  • Urgent care$229 – $445
  • Primary care$100 – $200
  • Hospital / ER$1,200 – $2,500+
$0$1,000$2,000$3,000+

With insurance (copay)

Typical ranges, not quotes
  • Urgent care$25 – $75
  • Primary care$20 – $40
  • Hospital / ER$150 – $500+
$0$200$400$600+

When to go to urgent care, and when to call 911

Urgent care is a good fit for

  • Fever
  • Sore throat
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Sprain or strain
  • Earache
  • Work / sports / school physical
  • Laceration
  • Puncture wound
  • Migraine headache
  • Sinus infection
  • Cough
  • Rash
  • Back pain
  • Car accident
  • Elevated blood pressure
  • General wellness exam

Call 911 or go to the ER for

  • Chest pain
  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
  • Sudden blurred vision
  • Numbness in face, arm, or leg, especially on one side
  • Weakness on one side of the body or difficulty speaking
  • Sudden, severe headache
  • Bleeding that won't stop
  • Coughing up or vomiting blood
  • Severe burns

Do not delay treatment for a serious medical problem.

Common reasons people visit urgent care

General information: urgent care centers handle non-emergency illness, injury and routine needs, usually the same day. Services differ from clinic to clinic, so check the listing or call ahead.

Illness

  • Cold & flu symptoms
  • Strep throat
  • Sinus infection
  • Ear infection
  • Bronchitis
  • Pneumonia (mild)

Injury

  • Sprains & strains
  • Minor fractures
  • Lacerations & cuts (stitches)
  • Puncture wounds
  • Burns (minor)
  • Animal & insect bites

Diagnostics & procedures

  • X-rays (on-site)
  • EKG / ECG
  • Lab tests & bloodwork
  • STD testing
  • Pregnancy testing
  • Drug screening

Preventive & routine

  • Sports physicals
  • School & camp physicals
  • Work / DOT physicals
  • Travel vaccinations
  • Flu shots
  • Tetanus boosters

Frequently asked questions

How many urgent care centers are in New York, NY?

New York, NY has 281 urgent care centers listed on UCL.

Is there a 24-hour urgent care in New York, NY?

Yes. 2 facilities offer 24-hour service in New York. Use the "Open 24 hours" filter on the listings above to see them.

Are urgent care centers in New York open on weekends?

125 of the 281 urgent care centers listed in New York list Saturday hours and 105 list Sunday hours. Hours are not listed for 147, so call those to check. Holiday hours are often shorter; confirm with the clinic before a holiday visit.

Which urgent care centers in New York are open late?

100 centers list weekday hours past 7 PM, and 2 list 24-hour hours. They are named in the "Open late, weekends and 24 hours" lists on this page. Hours change, so call before a late visit.

Which urgent care is closest to the center of New York?

NYU Langone Urgent Care West Side is the listed urgent care center closest to the center of New York, about 0.4 mi away. The list above shows verified clinics first, then the rest by distance from the city center.

What insurance do urgent care centers in New York take?

On our listings, the networks named most often by New York urgent care centers are Oxford (UnitedHealthcare) (96), UnitedHealthcare (89) and Aetna (73), with the number of clinics in brackets. 138 of the 281 list at least one network. Call the clinic to confirm it takes your plan.

Do urgent care centers in New York require an appointment?

Most urgent care centers accept walk-in patients without an appointment, though some offer optional online check-in. Call the clinic or check its listing to confirm its policy.

What does urgent care cost in New York, NY?

A basic urgent care visit is typically billed $229–$445 before insurance (FAIR Health's 2023 regional averages); X-rays, lab tests and stitches add to that. Many clinics offer a lower self-pay price, so ask before you are seen. With insurance, you usually pay your plan's urgent care copay, often $25–$75. These are typical ranges, not quotes.

When should I go to urgent care vs the ER in New York?

Go to urgent care for non-life-threatening illness or injury: fevers, sprains, infections, minor cuts, mild asthma, UTIs, flu, rashes. Go to the ER for chest pain, severe abdominal pain, difficulty breathing, sudden weakness or numbness, severe head injury, heavy bleeding, severe burns, or any potentially life-threatening symptom. When in doubt with a serious symptom, call 911.

Do urgent care centers in New York treat children?

Most urgent care centers treat patients of all ages, including children, and some are pediatric-only; call ahead to check a clinic's minimum age. For infants under 6 months with a high fever, contact a pediatrician or the ER directly.

Can I get an X-ray, lab test, or stitches at urgent care in New York?

Many urgent care centers offer on-site X-rays, basic lab tests (strep, flu, COVID, mono, UTI), IV fluids, sutures, and splints, but not all do. More advanced imaging (MRI, CT) typically requires a hospital. Call the clinic to confirm before you go.

Do urgent care centers in New York prescribe antibiotics?

Yes. Urgent care providers can prescribe antibiotics for bacterial infections (strep throat, UTIs, sinus and ear infections, skin infections) when clinically appropriate. They follow CDC stewardship guidelines, so they will not prescribe antibiotics for viral illness like the common cold or most cases of bronchitis.

Can I do a telehealth visit instead of going to urgent care in New York?

Some urgent care centers offer telehealth visits for non-emergency issues like cold and flu symptoms, prescription refills, rashes, or follow-up care. In-person visits are still required for X-rays, lab tests, and physical exams. Ask the clinic whether it offers telehealth.

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