Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in Escondido, CA
22urgent care centers and walk-in clinics serving Escondido. 1 list 24-hour service.
Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in Escondido
Showing 1–10 of 22, sorted by distance from the city center
- Hours listed · see hours225 E 2nd Ave, Escondido, CA 920250.5 mi from city center
Graybill Urgent Care
Hours listed · see hours225 E 2nd Ave, Escondido, CA 920250.5 mi from city centerConcentra Physical Therapy
Hours listed · see hours840 W Valley Pkwy Suite 250, Escondido, CA 920250.5 mi from city centerConcentra Urgent Care
Hours listed · see hours860 W Valley Pkwy Suite 150, Escondido, CA 920250.5 mi from city centerIndustrial & Family Med Care
Hours not listed · call to confirm860 W Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 920250.5 mi from city centerScripps Coastal Medical Center Escondido
Hours listed · see hours488 E Valley Pkwy #411, Escondido, CA 920250.7 mi from city centerPalomar Medical Center Downtown
Hours not listed · call to confirm555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 920250.7 mi from city centerValley Immediate Care: Jimenez Arsenio I MD
Hours not listed · call to confirm555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 920250.8 mi from city centerKaiser Permanente Escondido Medical Offices
Hours listed · see hours732 N Broadway, Escondido, CA 920250.8 mi from city centerGraybill Medical Group - Escondido Grand Office
Hours listed · see hours625 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 920250.8 mi from city center
- Urgent care
- City center (distances measured from here)
Escondido urgent care at a glance
Escondido has 22 urgent care centers on our listings across 4 ZIP codes. 1 lists 24-hour hours, 5 list Sunday hours and 4 more stay open past 7 PM on at least one weekday. The closest to the city center is Graybill Medical Group - Escondido 2nd Avenue, 0.5 mi away.
- 22urgent care centers
- 1list 24-hour hours
- 7list Saturday hours
- 5list Sunday hours
- 4open past 7 PM on a weekdaynot counting 24-hour clinics
- 8list insurance networks
4 ZIP codes
- 9202518
- 920272
- 920261
- 920291
Counts come from the listings above and the hours each clinic publishes. Hours are not listed for 7 of the 22. Hours and networks change, so call to confirm.
Open late, weekends and 24 hours in Escondido
Open on Sunday 5
- Graybill Urgent Care225 E 2nd Ave · Sunday: 8 AM – 4 PM
- Centro Medico Escondido - Urgent Care1121 E Washington Ave · Sunday: 8 AM – noon
- MinuteClinic318 W El Norte Pkwy · Sunday: 8 AM – noon, 1 PM – 4:30 PM
- Rady Children's Urgent Care625 W Citracado Pkwy #100 · Sunday: 1 PM – 10 PM
- Palomar Medical Center Escondido2185 Citracado Parkway · Sunday: open 24 hours
Open past 7 PM on weekdays 4
- Graybill Urgent Care225 E 2nd Ave · Mon to Fri until 8 PM
- Neighborhood Healthcare - Valley Parkway728 E Valley Pkwy · Until 8 PM on some weekdays
- Centro Medico Escondido - Urgent Care1121 E Washington Ave · Mon to Fri until 8 PM
- Rady Children's Urgent Care625 W Citracado Pkwy #100 · Mon to Fri until 10 PM
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 Escondido clinics
8 of the 22 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.
- UMR4 of 22
- Aetna3 of 22
- UnitedHealthcare3 of 22
- Cigna2 of 22
- Medicare2 of 22
- Blue Shield of California1 of 22
Other clinics and medical services in Escondido
10 listings that are not urgent care, such as primary care, specialists, pharmacies and hospitals. Open one for its own page.
- 9Medical practice
- 1Dental clinic
Urgent care vs. ER vs. primary care
General information, not specific to Escondido: knowing where to go saves time and money. Here's how urgent care compares to a hospital ER and a primary care physician.
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
- $100–$250 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.
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.
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.
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$100 – $250
- Primary care$100 – $200
- Hospital / ER$1,200 – $2,500+
With insurance (copay)
Typical ranges, not quotes- Urgent care$25 – $75
- Primary care$20 – $40
- Hospital / ER$150 – $500+
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 Escondido, CA?
Escondido, CA has 22 urgent care centers listed on UCL.
Is there a 24-hour urgent care in Escondido, CA?
Yes. 1 facility offers 24-hour service in Escondido. Use the "Open 24 hours" filter on the listings above to see them.
Are urgent care centers in Escondido open on weekends?
7 of the 22 urgent care centers listed in Escondido list Saturday hours and 5 list Sunday hours. Hours are not listed for 7, so call those to check. Holiday hours are often shorter; confirm with the clinic before a holiday visit.
Which urgent care centers in Escondido are open late?
4 centers list weekday hours past 7 PM, and 1 lists 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 Escondido?
Graybill Medical Group - Escondido 2nd Avenue is the listed urgent care center closest to the center of Escondido, about 0.5 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 Escondido take?
On our listings, the networks named most often by Escondido urgent care centers are UMR (4), Aetna (3) and UnitedHealthcare (3), with the number of clinics in brackets. 8 of the 22 list at least one network. Call the clinic to confirm it takes your plan.
Do urgent care centers in Escondido 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 Escondido, CA?
Out-of-pocket urgent care costs in CA typically range from $100–$250 for an uninsured visit, depending on services; visits that include X-rays, lab tests, or minor procedures (stitches, splints) usually run $200–$400. With insurance, the visit cost is usually a copay of $25–$75. These are typical ranges, not quotes; verify with each facility before visiting.
When should I go to urgent care vs the ER in Escondido?
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 Escondido 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 Escondido?
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 Escondido 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 Escondido?
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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