Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in Santa Clara, CA
21urgent care centers and walk-in clinics serving Santa Clara. 5 list 24-hour service.
Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in Santa Clara
Showing 1–10 of 21, sorted by distance from the city center
- Hours listed · see hours1825 Civic Center Dr, Santa Clara, CA 950500.2 mi from city center
Concentra Urgent Care
Hours listed · see hours988 Walsh Ave, Santa Clara, CA 950501.1 mi from city centerU.S. HealthWorks Medical Group
Hours listed · see hours988 Walsh Ave, Santa Clara, CA 950501.1 mi from city centerCert USA
Hours not listed · call to confirmSanta Clara, CA 950501.1 mi from city centerCert USA
Hours listed · see hoursE El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 950511.1 mi from city centerSanta Clara Center
Hours listed · see hours2734 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 950511.1 mi from city centerSutter Health
Hours not listed · call to confirm2734 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 950511.1 mi from city centerInternal Medicine: Santa Clara Center: Palo Alto Medical Foundation
Hours listed · see hours2734 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 950511.1 mi from city centerMinuteClinic
Hours not listed · call to confirm2700 Homestead Rd, Santa Clara, CA 950511.5 mi from city centerInstant Urgent Care
Hours listed · see hours3466 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 950512.0 mi from city center
- Urgent care
- City center (distances measured from here)
Santa Clara urgent care at a glance
Santa Clara has 21 urgent care centers on our listings across 3 ZIP codes. 5 list 24-hour hours, 8 list Sunday hours and 0 more stay open past 7 PM on at least one weekday. The closest to the city center is Santa Clara Urgent Care, 0.2 mi away.
- 21urgent care centers
- 5list 24-hour hours
- 8list Saturday hours
- 8list Sunday hours
- 0open past 7 PM on a weekdaynot counting 24-hour clinics
- 9list insurance networks
3 ZIP codes
- 9505111
- 950505
- 950545
Counts come from the listings above and the hours each clinic publishes. Hours are not listed for 7 of the 21. Hours and networks change, so call to confirm.
Open late, weekends and 24 hours in Santa Clara
Open 24 hours 5
- Cert USAOpen 24 hours, 7 days
- Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center and Medical Offices700 Lawrence Expy · Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Emergency Room | Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center and Medical Offices700 Lawrence Expy · Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Cert USAOpen 24 hours, 7 days
- Cert USA10404139 · Open 24 hours, 7 days
Open on Sunday 8
- Cert USASunday: open 24 hours
- Instant Urgent Care3466 El Camino Real · Sunday: 9 AM – 5 PM
- Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center and Medical Offices700 Lawrence Expy · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Emergency Room | Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center and Medical Offices700 Lawrence Expy · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Action Urgent Care3970 Rivermark Plaza · Sunday: 9 AM – noon, 1 PM – 5 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 Santa Clara clinics
9 of the 21 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.
- Cigna8 of 21
- Aetna6 of 21
- Blue Shield of California6 of 21
- UMR6 of 21
- UnitedHealthcare6 of 21
- Medicare5 of 21
- Humana1 of 21
Other clinics and medical services in Santa Clara
5 listings that are not urgent care, such as primary care, specialists, pharmacies and hospitals. Open one for its own page.
Urgent care vs. ER vs. primary care
General information, not specific to Santa Clara: 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 Santa Clara, CA?
Santa Clara, CA has 21 urgent care centers listed on UCL.
Is there a 24-hour urgent care in Santa Clara, CA?
Yes. 5 facilities offer 24-hour service in Santa Clara. Use the "Open 24 hours" filter on the listings above to see them.
Are urgent care centers in Santa Clara open on weekends?
8 of the 21 urgent care centers listed in Santa Clara list Saturday hours and 8 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 Santa Clara are open late?
None of the Santa Clara urgent care centers that publish hours list weekday hours past 7 PM, but 5 list 24-hour hours. Hours are not listed for 7; call to check.
Which urgent care is closest to the center of Santa Clara?
Santa Clara Urgent Care is the listed urgent care center closest to the center of Santa Clara, about 0.2 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 Santa Clara take?
On our listings, the networks named most often by Santa Clara urgent care centers are Cigna (8), Aetna (6) and Blue Shield of California (6), with the number of clinics in brackets. 9 of the 21 list at least one network. Call the clinic to confirm it takes your plan.
Do urgent care centers in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara?
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 Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara?
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 Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara?
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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