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Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in Santa Monica, CA

16urgent care centers and walk-in clinics serving Santa Monica.

Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in Santa Monica

Showing 1–10 of 16, sorted by distance from the city center

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    Urgent Care

    Hours not listed · call to confirm
    1245 16th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
    0.6 mi from city center
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All 16 urgent care centers in Santa Monica, A to Z

Santa Monica urgent care at a glance

Santa Monica has 16 urgent care centers on our listings across 4 ZIP codes. 10 list Sunday hours and 5 stay open past 7 PM on at least one weekday. The closest to the city center is Urgent Care Wilshire - Santa Monica Family Physicians, 0.3 mi away.

  • 16urgent care centers
  • 0list 24-hour hours
  • 10list Saturday hours
  • 10list Sunday hours
  • 5open past 7 PM on a weekday
  • 6list insurance networks
Closest to the city centerUrgent Care Wilshire - Santa Monica Family Physicians0.3 mi from the city center

4 ZIP codes

  • 904048
  • 904014
  • 904033
  • 904051

Counts come from the listings above and the hours each clinic publishes. Hours are not listed for 5 of the 16. Hours and networks change, so call to confirm.

Open late, weekends and 24 hours in Santa Monica

Open on Sunday 10

Open past 7 PM on weekdays 5

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 Monica clinics

6 of the 16 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.

  • Aetna6 of 16
  • UMR5 of 16
  • UnitedHealthcare5 of 16
  • Blue Shield of California4 of 16
  • Cigna4 of 16
  • Medicare4 of 16
  • Molina Healthcare1 of 16

Hospitals and emergency rooms near Santa Monica

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

We don't list a hospital in Santa Monica itself. These are the nearest hospitals we list within 10 miles of the city center; our hospital listings are not complete, so a closer one may exist.

Other clinics and medical services in Santa Monica

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

  • 2Primary care
  • 1Medical practice
Dr. Walter K. Theis Jr, MD3011 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90403Medical practiceUCLA Health Santa Monica Parkside Family Medicine2428 Santa Monica Blvd Suite 200, Santa Monica, CA 90404Primary careWestside Family Physicians2811 Wilshire Blvd Suite 810, Santa Monica, CA 90403Primary care

Urgent care vs. ER vs. primary care

General information, not specific to Santa Monica: 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 Santa Monica, CA?

Santa Monica, CA has 16 urgent care centers listed on UCL.

Are urgent care centers in Santa Monica open on weekends?

10 of the 16 urgent care centers listed in Santa Monica list Saturday hours and 10 list Sunday hours. Hours are not listed for 5, so call those to check. Holiday hours are often shorter; confirm with the clinic before a holiday visit.

Which urgent care centers in Santa Monica are open late?

5 centers list weekday hours past 7 PM. 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 Santa Monica?

Urgent Care Wilshire - Santa Monica Family Physicians is the listed urgent care center closest to the center of Santa Monica, about 0.3 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 Monica take?

On our listings, the networks named most often by Santa Monica urgent care centers are Aetna (6), UMR (5) and UnitedHealthcare (5), with the number of clinics in brackets. 6 of the 16 list at least one network. Call the clinic to confirm it takes your plan.

Do urgent care centers in Santa Monica 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 Monica, CA?

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 Santa Monica?

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 Monica 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 Monica?

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 Monica 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 Monica?

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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