Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in New Haven, CT
27urgent care centers and walk-in clinics serving New Haven. 8 list 24-hour service.
Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in New Haven
Showing 1–10 of 27, sorted by distance from the city center
- Hours listed · see hours60 Temple St, New Haven, CT 065100.3 mi from city center
Yale New Haven Hospital Rheuma
Hours listed · see hours425 George St, New Haven, CT 065110.4 mi from city centerYale Cancer Center
Hours listed · see hours333 Cedar St, New Haven, CT 065100.4 mi from city centerYale New Haven Hospital
Hours listed · see hours20 York St, New Haven, CT 065100.5 mi from city centerYale New Haven Children's Hospital
Hours listed · see hours1 Park St, New Haven, CT 065040.5 mi from city centerYale New Haven Psychiatric Hospital
Hours listed · see hours184 Liberty St, New Haven, CT 065190.5 mi from city centerYale Health
Hours listed · see hours55 Lock St, New Haven, CT 065110.5 mi from city centerYale-New Haven Psychiatric Hospital - Adult Psychiatric Care
Hours listed · see hours1294 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 065110.5 mi from city centerHospital of St Raphael
Hours not listed · call to confirm1294 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 065110.5 mi from city centerYale New Haven Health
Hours listed · see hours789 Howard Ave, New Haven, CT 065190.6 mi from city center
- Urgent care
- City center (distances measured from here)
New Haven urgent care at a glance
New Haven has 27 urgent care centers on our listings across 6 ZIP codes. 8 list 24-hour hours, 9 list Sunday hours and 2 more stay open past 7 PM on at least one weekday. The closest to the city center is Yale New Haven Hospital Temple Medical Center, 0.3 mi away.
- 27urgent care centers
- 8list 24-hour hours
- 11list Saturday hours
- 9list Sunday hours
- 2open past 7 PM on a weekdaynot counting 24-hour clinics
- 10list insurance networks
6 ZIP codes
- 0651113
- 065104
- 065134
- 065194
- 065041
- 065151
Counts come from the listings above and the hours each clinic publishes. Hours are not listed for 9 of the 27. Hours and networks change, so call to confirm.
Open late, weekends and 24 hours in New Haven
Open 24 hours 8
- Yale New Haven Hospital20 York St · Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Yale New Haven Children's Hospital1 Park St · Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Yale New Haven Psychiatric Hospital184 Liberty St · Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Yale Health55 Lock St · Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Yale New Haven Health789 Howard Ave · Open 24 hours, 7 days
Open on Sunday 9
- Yale Cancer Center333 Cedar St · Sunday: midnight – 11:30 PM
- Yale New Haven Hospital20 York St · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Yale New Haven Children's Hospital1 Park St · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Yale New Haven Psychiatric Hospital184 Liberty St · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Yale Health55 Lock St · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Yale New Haven Health789 Howard Ave · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Yale School of Medicine - Emergency Medicine464 Congress Ave Suite 260 · Sunday: 9 AM – 5 PM
- Yale New Haven Hospital Saint Raphael Campus1450 Chapel St · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Smilow Cancer Hospital Care Center1450 Chapel St STE A · Sunday: open 24 hours
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 Haven clinics
10 of the 27 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.
- Aetna9 of 27
- Cigna8 of 27
- Oxford (UnitedHealthcare)7 of 27
- UMR7 of 27
- Medicare6 of 27
- UnitedHealthcare6 of 27
Other clinics and medical services in New Haven
11 listings that are not urgent care, such as primary care, specialists, pharmacies and hospitals. Open one for its own page.
- 7Medical practice
- 2Dental clinic
- 1Eye care
- 1Imaging center
Urgent care vs. ER vs. primary care
General information, not specific to New Haven: 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 New Haven, CT?
New Haven, CT has 27 urgent care centers listed on UCL.
Is there a 24-hour urgent care in New Haven, CT?
Yes. 8 facilities offer 24-hour service in New Haven. Use the "Open 24 hours" filter on the listings above to see them.
Are urgent care centers in New Haven open on weekends?
11 of the 27 urgent care centers listed in New Haven list Saturday hours and 9 list Sunday hours. Hours are not listed for 9, so call those to check. Holiday hours are often shorter; confirm with the clinic before a holiday visit.
Which urgent care centers in New Haven are open late?
2 centers list weekday hours past 7 PM, and 8 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 Haven?
Yale New Haven Hospital Temple Medical Center is the listed urgent care center closest to the center of New Haven, 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 New Haven take?
On our listings, the networks named most often by New Haven urgent care centers are Aetna (9), Cigna (8) and Oxford (UnitedHealthcare) (7), with the number of clinics in brackets. 10 of the 27 list at least one network. Call the clinic to confirm it takes your plan.
Do urgent care centers in New Haven 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 Haven, CT?
Out-of-pocket urgent care costs in CT 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 New Haven?
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 Haven 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 Haven?
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 Haven 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 Haven?
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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