Albestcare urgent care
Hours listed · see hours
701 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
0.4 mi from city center
Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in Council Bluffs, IA
35urgent care centers and walk-in clinics serving Council Bluffs. 4 list 24-hour service.
Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in Council Bluffs
Showing 1–10 of 35, sorted by distance from the city center
West Broadway Clinic
Hours listed · see hours1701 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 515010.5 mi from city centerAlegent Health Wound Care
Hours not listed · call to confirm1702 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 515010.5 mi from city centerCouncil Bluffs Community Health Center
Hours not listed · call to confirm300 W Broadway # 6, Council Bluffs, IA 515030.7 mi from city centerAll Care Health Center
Hours not listed · call to confirm902 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA 515010.7 mi from city centerRygol Sara
Hours not listed · call to confirm2201 W Broadway # 9, Council Bluffs, IA 515010.9 mi from city centerCHI Health Quick Care W Broadway
Hours not listed · call to confirm2323 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 515030.9 mi from city centerCHI Health Clinic
Hours not listed · call to confirm715 Harmony St #101, Council Bluffs, IA 515031.1 mi from city centerUrgent Care Council Bluffs
Hours not listed · call to confirm1720 N 16th St F, Council Bluffs, IA 515011.2 mi from city centerCHI Health Clinic Psychiatric Associates (Mercy Council Bluffs)
Hours listed · see hours801 Harmony St Medical Office Building TWO, Ste 302, Council Bluffs, IA 515031.2 mi from city center
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Council Bluffs urgent care at a glance
Council Bluffs has 35 urgent care centers on our listings across 2 ZIP codes. 4 list 24-hour hours, 9 list Sunday hours and 5 more stay open past 7 PM on at least one weekday. The closest to the city center is Albestcare urgent care, 0.4 mi away.
- 35urgent care centers
- 4list 24-hour hours
- 11list Saturday hours
- 9list Sunday hours
- 5open past 7 PM on a weekdaynot counting 24-hour clinics
- 18list insurance networks
Closest to the city centerAlbestcare urgent care0.4 mi from the city center
2 ZIP codes
- 5150326
- 515019
Counts come from the listings above and the hours each clinic publishes. Hours are not listed for 13 of the 35. Hours and networks change, so call to confirm.
Open late, weekends and 24 hours in Council Bluffs
Open 24 hours 4
Open on Sunday 9
- Albestcare urgent care701 W Broadway · Sunday: open 24 hours
- West Broadway Clinic1701 W Broadway · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Jennie Edmundson Hospital: Cannella III John J MD933 E Pierce St · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Jennie Edmundson Hospital201 Ridge St #307 · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Caring For Our Communities In Southwest Iowa933 E Pierce St · Sunday: midnight – noon
- Methodist Physicians Clinic Urgent Care933 E Pierce St · Sunday: noon – 6 PM
- CHI Health Clinic Family Medicine/Pediatrics/Priority Care (W Broadway)3135 W Broadway · Sunday: 8 AM – 8 PM
- Children's Physicians, Council Bluffs1022 Woodbury Ave · Sunday: noon – 8:30 PM
- CHI Health Clinic Family Medicine/Pediatrics/Priority Care (Valley View)1288 Valley View Dr · Sunday: 8 AM – 8 PM
Open past 7 PM on weekdays 5
- Methodist Physicians Clinic Urgent Care933 E Pierce St · Mon to Fri until 10 PM
- CHI Health Clinic Family Medicine/Pediatrics/Priority Care (W Broadway)3135 W Broadway · Mon to Fri until 8 PM
- Children's Physicians, Council Bluffs1022 Woodbury Ave · Mon to Fri until 8 PM
- CHI Health Clinic Family Medicine/Pediatrics/Priority Care (Valley View)1288 Valley View Dr · Mon to Fri until 8 PM
- Convenient Care Family Medicine & Walk-in Clinic3502 Metro Dr #200 · Mon to Fri until 7:45 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 Council Bluffs clinics
18 of the 35 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.
- Aetna16 of 35
- UnitedHealthcare15 of 35
- UMR14 of 35
- Cigna9 of 35
- Wellmark BCBS Iowa9 of 35
- Medicare8 of 35
- Humana7 of 35
Other clinics and medical services in Council Bluffs
8 listings that are not urgent care, such as primary care, specialists, pharmacies and hospitals. Open one for its own page.
- 6Medical practice
- 1Dental clinic
- 1Eye care
Broadway Family & Cosmetic DentistryDental clinicVision Specialists of Council BluffsEye careBluffs Family Health Care: Wanzek III Joseph M DOMedical practiceCheatle, Thomas F. MDMedical practiceDr. Pranith Surabhi, MDMedical practiceDr. Stephen C. Smith, MDMedical practiceMethodist Physicians Clinic: Crowley Kevin P MDMedical practiceMethodist Physicians Clinic: Razaq Mohammad MDMedical practice
Urgent care vs. ER vs. primary care
General information, not specific to Council Bluffs: 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
- $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.
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$100 – $250
- 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 Council Bluffs, IA?
Council Bluffs, IA has 35 urgent care centers listed on UCL.
Is there a 24-hour urgent care in Council Bluffs, IA?
Yes. 4 facilities offer 24-hour service in Council Bluffs. Use the "Open 24 hours" filter on the listings above to see them.
Are urgent care centers in Council Bluffs open on weekends?
11 of the 35 urgent care centers listed in Council Bluffs list Saturday hours and 9 list Sunday hours. Hours are not listed for 13, so call those to check. Holiday hours are often shorter; confirm with the clinic before a holiday visit.
Which urgent care centers in Council Bluffs are open late?
5 centers list weekday hours past 7 PM, and 4 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 Council Bluffs?
Albestcare urgent care is the listed urgent care center closest to the center of Council Bluffs, 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 Council Bluffs take?
On our listings, the networks named most often by Council Bluffs urgent care centers are Aetna (16), UnitedHealthcare (15) and UMR (14), with the number of clinics in brackets. 18 of the 35 list at least one network. Call the clinic to confirm it takes your plan.
Do urgent care centers in Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs, IA?
Out-of-pocket urgent care costs in IA 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 Council Bluffs?
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 Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs?
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 Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs?
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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