CHRISTUS Dubuis Hospital of Lake Charles
Hours not listed · call to confirm
524 South Ryan St 5th Floor, Lake Charles, LA 70601
0.4 mi from city center
Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in Lake Charles, LA
45urgent care centers and walk-in clinics serving Lake Charles. 7 list 24-hour service.
Urgent care centers and walk-in clinics in Lake Charles
Showing 1–10 of 45, sorted by distance from the city center
Hanger Clinic: Prosthetics & Orthotics
Hours listed · see hours1715 Ethel St, Lake Charles, LA 706010.8 mi from city centerCHRISTUS Primary Care & Multi-Specialty Group
Hours listed · see hours401 Dr Michael Debakey Dr #100, Lake Charles, LA 706010.9 mi from city centerOschner CHRISTUS Health - General Surgery
Hours listed · see hours401 Dr Michael Debakey Dr suite 100 c & d, Lake Charles, LA 706010.9 mi from city centerMemorial Specialty Hospital
Hours not listed · call to confirm524 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA 706010.9 mi from city centerTeam Health
Hours not listed · call to confirm524 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA 706010.9 mi from city centerCHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick
Hours listed · see hours524 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA 706011.0 mi from city centerCornerstone Specialty Hospitals Southwest Louisiana
Hours listed · see hours524 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA 706011.0 mi from city centerImperial Health
Hours listed · see hours501 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA 706011.0 mi from city centerLake Charles Medical & Surgical Clinic
Hours not listed · call to confirm501 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA 706011.0 mi from city center
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- Urgent care
- City center (distances measured from here)
Lake Charles urgent care at a glance
Lake Charles has 45 urgent care centers on our listings across 4 ZIP codes. 7 list 24-hour hours, 14 list Sunday hours and 8 more stay open past 7 PM on at least one weekday. The closest to the city center is CHRISTUS Dubuis Hospital of Lake Charles, 0.4 mi away.
- 45urgent care centers
- 7list 24-hour hours
- 17list Saturday hours
- 14list Sunday hours
- 8open past 7 PM on a weekdaynot counting 24-hour clinics
- 24list insurance networks
Closest to the city centerCHRISTUS Dubuis Hospital of Lake Charles0.4 mi from the city center
4 ZIP codes
- 7060121
- 7060519
- 706113
- 706072
Counts come from the listings above and the hours each clinic publishes. Hours are not listed for 17 of the 45. Hours and networks change, so call to confirm.
Open late, weekends and 24 hours in Lake Charles
Open 24 hours 7
- CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick524 Dr Michael Debakey Dr · Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Southwest Louisiana524 Dr Michael Debakey Dr · Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Lake Charles Memorial Hospital1701 Oak Park Blvd · Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Avail Hospital Lake Charles3730 Nelson Rd · Open 24 hours, 7 days
- CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital4200 Nelson Rd · Open 24 hours, 7 days
Open on Sunday 14
- CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick524 Dr Michael Debakey Dr · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Southwest Louisiana524 Dr Michael Debakey Dr · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Lake Charles Urgent Care2400 Ryan St · Sunday: 9 AM – 5 PM
- Lake Charles Memorial Hospital1701 Oak Park Blvd · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Moss Memorial Urgent Care1000 Walters St · Sunday: 9 AM – 5 PM
- Avail Hospital Lake Charles3730 Nelson Rd · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Imperial Health Urgent Care4201 Nelson Rd · Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM
- CHRISTUS Ochsner Lake Area Hospital4200 Nelson Rd · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Memorial Urgent Care4345 Nelson Rd · Sunday: 8 AM – 6 PM
- Lake Charles Urgent Care1905 Country Club Rd · Sunday: 9 AM – 5 PM
- Fast Pace Urgent Care Lake Charles2640 Country Club Rd #400 · Sunday: 8 AM – 5 PM
- Moss Bluff Urgent Care277 US-171 # 10 · Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM
- Archer Institute of LCMH6713 Nelson Rd · Sunday: open 24 hours
- Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women1900 W Gauthier Rd · Sunday: open 24 hours
Open past 7 PM on weekdays 8
- Lake Charles Urgent Care2400 Ryan St · Mon to Fri until 8 PM
- Calcasieu Spinal Care Inc: A Professional Chiropractic Corporation2118 E Prien Lake Rd · Mon to Fri until 8 PM
- Moss Memorial Urgent Care1000 Walters St · Mon to Fri until 8 PM
- Imperial Health Urgent Care4201 Nelson Rd · Mon to Fri until 8 PM
- Lake Charles Urgent Care1905 Country Club Rd · Mon to Fri until 8 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 Lake Charles clinics
24 of the 45 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.
- Aetna18 of 45
- Cigna16 of 45
- BCBS Louisiana15 of 45
- UnitedHealthcare13 of 45
- UMR9 of 45
- Medicare6 of 45
- Humana4 of 45
Other clinics and medical services in Lake Charles
6 listings that are not urgent care, such as primary care, specialists, pharmacies and hospitals. Open one for its own page.
- 4Medical practice
- 1Dialysis center
- 1Pharmacy
Urgent care vs. ER vs. primary care
General information, not specific to Lake Charles: 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 Lake Charles, LA?
Lake Charles, LA has 45 urgent care centers listed on UCL.
Is there a 24-hour urgent care in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes. 7 facilities offer 24-hour service in Lake Charles. Use the "Open 24 hours" filter on the listings above to see them.
Are urgent care centers in Lake Charles open on weekends?
17 of the 45 urgent care centers listed in Lake Charles list Saturday hours and 14 list Sunday hours. Hours are not listed for 17, so call those to check. Holiday hours are often shorter; confirm with the clinic before a holiday visit.
Which urgent care centers in Lake Charles are open late?
8 centers list weekday hours past 7 PM, and 7 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 Lake Charles?
CHRISTUS Dubuis Hospital of Lake Charles is the listed urgent care center closest to the center of Lake Charles, 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 Lake Charles take?
On our listings, the networks named most often by Lake Charles urgent care centers are Aetna (18), Cigna (16) and BCBS Louisiana (15), with the number of clinics in brackets. 24 of the 45 list at least one network. Call the clinic to confirm it takes your plan.
Do urgent care centers in Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles, LA?
Out-of-pocket urgent care costs in LA 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 Lake Charles?
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 Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles?
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 Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles?
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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