When unexpected health issues arise, knowing where to seek the right medical attention is crucial. For non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries that still require prompt care, Advanced Urgent Care offers a superior solution. Ohio State Advanced Urgent Care provides walk-in medical services seven days a week, catering to urgent and less urgent health conditions. Staffed by experts under the supervision of emergency medicine physicians, it delivers a level of expertise akin to a hospital emergency department, but with significantly reduced wait times and at a lower cost. It’s important to note that visits are billed at a specialist rate, reflecting this advanced level of care.
When to Choose Advanced Urgent Care
Advanced urgent care is designed to treat a wide range of conditions that are not severe enough for the emergency room but need attention sooner than a typical doctor’s appointment. These include:
- Sports and activity-related injuries: Fractures, sprains, and minor head and back injuries.
- Wound care: Burns, bruises, and lacerations requiring stitches.
- Gastrointestinal issues: Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration.
- Urinary concerns: Painful urination, suspected bladder, kidney, or urinary tract infections (UTIs).
- Post-surgical issues: Postoperative concerns and suspected blood clots.
- Sexual health concerns.
- Infectious diseases: Cold, flu, strep throat, and COVID-19 symptoms like cough, sore throat, fever, and headache.
- Infections: Eye, ear, throat, sinus, and respiratory infections.
Advanced Diagnostic and Treatment Capabilities
Ohio State Advanced Urgent Care is equipped with advanced diagnostic tools to ensure accurate and efficient treatment. For pediatric patients requiring advanced imaging like CT scans or ultrasounds, referrals to a pediatric facility may be necessary. Our capabilities include:
- Urgent X-rays
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- CT scans
- Comprehensive Lab tests: Including pregnancy, strep, COVID-19, and flu tests.
- Ultrasound (available Monday-Friday, hours vary by location)
- Casting, splinting, walking boots, crutches, and stitches
- IV hydration
Convenient Locations Across Ohio
For accessible and immediate care, Ohio State Advanced Urgent Care offers four convenient locations:
- For all ages: Outpatient Care Dublin
- For all ages: Outpatient Care New Albany
- For all ages: Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care (west of Ohio State campus)
- For patients 14 and up: East Hospital
View estimated wait times and schedule an appointment online for added convenience.
Understanding Cost and Insurance
Advanced Urgent Care provides a higher level of service than standard urgent care, and the billing reflects this. Visits are billed at a specialist rate, which is more than a typical urgent care visit but less expensive than an emergency room visit. Traditional urgent care copays do not apply.
Most major insurance plans are accepted. At the time of your visit, a specialist copay will be collected, and deductibles and coinsurance may apply, particularly if testing or advanced procedures are required.
Why Choose Ohio State Advanced Urgent Care?
When you need prompt medical attention for non-emergency situations, Ohio State Advanced Urgent Care stands out as an optimal choice. We offer four easily accessible locations, saving you both time and money compared to an emergency room visit. Our dedicated team of emergency medicine experts, affiliated with the No. 1 ranked hospital in central Ohio, ensures you receive high-quality care. Furthermore, our patient care managers facilitate seamless follow-up care with Ohio State providers if needed, addressing your questions and ensuring comprehensive support throughout your healthcare journey. Choosing Ohio State Advanced Urgent Care means choosing expertise, efficiency, and patient-centered care when you need it most.
