Urgent Medical Care
When it comes to urgent medical care, finding a reliable and quality provider is crucial. Whether you’re suffering from a sudden illness or in need of immediate medical attention, it’s important to know where to turn for fast, affordable and quality care. With the rise of urgent care clinics in recent years, it can be overwhelming to sift through the options and find the best one for your needs. NasonCare’s board-certified emergency physician and owner, Barron Nason, MD, shares 7 essential tips for finding quality urgent care near you. These tips will help you navigate the world of urgent care and ensure you receive the highest level of care when you need it most.
Reviews and Recommendations
One of the best ways to find quality urgent care near you is to consider reviews and recommendations from others. This can include checking online review websites, asking friends or family members for their personal experiences, or even reaching out to your primary care physician for their recommendations. Experience is key. Does the provider have experience in emergency medicine? Does the provider have raving fans overall?
Recommendations from friends or family members can also be valuable as they can provide firsthand accounts of their experiences with a specific urgent care provider. At NasonCare, we are proud of our five-star service. Through the years, the time we spend with patients, our deep knowledge of emergency medicine diagnosis and treatment options, and our belief that healthcare should wait on you – not the other way around – sets us apart from other urgent care facilities.
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Location
The location of the urgent care facility is an important factor to consider. You want to choose a facility that is conveniently located and easily accessible in case of an emergency. Centrally located next to Northwoods Mall with plenty of parking, NasonCare is purposefully housed in a previous hospital emergency building to provide full-service care in one place.
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Services Offered
Different urgent care facilities may offer different services. It’s important to review the services offered by each facility to ensure they meet your specific needs. Some urgent care clinics are limited in their scope of care. NasonCare has on-site x-ray, CT, labs, occupational medicine, urgent care, primary care, and employee care services.
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Staff Qualifications:
Look for facilities that have certified healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses, and physician assistants. For example, board certification in emergency medicine is ideal. It’s essential to know that you will be in capable hands and receive high-quality care.
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Hours of Operation:
Urgent care facilities have different operating hours, so check their schedule. Look for a facility that offers convenient hours, including evenings and weekends. NasonCare is open seven days a week from 8 am to 8 pm. Summer Sunday hours may apply.
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Cleanliness and Hygiene:
The cleanliness and hygiene of the urgent care facility are crucial for your safety and well-being. Look for facilities that maintain high standards of cleanliness, both in waiting areas and examination rooms. A clean and well-maintained facility reflects the facility’s commitment to providing quality care.
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Insurance Acceptance and Self-Pay Rates:
Before choosing an urgent care facility, ensure that they accept your health insurance. At NasonCare, we accept most insurances and have a very affordable self-pay rate. An example, a hospital CT is over 4,000 dollars while a CT at NasonCare is under 300 dollars. Pricing varies depending on the area of the baby being scanned and whether contrast is needed. Having on-site CT and x-ray means our NasonCare patients don’t have to go to a second location for diagnosis and treatment.
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Go To Nason
By considering these essential tips, you can find a quality urgent care facility near you that meets your specific needs and provides the level of care you deserve. For more information and to see estimated times for patient care, just go to www.gotonason.com. Walk-ins welcome.
