Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cost of Urgent Care in Arizona?
The average cost of urgent care in Arizona will vary based on whether you have insurance coverage. What you pay out of pocket will also be based on the cost of the specific treatment you need. Insurance typically will cover urgent care visits, although the specific details and coverage will differ depending on your insurance plan. The typical cost of an urgent care appointment with one of our online doctors is $30 for patients with in-network health insurance. The cost is $129 for self-pay patients.
Should I Go to Urgent Care or the ER?
Whether you should go to urgent care or the ER will depend on the severity of your injury and illness. If you have a life-threatening medical emergency, you should go to the emergency room (ER). For less severe conditions that need care within 24 hours, you can likely go to urgent care. Examples of conditions that should be treated at the ER include severe shortness of breath, chest pains, and serious wounds and burns. Conditions that can be treated by urgent care (either in-person or online) include the cold, flu, strep throat, ear infections, sinus infections, and urinary tract infections (UTI).
Can I Go to Urgent Care If I Don’t Have a Doctor?
Yes, you can go to urgent care if you need timely medical treatment and do not have time to go to a regular doctor’s appointment. You can also go to urgent care if you do not have insurance or a primary care physician. However, you are still required to pay at urgent care (sometimes upfront), so be prepared and bring payment with you. Many urgent care clinics post a list of fees for commonly treated conditions. At PlushCare, you can book an online urgent care appointment with a licensed doctor whether or not you have insurance, all from the comfort of your home. Appointments are available every 15 minutes.
How Do I Get a Virtual Doctor Visit?
PlushCare makes it easy for you to get a virtual doctor visit for urgent care in Arizona. Here is how a virtual doctor visit works at PlushCare:
- Get started by booking an online appointment with a licensed doctor on the PlushCare app or website. Choose a time that works for you. We are in-network with most major insurers.
- Log in to your phone or computer during your scheduled appointment. Talk to your doctor about your symptoms, medical history, and current medications. The physician will determine what urgent care treatment you need and write you a prescription if necessary.
- Your prescription is sent to a local pharmacy of your choice for pickup at your convenience. It’s that easy!
Can Urgent Care Prescribe Antibiotics?
Yes, urgent care can prescribe antibiotics. Urgent care can also prescribe antiviral medications and certain other medications required for treatment. Urgent care cannot prescribe long-term pain medications or anxiety medications. PlushCare’s online Arizona urgent care doctors can prescribe antibiotics as well as other non-controlled substances. After your virtual urgent care appointment, your physician will send your prescription to a pharmacy of your choice for you to pick up.
