Cvs Emergency Clinic (2024)

FAQs

Where is the cheapest place to see a doctor? ›

Your first choice are community health centers. Sometimes called a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), these are government-run clinics that offer services on a sliding scale. Sometimes, this even means that care is at no-cost.

The average base cost of an urgent care visit in the state of California ranges from $90 to $300.

By federal law, nonprofit hospitals must offer financial assistance to those who cannot pay their bills. Some states also have other laws about uncompensated care, such as Washington, where all hospitals must tell patients about financial assistance programs when they receive care.

Bottom Line. The cost of a primary care visit when paying out of pocket averages $171, but can range between $75 to nearly $300 for a basic exam without insurance. The cost of primary care can be upwards of $600 depending on the lab tests and immunizations being done at the time of care.

Emergency Care Coverage: The EMTALA ensures emergency medical treatment regardless of insurance, but uninsured patients face full bills for all services.

Medi-Cal offers free or low-cost health coverage for California residents who meet eligibility requirements. Most applicants who apply through Covered California and enroll in Medi-Cal will receive care through managed health plans. Medi-Cal eligibility to include low-income adults.

Yes, our urgent care facilities accept Medi-Cal, which is California's Medicaid program. It offers medical coverage to low-income individuals and families.

No one will be denied access to services due to inability to pay. There is a discounted/sliding fee schedule available based on family size and income.

Even if you don't qualify for insurance, you can still get good health care, regardless of your immigration status or ability to pay. Call 311 to find out how to get medical or dental care at a public hospital, child health clinic, or community health clinic.

How much does urgent care cost in Florida? ›

On MDsave, the cost of an Urgent Care Office Visit ranges from $47 to $264. Those on high deductible health plans or without insurance can shop, compare prices and save.

Cheapest health insurance overall: Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente has the cheapest Bronze health insurance plans in 2024. Pros: Cheap rates.

Community Health Centers

These health centers offer both free and sliding-scale fees based on income. Sliding-scale fees mean that a person will pay a percentage of the cost of their care based on their annual income. If a person makes less than a certain amount, they may not have to pay for any portion of the visit.

Premium increases, higher deductibles and copays, and soaring prescription drug prices can all impact medical costs. According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), healthcare costs in 2023 skyrocketed to $4.8 trillion¹. CMS expects national health expenditures to reach $6.8 trillion by 2030².