At after-hours or urgent care centers, patients with minor injuries or illnesses can get the care they need and avoid time-consuming visits to the emergency department. These centers specialize in treating minor illnesses or injuries when provider offices have closed for the day or are unable to accommodate the patient into the appointment schedule of the day based on a non-emergent need. Examples of minor injuries or illnesses include cuts, sprains, flu-like symptoms, earaches, fever and minor burns. Patients who think urgent care is needed should first call their PCP to ensure an after-hours or urgent care center is the right place to go for treatment.
Access the most up-to-date directory of after-hours and urgent care centers at www.peopleshealth.com/providers. Choose Urgent Care Centers from the Service drop-down menu.