Urgent Care in Berkeley, CA
20 verified clinics · Walk-ins welcome · No appointment needed
20 clinics found
Carbon Health Urgent & Primary Care Albany - University Village
1080 Monroe St #120, Albany, CA 94706
Blue Shield PPO Urgent Care: Us Healthworks Med Grp Pc
2850 Seventh St STE 100, Berkeley, CA 94710
UCSF Health-GoHealth Urgent Care - North Beach
170 Columbus Ave Ste 110, San Francisco, CA 94133
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Urgent Care in Berkeley, CA — Overview
Berkeley is a major city in California. This directory covers verified urgent care clinics across the Berkeley metropolitan area.
Healthcare in Berkeley includes national urgent care chains (MinuteClinic, AFC, Concentra), plus regional health system urgent care centers. Walk-in care is widely available 7 days a week.
This directory covers urgent care locations across Berkeley proper and surrounding suburbs. Whether you need same-day care or after-hours walk-in treatment, you'll find the nearest verified option.
Common questions about urgent care in Berkeley
Quick answers before you visit.
What insurance do urgent care clinics in Berkeley, CA accept?
Most urgent care clinics in Berkeley accept major commercial plans (Blue Cross Blue Shield of California, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana), Medicare, California Medicaid, and TRICARE. Specific in-network coverage varies by clinic — check the individual clinic page for the most accurate list, or call the clinic directly to confirm before your visit.
Which urgent care networks are strongest in Berkeley?
The largest walk-in care networks in the Berkeley area include the major regional health systems. See the 'Local networks' section on this page for a description of each — their typical services, affiliated hospitals, and FAQs about insurance acceptance.
Is urgent care cheaper than the ER in Berkeley?
Yes — significantly. A typical urgent care visit in Berkeley costs $25–$75 with insurance (copay), or $100–$200 cash-pay for a basic visit. An ER visit averages $1,500–$2,500 even for non-emergency issues. Urgent care is appropriate for fevers, flu, UTIs, pink eye, minor injuries, strep, and most same-day concerns — reserve the ER for chest pain, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or trouble breathing.
Do Berkeley urgent care clinics take walk-ins, or do I need an appointment?
All Berkeley urgent care clinics accept walk-ins — that's their core business. Many large chains (MinuteClinic, AFC Urgent Care, Concentra, and Solv-partnered clinics) also let you reserve a time slot online to skip the waiting room. Wait times are typically posted live on each clinic's website.
Are there pediatric urgent care options in Berkeley?
Most adult urgent cares in Berkeley see children age 1 and older. For infants under 12 months or complex pediatric presentations, look for dedicated pediatric urgent care — PM Pediatric Care, children's-hospital-affiliated walk-in centers, or pediatric-specific clinics. Check individual clinic pages for pediatric availability and age ranges.
How late are urgent care clinics open in Berkeley?
Most Berkeley urgent care clinics are open 8 AM to 8 PM, 7 days a week. Some major-chain locations (MinuteClinic, AFC Urgent Care, Concentra) offer extended or weekend hours, and a handful operate 24/7. Check the 'hours' line on each individual clinic page for current operating times — clinic schedules change, so we recommend confirming before travel.