MinuteClinic at CVS - Back Bay
587 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116
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About This Location
MinuteClinic at CVS - Back Bay is a MinuteClinic at CVS Pharmacy — part of the MinuteClinic chain (CVS Health's walk-in clinic division, 1,100+ clinics nationwide). Staffed by nurse practitioners and physician assistants, MinuteClinic handles routine acute care: strep throat, flu, COVID, ear infections, UTI, pink eye, skin conditions, vaccinations, travel health, and chronic disease monitoring (A1C, cholesterol, blood pressure). Appointments can be scheduled online at CVS.com/MinuteClinic.
location_city About Back Bay
Back Bay is Boston's most iconic neighborhood — home to Copley Square, Newbury Street shopping, the Boston Public Library, and the Prudential Tower. Built on landfilled tidal flats in the 1850s-1880s, the grid of Victorian brownstones houses young professionals, medical residents, and Berklee/BU students. Walk-in care options are anchored by Mass General Brigham's downtown facilities and MinuteClinic locations on Boylston and Mass Ave.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an appointment for MinuteClinic at CVS - Back Bay?
No appointment required — walk-ins are accepted. However, same-day appointments can be reserved online at CVS.com/MinuteClinic and typically shorten wait times to under 15 minutes.
What insurance does MinuteClinic accept?
MinuteClinic accepts BCBS of Massachusetts, Harvard Pilgrim, Tufts Health Plan, Aetna (CVS Health-owned), Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, MassHealth, and most commercial plans. Self-pay visits start at $69 for a basic visit.
Does MinuteClinic at CVS - Back Bay treat children?
Yes — MinuteClinic treats children ages 18 months and up for minor illnesses, vaccinations, school and sports physicals. Infants under 18 months should see a pediatrician or specialized pediatric urgent care.