MinuteClinic at CVS - Arlington
833 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02476
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About This Location
MinuteClinic at CVS - Arlington 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 Arlington
Arlington is a classic Boston suburb (46k residents) northwest of Cambridge — home to the Minuteman Bikeway, Arlington Center, and the Cyrus Dallin Art Museum. Anchored by Mount Auburn Hospital (Beth Israel Lahey) and CHA East Cambridge. Walk-in: AFC Arlington on Mass Ave.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an appointment for MinuteClinic at CVS - Arlington?
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 - Arlington 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.