MinuteClinic at CVS - Cambridge Porter Square — Cambridge, Boston, MA
36 White St, Cambridge, MA 02140
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About This Location
MinuteClinic at CVS - Cambridge Porter Square 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.
About Cambridge
Cambridge is the second-largest city in Greater Boston (118k residents) — home to Harvard University, MIT, Kendall Square's biotech corridor (Moderna, Biogen, Novartis), Harvard Square, and Central Square. Mount Auburn Hospital (Beth Israel Lahey), Cambridge Health Alliance, and Harvard University Health Services anchor healthcare. Walk-in: CareWell Cambridge, AFC Harvard Square, MinuteClinic Porter Square, GoHealth Cambridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an appointment for MinuteClinic at CVS - Cambridge Porter Square?
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 - Cambridge Porter Square 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.
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