MinuteClinic at CVS - Dorchester — Dorchester, Boston, MA
703 Gallivan Blvd, Dorchester, MA 02124
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About This Location
MinuteClinic at CVS - Dorchester 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 Dorchester
Dorchester is Boston's largest neighborhood — 125,000+ residents across Ashmont, Fields Corner, Codman Square, Savin Hill, and Lower Mills. Historically working-class and among the most diverse neighborhoods in the US (large Vietnamese, Cape Verdean, Haitian, and Irish American populations). Carney Hospital (Steward Health), Codman Square Health Center (FQHC), and nearby MGB locations provide urgent care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an appointment for MinuteClinic at CVS - Dorchester?
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 - Dorchester 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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