Urgent Care in Cambridge, MA
14 verified clinics · Walk-ins welcome · No appointment needed
14 clinics found
MIT Health Urgent Care Service
first floor, 25 Carleton St Building E23, Cambridge, MA 02142
CHA Behavioral Health Urgent Care
Cahill Bldng, 1493 Cambridge St 1st Fl, Cambridge, MA 02139
Mass General Brigham Urgent Care - Cambridge | Central Square
76 Prospect St, Cambridge, MA 02139
BILH Urgent Care - Chestnut Hill
200 Boylston St FL 1, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Beth Israel Lahey Health Urgent Care - Lynnfield
1350 Market St, Lynnfield, MA 01940
Beth Israel Lahey Health Urgent Care – Haverhill
229 B Lincoln Ave, Haverhill, MA 01830
Beth Israel Deaconess Urgent Care - Chelsea
1000 Broadway, Chelsea, MA 02150
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Urgent Care in Cambridge, MA — Overview
Cambridge is a major city in Massachusetts. This directory covers verified urgent care clinics across the Cambridge metropolitan area.
Healthcare in Cambridge 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 Cambridge 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 Cambridge
Quick answers before you visit.
What insurance do urgent care clinics in Cambridge, MA accept?
Most urgent care clinics in Cambridge accept major commercial plans (Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana), Medicare, Massachusetts 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 Cambridge?
The largest walk-in care networks in the Cambridge 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 Cambridge?
Yes — significantly. A typical urgent care visit in Cambridge 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 Cambridge urgent care clinics take walk-ins, or do I need an appointment?
All Cambridge 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 Cambridge?
Most adult urgent cares in Cambridge 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 Cambridge?
Most Cambridge 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.