NextCare Urgent Care, Columbia — Columbia, Columbia, MO
202 E Nifong Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203
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About This Location
NextCare Urgent Care, Columbia is part of NextCare Urgent Care — one of the largest independent urgent care chains in the US with 175+ clinics across 11 states (Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Texas, Virginia). Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Mesa, Arizona, NextCare is privately held with backing from Enhanced Healthcare Partners. The network specializes in family-friendly walk-in care with extended hours (typically 8 AM to 8 PM weekdays, 9 AM to 5 PM weekends), on-site digital X-ray, comprehensive in-house labs (strep, flu, COVID-19 PCR and rapid, UTI, mono, pregnancy, basic chemistry), occupational health programs for local employers (DOT physicals at all locations with certified medical examiners, drug screening, workers' compensation), school and sports physicals, pediatric urgent care for children of all ages including infants, and travel medicine consults. NextCare's "Web Reserve" online check-in at nextcare.com lets patients reserve a time slot and arrive when room is ready — typical wait after Web Reserve is under 15 minutes. Self-pay rates available for uninsured patients (typically $135-$185 per visit).
About Columbia
This location serves Columbia, MO and the greater Columbia metropolitan area. Walk-in urgent care is widely available across the region with national chains (MinuteClinic, AFC, Concentra) plus local health system urgent care centers. For life-threatening emergencies, go to Barnes-Jewish Hospital (St. Louis) or University Health Truman (Kansas City).
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an appointment at NextCare Urgent Care, Columbia?
No appointment needed — walk-ins are always accepted. NextCare also offers 'Web Reserve' online check-in at nextcare.com to reserve a time slot and minimize wait.
What insurance does NextCare Urgent Care, Columbia accept?
NextCare accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Missouri, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna, Humana, Medicare, and MO HealthNet (Missouri Medicaid). Self-pay rates available for uninsured patients.
Does NextCare Urgent Care, Columbia treat children?
Yes — NextCare treats patients of all ages, including pediatric walk-in care. Most locations have board-certified pediatric-trained providers and child-friendly exam rooms.
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