Urgent Care in New York City, NY
60 verified clinics · Walk-ins welcome · No appointment needed
60 clinics found
Mount Sinai-Urgent Care, East 14th Street
310 E 14th St Ground Floor, New York, NY 10013
Urgent Care at NYU Langone Ambulatory Care West Side
355 W 52nd St 8th Floor, New York, NY 10019
Mount Sinai Doctors-Urgent Care & Primary Care, Upper West Side
638 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10024
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Urgent Care in New York City, NY — Overview
New York City is a major city in New York. This directory covers verified urgent care clinics across the New York City metropolitan area.
Healthcare in New York City 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 New York City proper and surrounding suburbs. Whether you need same-day care or after-hours walk-in treatment, you'll find the nearest verified option with hours, insurance, and directions.
Common questions about urgent care in New York City
Quick answers before you visit.
What insurance do urgent care clinics in New York City, NY accept?
Most urgent care clinics in New York City accept major commercial plans (Blue Cross Blue Shield of New York, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana), Medicare, New York 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 New York City?
The largest walk-in care networks in the New York City 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 New York City?
Yes — significantly. A typical urgent care visit in New York City 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 New York City urgent care clinics take walk-ins, or do I need an appointment?
All New York City 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 New York City?
Most adult urgent cares in New York City 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 New York City?
Most New York City 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.