Urgent Care in Columbia, SC
26 verified clinics · Walk-ins welcome · No appointment needed
26 clinics found
Prisma Health Urgent Care - Columbia - Forest Acres
2220 N Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC 29204
Novant Health Urgent Care – Shandon (Formerly Doctors Care)
2601 Rosewood Dr, Columbia, SC 29205
Prisma Health Urgent Care - Columbia - Garners Ferry
7613 Garners Ferry Rd, Columbia, SC 29209
Novant Health Urgent Care – Forest Acres (Formerly Doctors Care)
4500 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC 29204
Prisma Health Urgent Care - Columbia Harbison Boulevard
131 Harbison Blvd Suite A, Columbia, SC 29212
Novant Health Urgent Care – Northeast (Formerly Doctors Care)
10040 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC 29223
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Urgent Care in Columbia, SC — Overview
Columbia is a major city in South Carolina. This directory covers verified urgent care clinics across the Columbia metropolitan area.
Healthcare in Columbia 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 Columbia 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 Columbia
Quick answers before you visit.
What insurance do urgent care clinics in Columbia, SC accept?
Most urgent care clinics in Columbia accept major commercial plans (Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana), Medicare, South Carolina 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 Columbia?
The largest walk-in care networks in the Columbia 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 Columbia?
Yes — significantly. A typical urgent care visit in Columbia 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 Columbia urgent care clinics take walk-ins, or do I need an appointment?
All Columbia 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 Columbia?
Most adult urgent cares in Columbia 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 Columbia?
Most Columbia 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.