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I’m not feeling well, where should I go?

Get healthcare in the right place for best cost and service. Save your money by choosing the right level of care.

Here’s a guide to understanding where to go when looking for healthcare.

Medical resource

Best for

Availability

Average cost

Telemedicine

Use your carrier’s telemedicine provider to connect with a physician to diagnose and treat allergies, colds, fever, diarrhea, ear infection, eye irritation, sinus infections, rashes

24/7/365
Video and phone consultations from board-certified physicians

$

Retail health clinic such as CVS, Target, Walgreens

Cough, minor allergic reactions, minor burns, minor cuts, sore throat, vaccinations

Usually some variation of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. everyday

$-$$

Doctor’s office

Any non-emergency health issue, or maintenance of a diagnosed condition

Usually some variation of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a few extended hours

$$

Urgent care center

Animal bites, back pain, nausea or diarrhea, non-life-threatening allergic reactions and asthma, sprains and strains (X-rays), stitches

Open extended hours and weekends

$$$

Emergency room

True emergencies, such as bleeding, broken bones, difficulty breathing, extreme pain, fainting, etc.

Most hospitals that offer emergency care are open 24/7/365

$$$$