How long are emergency room wait times in Washington, DC?

Washington, DC averages 5.5 hours in the emergency room — the longest average ER wait of any major U.S. city. For non-life-threatening conditions, urgent care clinics across DC typically see patients within 30 to 60 minutes at a fraction of the ER cost.

Does urgent care in Washington, DC accept Medicaid?

Yes. DC Medicaid is accepted at urgent care clinics throughout the District. MedStar Health Urgent Care and other providers accept DC Medicaid along with most private insurance plans. Call ahead or check clinic listings on Solv to confirm your specific plan is accepted before visiting.

What is the DC Healthcare Alliance and does urgent care accept it?

The DC Healthcare Alliance is a locally-funded program providing medical assistance to DC residents who are not eligible for Medicaid or Medicare, with 26,370 enrollees as of November 2024. Some DC urgent care clinics accept Alliance coverage — check directly with the clinic. Note that significant eligibility and coverage changes are being phased in through 2027; contact the DC Department of Health Care Finance for current eligibility details.

What is the difference between urgent care and the ER in Washington, DC?

Urgent care clinics treat non-life-threatening conditions — infections, minor injuries, rashes, UTIs — with far shorter waits and lower costs than DC's emergency departments. With DC ERs averaging 5.5-hour waits, urgent care is the right choice for any stable, non-emergency condition. Use the ER for chest pain, stroke symptoms, major trauma, or any rapidly worsening condition. Call 911 if in doubt.

Is urgent care available in the evenings and on weekends in DC?

Yes. Most urgent care clinics in Washington, DC are open seven days a week including evenings and weekends, typically from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. or later. This is especially useful for DC's large commuter and government workforce population and for visitors who fall ill outside of regular business hours. Check real-time hours on Solv before heading in.

Which DC neighborhoods have urgent care clinics?

Urgent care clinics are located throughout DC including Capitol Hill, Navy Yard, Adams Morgan, Dupont Circle, Foggy Bottom, and Columbia Heights. The broader metro area has clinics in Silver Spring, Bethesda, and Rockville in Maryland, and Arlington and Alexandria in Virginia, all accessible via Metrorail.

Does urgent care in DC accept private insurance?

Yes. DC urgent care clinics accept most major commercial insurance plans including CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Humana, in addition to DC Medicaid and Medicare. Federal employees covered by FEHB plans should confirm their plan's urgent care benefits and network before visiting.

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Patient First Primary and Urgent Care, Catonsville

Patient First Primary and Urgent Care

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6333 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 212286333 Baltimore National Pike

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