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8163 Ocean Gateway, Easton, MD 216018163 Ocean Gateway
Open until 4:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.57(856 reviews)
Your Doc's In, Easton (Occupational Health) - 8163 Ocean Gateway
Friendly, professional and competent staff. Booked on-line.

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8163 Ocean Gateway, Easton, MD 216018163 Ocean Gateway
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Mar 31 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
4.63(4.9k reviews)
Your Doc’s In, Easton (Urgent Care) - 8163 Ocean Gateway, Easton
Great explanation for my diagnosis and treatment plan by the doctor. Quick and easy once I got called in.

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300 Sunburst Hwy, Cambridge, MD 21613300 Sunburst Hwy
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Mar 31 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
4.76(4.9k reviews)
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Your Doc's In, Cambridge - 300 Sunburst Hwy
I’ve become a regular user of the services at Your Doc’s In over the last month, twice for cat bites and once for a cut thumb. At my most recent visit, I was treated by Dr. Eric Widmaier, who was absolutely excellent. He prescribed antibiotics, insisting that I had to start them that same evening and not wait until my regular pharmacy opened. He also strongly suggested a series of vaccines, which I complied with, after doing some research of my own. He was pleasant, direct, and respectful. I really appreciated how concerned he was about my well-being. The staff is always efficient and friendly. Check-in was easy. The facility is always clean, despite the large number of patients every day. Your Doc’s In accepts my insurance and other plans as well, some with a copay. The entire visit, including wait time, was much shorter than it would have been at the ER. Your Doc’s in is my choice for urgent care.

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2425 N Salisbury Blvd, Salisbury, MD 218012425 N Salisbury Blvd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Mar 31 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
4.72(7.8k reviews)
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Your Doc’s In, North Salisbury (Urgent Care) - 2425 N Salisbury Blvd, Salisbury
Physician Assistant Charlie was excellent. He ordered appropriate testing and prescribed medications needed for my grandson who was positive for influenza B. The X-ray tech and medical assistant were also kind and thoughtful. Wait time was minimal. The office was clean.

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1135 S Salisbury Blvd, Salisbury, MD 218011135 S Salisbury Blvd
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  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Mar 28Closed
  • Mar 31 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
4.62(5.9k reviews)
Your Doc's In, South Salisbury - 1135 S Salisbury Blvd
Such a long waite but other than that it was fine walked in without a appointment

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200 Banning St, Dover, DE 19904200 Banning St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
ChristianaCare- GoHealth Urgent Care, Dover - 200 Banning St, Dover

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2425 N Salisbury Blvd, Salisbury, MD 218012425 N Salisbury Blvd
Open until 4:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.71(1.6k reviews)
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Your Doc's In, North Salisbury (Occupational Health) - 2425 N Salisbury Blvd
This is great experience. Front staff are courteous nursing and physicians are wonderful friendly and put you at ease. Recommend them highly,
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712 E Main St, Salisbury, MD 21804712 E Main St
Open11:30 am
  • Mon 7:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Tue 7:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Wed 7:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Thu 7:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Fri 7:00 am - 11:30 am
  • Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
4.3(551 reviews)
Quest Diagnostics - 712 E Main St
I would 100% recommend this company to anyone wanting to check their health status. The process was incredibly easy and done through certified labs. The results are frequently back by the next day.
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701 Health Services Dr, Seaford, DE 19973701 Health Services Dr
Open until 2:00 pm
  • Mon 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Tue 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Wed 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Thu 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Fri 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sat 6:30 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 701 Health Services Dr
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100 Rawlins Dr, Seaford, DE 19973100 Rawlins Dr
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
5.0(1 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

Awesome place very clean and fast with amazing staff!!!
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24459 Sussex Hwy, Seaford, DE 1997324459 Sussex Hwy
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
1.8(5 reviews)
Great care! Virtual care is very convenient and a lower cost to me and my family. The providers are caring and take their time to explain everything and answer questions. This is always my first choice for medical care.
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8 Denton Plaza, Denton, MD 216298 Denton Plaza
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
1.0(1 reviews)
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30549 Sussex Hwy, Laurel, DE 1995630549 Sussex Hwy
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
1.0(2 reviews)
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8221 Teal Dr, Easton, MD 216018221 Teal Dr
Open until 4:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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401 Purdy St, Easton, MD 21601401 Purdy St
Open until 2:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Sat 7:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 401 Purdy St
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300 Byrn St, Cambridge, MD 21613300 Byrn St
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
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28522 Marlboro Ave, Easton, MD 2160128522 Marlboro Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
4.0(4 reviews)
Walked in very short on breath. Staff gave immediate attention and sent me to ER in ambulance after evaluation. I was in more trouble than I realized. Thank you for that oxygen and quick diagnosis. You all saved my life. I had kidney failure. So glad you are close to my home. M finally home after one week in hospital. EMS were terrific.
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20930 Dupont Blvd, Georgetown, DE 1994720930 Dupont Blvd
Open until 2:00 pm
  • Mon 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Tue 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Wed 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Thu 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Fri 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sat 6:30 am - 10:00 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 20930 Dupont Blvd
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503 W Market St, Georgetown, DE 19947503 W Market St
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
5.0(1 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

Awesome staff and quick service!!
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701 E Naylor Mill Rd, Salisbury, MD 21804701 E Naylor Mill Rd
Open until 2:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 701 E Naylor Mill Rd
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550 S Dupont Blvd, Milford, DE 19963550 S Dupont Blvd
Open until 1:30 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 550 S Dupont Blvd
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628 Milford Harrington Hwy, Milford, DE 19963628 Milford Harrington Hwy
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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301 Jefferson Ave, Milford, DE 19963301 Jefferson Ave
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 7:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 7:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 7:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 7:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 7:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
3.44(8 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in reviews for their friendly staff

Friendly Staff

If I had my way, I would go to the Center instead of my regular doctors. Excellent service and treated like you are the only patient...very respectful and knowledgeable. Thanks for great care!
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614 Mulberry St, Milton, DE 19968614 Mulberry St
Open until 2:30 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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1813 Sweetbay Dr, Salisbury, MD 218041813 Sweetbay Dr
Open until 4:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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25935 Plaza Drive, Millsboro, DE 1996625935 Plaza Drive
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
1.5(3 reviews)
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32036 Long Neck Rd, Millsboro, DE 1996632036 Long Neck Rd
Open until 2:00 pm
  • Mon 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Tue 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Wed 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Thu 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • Fri 6:30 am - 2:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 32036 Long Neck Rd
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17274 Coastal Hwy, Lewes, DE 1995817274 Coastal Hwy
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
3.0(0 reviews)
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32711 Long Neck Rd, Millsboro, DE 1996632711 Long Neck Rd
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17252 N Village Main Blvd, Lewes, DE 1995817252 N Village Main Blvd
Open until 1:30 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 17252 N Village Main Blvd
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115 S Piney Rd, Chester, MD 21619115 S Piney Rd
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  • MonClosed
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  • FriClosed
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  • SunClosed
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Inside CVS Pharmacy - 115 S Piney Rd, Chester
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12302 Somerset Ave, Princess Anne, MD 2185312302 Somerset Ave
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
5.0(2 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

Short Wait Time

Very friendly staff, short wait time, very competent. I have been there multiple times & highly recommend them.
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18 Old Rudnick Ln, Dover, DE 1990118 Old Rudnick Ln
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12208 Brittingham Ln, Princess Anne, MD 2185312208 Brittingham Ln
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon10:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tue10:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wed10:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thu10:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Fri10:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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1309 Savannah Rd, Lewes, DE 199581309 Savannah Rd
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
2.84(19 reviews)
They are akways professional and friendly. I never have had to wait more then fifteen minutes. I usually I wait less then five minutes! I prefer going here now and switching to my primary care as soon as I am able.
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1078 S State St, Dover, DE 199011078 S State St
Open until 1:30 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 11:00 am
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 1078 S State St
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1630 Main St, Chester, MD 216191630 Main St
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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18941 John J Williams Hwy, Rehoboth Beach, DE 1997118941 John J Williams Hwy
Open until 7:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
2.33(6 reviews)
As soon as I walked in Cortney was so pleasant with my admission. I can't remember the MA that took my vitals but she was very personable and friendly. And Lexie who ordered my x-ray and follow up was phenomenal. Would recommend this place if you ever need walk in care!!!
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424 Savannah Rd, Lewes, DE 19958424 Savannah Rd
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 6:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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600 W Division St, Dover, DE 19904600 W Division St
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Flu Test FAQs

  • How much does a flu test cost in Federalsburg?

    The cost of flu test kits ranges from $18 to $24.50, with an average of $20. A flu test, on the other hand, can cost more or less based on a number of factors, including provider rates, geographic location, and whether or not your health insurance plan covers this treatment. Calling the testing firm directly is the most accurate way to find out how much a flu test costs.

  • Does insurance cover flu testing?

    Flu testing is covered by many health insurance policies, especially if your doctor requests it because of your symptoms. Contact your health insurance provider directly to learn more about your benefits and flu testing coverage. Some flu testing firms will verify your insurance benefits for free to see if this test is covered by your plan.

  • How long after exposure to flu will you test positive?

    You should get tested for the flu within three to four days of becoming ill, according to the CDC. It also warns that even if you don't have any symptoms or aren't yet experiencing them, you can spread the virus to others. On average, flu symptoms appear one to four days after the virus has entered your body.

  • How do they test for the flu in Federalsburg?

    The flu can be diagnosed using a swab test or a nasal aspirate. For the swab test, your healthcare provider will take tissue and fluid samples from your nose or throat with a swab. For the nasal aspirate test, a saline solution is injected into your nose, and the sample is extracted with mild suction. Your sample may be sent to a lab for analysis, or test results may be available immediately.

  • How long does it take to get flu test results in Federalsburg?

    Flu test results may come back straight away or take many hours or days, depending on the testing procedure used. The rapid flu test delivers results in 30 minutes on average, whereas results from flu tests sent to the lab take one to two days to arrive. The flu test provider will be able to provide you a more accurate time frame for receiving your findings.

  • What is a rapid flu test?

    A fast flu test can determine whether you have the flu in less than 30 minutes. This test is quite handy because the results are available right away. This also gives you and your healthcare provider the opportunity to discuss the numerous treatment options available to you. Other types of flu testing must be sent to a lab, with results arriving within a few days.

  • How accurate is the rapid flu test?

    The rapid flu test has been shown to have a higher percentage of false positives and false negatives than other types of flu testing, making it less accurate. If your flu test results are likely to be inaccurate or imprecise, your doctor may choose to perform a different type of flu test that requires lab analysis.

  • Where should I get a flu test?

    A flu test is available in your doctor's office, as well as any pharmacy, drugstore, hospital, urgent care clinic, or other healthcare facility that offers it. The easiest way to find out where you can get a flu test is to use Solv's flu test directory. So you don't have to waste time looking for top-rated flu test providers in your neighborhood, Solv can supply you with a list of them.

  • How accurate are flu tests?

    The rapid flu test is the most often used flu test, albeit it is not as accurate as other flu tests due to a high proportion of false positives and false negatives. If you're concerned about the accuracy of flu test results, request a non-rapid flu test from your doctor or flu test provider, which will be sent to a lab for analysis.

  • Can I do at-home flu testing?

    Some manufacturers sell at-home flu tests with results that can be viewed on your smartphone, though you may need a doctor's prescription to utilize this service. There is also an at-home test that can establish whether you have COVID-19 or the flu, but you'll need a doctor's prescription and the findings must be sent to a lab. Inquire with your doctor about the accuracy and accessibility of at-home flu testing.

What you need to know about Flu Testing in Federalsburg, MD

A flu test can help you and your doctor determine if you have the flu and, if so, what treatment you'll need to reduce your symptoms and recover quickly. When you are suffering flu-like symptoms, you should get a flu test. Fever, chills, weakness, congestion, sore throat, cough, and muscle pains are all common flu symptoms. Other health disorders, such as COVID-19, can be ruled out with a flu test.

A flu test can be done using a swab or a nasal swab. Your healthcare professional uses a cotton swab to remove a sample of tissue and fluids from your nose during a swab test. A nasal test involves injecting a little amount of saline solution into your nose and then collecting the sample with gentle suction. Depending on whether you have a fast flu test or another test that requires your sample to be examined in a lab, results are available immediately or within one to two days.

If you are at risk of becoming seriously ill from the flu, a flu test may be required. Those who have a weaker immune system, are pregnant or hospitalized, are under the age of five, or are over the age of 65 are at a higher risk of serious sickness.

There is no need to prepare for a flu test, and there are no major risks or side effects. However, once your healthcare professional obtains the test sample, you may feel slight discomfort that lasts a few seconds. If your test results are positive, your doctor may prescribe drugs to help you manage your symptoms or work with you to choose the best treatment option. The flu usually passes in one to two weeks for the majority of people.

If you are at high risk of becoming extremely ill from the flu, your doctor may recommend that you obtain an annual flu vaccine. If you're at risk for the flu, talk to your doctor about how often you should get a flu test and when the best time is to receive the flu vaccine.

Sources

Solv has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references.

  1. Annals of Family Medicine. A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Testing for Influenza A in High-Risk Adults.
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1466630/
  2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Influenza Signs and Symptoms and the Role of Laboratory Diagnostics.
    https://www.cdc.gov/flu/professionals/diagnosis/labrolesprocedures.htm
  3. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. How Flu Spreads.
    https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/disease/spread.htm
  4. MedlinePlus. Flu (Influenza) Test.
    https://medlineplus.gov/lab-tests/flu-influenza-test/
  5. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Rapid Influenza Diagnostic Tests.
    https://www.cdc.gov/flu/professionals/diagnosis/clinician_guidance_ridt.htm
  6. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Authorizes First COVID-19 and Flu Combination Test for use with home-collected samples.
    https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/coronavirus-covid-19-update-fda-authorizes-first-covid-19-and-flu-combination-test-use-home

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