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1575 20th St NW, Faribault, MN 550211575 20th St NW
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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.77(692 reviews)
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Compcare Occupational Medicine & Urgent Care, Faribault - 1575 20th St NW
The staff was very friendly. The check in process was very efficient.

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7560 160th St W, Lakeville, MN 550447560 160th St W
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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.77(528 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Compcare Occupational Medicine & Urgent Care, Lakeville - 7560 160th St W
The care was excellent! I get really stressed going to the doctor. But this clinic made me feel at ease. The doctor and nurse were very friendly and made me feel comfortable. Thank you!

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1232 S Oak Ave, Owatonna, MN 550601232 S Oak Ave
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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.76(807 reviews)
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Compcare Occupational Medicine & Urgent Care, Owatonna - 1232 S Oak Ave
Everything was good except having me pay a co pay when I know I have hit my out of pocket maximum. Will be Looking for a refund.

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1030 Blue Gentian Rd, Eagan, MN 551211030 Blue Gentian Rd
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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.78(143 reviews)
This clinic has shorter than average waiting periods

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Compcare Occupational Medicine & Urgent Care, Eagan - 1030 Blue Gentian Rd
Excellent care by physician for my 3 year old son. She was compassionate and even helped with his stuffed animal!

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7500 80th St S, Cottage Grove, MN 550167500 80th St S
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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
4.6(270 reviews)
Compcare Occupational Medicine & Urgent Care, Cottage Grove - 7500 80th St S
Was very easy to get my daughter in for an ear infection check and even though their systems were done they were patient and friendly and got her feeling better quick.

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6525 France Ave S, Edina, MN 554356525 France Ave S
Open 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sat 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • SunClosed
4.47(460 reviews)
Quest Diagnostics - 6525 France Ave S
After receiving my results, I called Quest Lab Testing and discussed the results with a consultation. This consultation filled in my knowledge gaps and made me more aware of my particular situation.
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32021 County 24 Blvd, Cannon Falls, MN 5500932021 County 24 Blvd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • MonClosed
  • TueClosed
  • WedClosed
  • ThuClosed
  • FriClosed
  • Sat10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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9974 214th St W, Lakeville, MN 550449974 214th St W
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Tue12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Wed12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Thu12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Fri12:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
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20200 Heritage Dr, Lakeville, MN 5504420200 Heritage Dr
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • SunClosed
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18580 Joplin Ave, Lakeville, MN 5504418580 Joplin Ave
Open until 9:00 pm
  • Mon 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Tue 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Wed 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Thu 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Fri 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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18275 Kenrick Ave, Lakeville, MN 5504418275 Kenrick Ave
Open until 6:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
MinuteClinic® Inside Target, Kenrick Ave, Lakeville - 18275 Kenrick Ave, Lakeville

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16150 Pilot Knob Rd, Rosemount, MN 5504416150 Pilot Knob Rd
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
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15350 Cedar Ave, Apple Valley, MN 5512415350 Cedar Ave
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15290 Pennock Ln, Apple Valley, MN 5512415290 Pennock Ln
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15051 Galaxie Ave, Apple Valley, MN 5512415051 Galaxie Ave
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Galaxie Ave, Apple Valley - 15051 Galaxie Ave, Apple Valley

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14655 Galaxie Ave, Apple Valley, MN 5512414655 Galaxie 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
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14050 Fairview Dr, Burnsville, MN 5533714050 Fairview 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 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
1.67(9 reviews)
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6150 Egan Dr, Savage, MN 553786150 Egan 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
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1654 Diffley Rd, Eagan, MN 551221654 Diffley Rd
Open until 9:00 pm
  • Mon 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Tue 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Wed 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Thu 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Fri 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
2.5(3 reviews)
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4241 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd, Eagan, MN 551224241 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Johnny Cake Ridge Rd, Eagan - 4241 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd, Eagan

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1411 Vermillion St, Hastings, MN 550331411 Vermillion St
Open until 6:00 pm
  • Mon 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tue 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wed 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thu 9:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • SunClosed
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Vermillion St, Hastings - 1411 Vermillion St, Hastings

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2200 NW 26th St, Owatonna, MN 550602200 NW 26th St
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
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8170 Old Carriage Ct, Shakopee, MN 553798170 Old Carriage Ct
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 - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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600 W 98th St, Bloomington, MN 55420600 W 98th St
Open until 8:30 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 8:30 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 8:30 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 8:30 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 8:30 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 8:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
1.94(9 reviews)
I love this clinic. The doctors are awesome and the lab personnel are really good at what they do. I am very grateful for the quality health care I've received here.
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3305 Central Park Commons Dr, Hastings, MN 551213305 Central Park Commons Dr
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
  • Sat 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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3305 Central Park Village Dr, Eagan, MN 551213305 Central Park Village Dr
Open until 5:30 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
3.05(11 reviews)
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9725 Girard Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 554319725 Girard Ave S
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671 W 1st St, Zumbrota, MN 55992671 W 1st 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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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151 Prospect St, Owatonna, MN 55060151 Prospect St
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4050 Dean Lakes Blvd, Shakopee, MN 553794050 Dean Lakes Blvd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Dean Lakes Blvd, Shakopee - 4050 Dean Lakes Blvd, Shakopee

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9055 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 554209055 Lyndale Ave S
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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8611 W Point Douglas Rd S, Cottage Grove, MN 550168611 W Point Douglas Rd S
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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
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8936 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 554208936 Lyndale Ave S
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
1.0(1 reviews)
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Lyndale Ave, Bloomington - 8936 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington

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1455 St Francis Ave, Shakopee, MN 553791455 St Francis Ave
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
2.13(4 reviews)
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2716 E 82nd St, Bloomington, MN 554252716 E 82nd St
Open until 4:00 pm
  • Mon 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tue 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thu 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Fri 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Labcorp - 2716 E 82nd St
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1201 Northland Dr, Mendota Heights, MN 551201201 Northland Dr
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700 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN 55420700 American Blvd E
Walmart Pharmacy - 700 American Blvd E, Bloomington
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7550 34th Ave S, Saint Paul, MN 551117550 34th Ave S
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
  • SatClosed
  • SunClosed
Concentra Urgent Care, Minneapolis (Airport) - 7550 34th Ave S
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5001 American Blvd W, Minneapolis, MN 554375001 American Blvd W
Open until 5:00 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sat 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
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7380 France Ave S, Edina, MN 554357380 France Ave S
Open until 8:30 pm
  • Mon 9:30 am - 8:30 pm
  • Tue 9:30 am - 8:30 pm
  • Wed 9:30 am - 8:30 pm
  • Thu 9:30 am - 8:30 pm
  • Fri 9:30 am - 8:30 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 5:00 pm
3.46(26 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in reviews for their friendly staff

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I received great care! I was leaving the country and only had a few minutes. They treated me and even had the medication on sight and was out of there in 20 minutes. They are very experienced and highly recommend them!
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6445 Richfield Pkwy, Richfield, MN 554236445 Richfield Pkwy
Open until 6:30 pm
  • Mon 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Tue 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Wed 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Thu 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Fri 8:00 am - 6:30 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Sun 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
MinuteClinic® Inside Target, Richfield Pkwy, Richfield - 6445 Richfield Pkwy, Richfield

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1963 S Robert St, West St Paul, MN 551181963 S Robert 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
3.1(5 reviews)
This clinic is rated highly in reviews for their clean offices

Sparkling Clean

MedExpress Urgent Care, West St. Paul - 1963 S Robert St, West St Paul
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701 Hewitt Blvd, Red Wing, MN 55066701 Hewitt Blvd
Open until 8:00 pm
  • Mon12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Tue12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Wed12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Thu12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Fri12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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6905 York Ave S, Edina, MN 554246905 York Ave S
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, York Ave, Edina - 6905 York Ave S, Edina

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8225 Flying Cloud Dr, Eden Prairie, MN 553448225 Flying Cloud Dr
Open until 7:00 am
  • 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 am
  • Fri 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Sat10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun11:00 am - 5:00 pm
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8251 Columbine Rd, Eden Prairie, MN 553448251 Columbine Rd
Open until 7:30 pm
  • Mon 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Tue 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wed 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thu 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Fri 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Sun 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
1.5(2 reviews)
MinuteClinic® at CVS®, Columbine Rd, Eden Prairie - 8251 Columbine Rd, Eden Prairie

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1471 S Robert St, West Saint Paul, MN 551181471 S Robert St
Open until 8:00 am
  • 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 am
  • Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 6:00 pm
1.0(1 reviews)
CVS Pharmacy - 1471 S Robert St, West Saint Paul
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2155 Ford Pkwy, Saint Paul, MN 551162155 Ford Pkwy
Open until10:00 pm
  • Mon 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Tue 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Wed 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Thu 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Fri 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
  • Sat 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
  • Sun10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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Flu Test FAQs

  • How much does a flu test cost in Northfield?

    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 Northfield?

    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 Northfield?

    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 Northfield, MN

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.
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