How does TRICARE work at urgent care centers in San Antonio?

TRICARE beneficiaries in San Antonio can visit urgent care centers without a referral. As of January 1, 2018, TRICARE Prime enrollees no longer need a referral for urgent care, and point-of-service charges no longer apply for urgent care claims. You can go directly to any TRICARE-authorized network urgent care center for non-emergency conditions. San Antonio has broad TRICARE network coverage given its large military population — confirm a specific clinic's TRICARE participation before visiting.

Does urgent care in San Antonio accept STAR (Medicaid)?

Yes. Most urgent care centers in San Antonio accept STAR, Texas's Medicaid managed care program for children, pregnant women, and qualifying families. Bexar County ranks third in the state for STAR enrollment, with more than 400,000 residents covered. Texas MedClinic, CareNow, and NextCare locations across San Antonio accept STAR. You can confirm insurance acceptance for any specific clinic when booking through Solv.

How long is the wait at urgent care vs. an ER in San Antonio?

San Antonio's major emergency departments have significant average wait times: University Health averages approximately 6.0 hours, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Medical Center approximately 3.3 hours, and Brooke Army Medical Center approximately 3.6 hours. Urgent care centers in San Antonio typically see patients in under an hour for non-emergency conditions. For illnesses and minor injuries that don't require emergency care, urgent care is a much faster and less costly option.

What insurance do urgent care centers in San Antonio accept?

Most San Antonio urgent care centers accept TRICARE, STAR (Medicaid), Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, and Humana. Self-pay and uninsured patients are accepted at most locations, with transparent cash-pay pricing available. Given San Antonio's large military population, TRICARE participation is especially common. Check the clinic's listing on Solv to confirm your specific plan is accepted before booking.

When should I go to an ER instead of urgent care in San Antonio?

Go to an emergency room or call 911 for chest pain, signs of stroke (sudden numbness, facial drooping, slurred speech), difficulty breathing, severe abdominal pain, major trauma, or any condition you believe is life-threatening. San Antonio's major emergency facilities include University Health, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa, and Brooke Army Medical Center. During summer months, seek emergency care for heat stroke — body temperature above 103°F, confusion, or loss of consciousness. For less severe conditions, urgent care is appropriate and much faster.

Are there urgent care centers open on weekends in San Antonio?

Yes. Most urgent care centers in San Antonio are open on Saturdays and Sundays. Hours vary by location — many operate from 8am to 8pm on weekends. Texas MedClinic, CareNow, and other chains maintain weekend hours across their San Antonio locations. You can check real-time hours, availability, and current wait times for San Antonio urgent care centers on Solv and book ahead to hold your spot.

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Texas MedClinic Urgent Care, SW Military

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care

Open until 11:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
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2530 SW Military Dr, San Antonio, TX 782242530 SW Military Dr

3.67(3 reviews)

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Texas MedClinic Urgent Care, Ingram

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care

Open until 11:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
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Thu 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
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6570 Ingram Rd, San Antonio, TX 782386570 Ingram Rd

1.0(1 reviews)

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100% of patients recommend this clinic.

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care, Wurzbach

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care

Open until 11:59 pm

Mon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
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9885 I-10, San Antonio, TX 782309885 I-10

3.0(3 reviews)

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Texas MedClinic Urgent Care, Dove Creek

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care

Open until 11:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
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335 W Loop 1604 S, San Antonio, TX 78245335 W Loop 1604 S

3.5(2 reviews)

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Texas MedClinic Urgent Care, Culebra

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care

Open until 11:59 pm

Mon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
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6530 W Loop 1604 N, San Antonio, TX 782546530 W Loop 1604 N

1.0(2 reviews)

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Texas MedClinic Urgent Care, Bandera

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care

Open until 11:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
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9207 N Loop 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 782499207 N Loop 1604 W

3.5(2 reviews)

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Texas MedClinic Urgent Care, Broadway

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care

Open until 11:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
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1007 NE Interstate 410 Loop, San Antonio, TX 782091007 NE Interstate 410 Loop

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Texas MedClinic Urgent Care, Leon Springs

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care

Open until 11:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
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23611 I-10, Leon Springs, TX 7825723611 I-10

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93% of patients recommend this clinic.

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care, Forum

Texas MedClinic Urgent Care

Open until 11:59 pm

Mon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
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8341 Agora Pkwy, Selma, TX 781548341 Agora Pkwy

5.0(2 reviews)

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Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care, Selma

Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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15069 I-35 N, Selma, TX 7815415069 I-35 N

4.69(4.5k reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 5 times today on Solv.

I'm grateful we were able to get a appointment the same day. The wait was terrible as we had an appointment and waited over an hour for only a 10 minute visit. Pro the scheduling was great through the AI system. Con the wait was not helpful to have an appointment. We might as well have been a walk in. Recommendation don't offer appointments if your under staff and have patients wait an hour. That's already bad service.

My Urgent Care Clinic, Schertz

My Urgent Care Clinic

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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3795 Roy Richard Dr, Schertz, TX 781543795 Roy Richard Dr

4.85(123 reviews)

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96% of patients recommend this clinic.

NextCare Urgent Care, Cibolo - a BSWHealth partner

NextCare Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
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791 FM1103, Cibolo, TX 78108791 FM1103

4.72(2.2k reviews)

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98% of patients recommend this clinic.

Scheduling the appointment was easy. Wait time was not long. Staff was super friendly. Everyone was understanding and got meds ordered from the nearby pharmacy immediately. I have been to this location before and I always have a positive experience.