24 Hour Urgent Care in Atlantic City
Atlantic City is a coastal resort city in Atlantic County known for its casinos, Boardwalk, and beaches, drawing over 20 million visitors annually while also housing a permanent residential population. AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, tracing back to Atlantic City Hospital in 1898, is southeastern New Jersey's largest healthcare provider and runs the city's only cancer institute, heart institute, and neonatal intensive care unit; urgent care centers on North New York Avenue and South Carolina Avenue serve both city residents and visitors who need same-day medical care during their stays.
Urgent care hours in Atlantic City: The earliest opening time among Atlantic City's 3 listed urgent care clinics is 8am, and the latest closing time is 8pm. 0 locations stay open past 9pm, and 1 is open on weekends — use the Open Now filter below to see who's currently accepting patients.
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HealthMed Urgent Care - Atlantic CityCall to Confirm
Shore Urgent Care
AtlantiCare Urgent Care Egg Harbor TownshipCall to Confirm
What to Expect at Urgent Care in Atlantic City
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Health Considerations in New Jersey
New Jersey's dense suburban landscape overlaps significantly with the Lyme disease belt of the northeastern United States — the state reports high rates of Lyme disease annually, and tick awareness is important for residents with access to parks, trails, and wooded areas. The state's extensive Jersey Shore coastline also drives summer-season marine injuries, jellyfish stings, and sun-related conditions that bring both residents and tourists to urgent care centers from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Urgent Care in Atlantic City — Frequently Asked Questions
Is urgent care open on weekends in Atlantic City?
Yes — 1 of the 3 urgent care centers listed above for Atlantic City are open on Saturdays and Sundays. Some locations have reduced Sunday hours, so check the listings above for exact weekend hours at each clinic. If you need care on a Sunday evening, it's worth calling ahead to confirm the location hasn't closed early.
Do I need an appointment for urgent care in Atlantic City?
No appointment is needed at most Atlantic City urgent care centers. Walk-ins are welcome at all locations listed above. Some clinics offer online check-in so you can hold your spot in line before you arrive and reduce your time in the waiting room — check the clinic's website or Google listing to see if this is available.
How much does urgent care cost in Atlantic City?
A typical urgent care visit in Atlantic City costs between $100 and $200 without insurance for a basic exam. Additional services — such as X-rays, lab tests, rapid strep or flu tests, or stitches — will increase the total. Most clinics will provide a cost estimate when you call, and many post their self-pay rates on their website. See our full urgent care cost guide for a detailed breakdown.
Does urgent care in Atlantic City accept Medicaid?
Many urgent care centers in Atlantic City accept New Jersey Medicaid along with Medicare and major commercial insurance plans, but acceptance varies by clinic and by Medicaid managed-care plan. Call ahead to confirm the location takes your specific plan and is in-network before your visit.
What is the wait time at urgent care in Atlantic City?
Wait times vary by clinic. Shore Urgent Care is the highest-rated option among the 3 clinics listed here, at 4.8★. Weekday mornings tend to have the shortest waits industry-wide, and online check-in — where available — can reduce time in the waiting room.
What can urgent care treat in Atlantic City?
Atlantic City urgent care centers treat a wide range of non-life-threatening conditions including colds, flu, strep throat, ear infections, urinary tract infections, minor cuts and lacerations, sprains, rashes, pink eye, and more. Many locations also provide X-rays, lab work, and vaccinations. For chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, or other emergencies, go to the nearest ER or call 911.
Should I go to urgent care or the ER in Atlantic City?
Choose urgent care for non-life-threatening conditions — infections, minor injuries, illness, and anything that isn't immediately dangerous. Go to the ER (or call 911) for chest pain, difficulty breathing, suspected stroke, severe bleeding, loss of consciousness, or any situation that could be life-threatening. Urgent care is typically faster and far less expensive for the conditions it's designed to handle. See our full ER vs. urgent care guide for more detail.
How many urgent care options does Atlantic City have?
Atlantic City has 3 listed urgent care clinics, averaging 3.8★ across 2,778 reviews. See the full list above for addresses, phone numbers, and hours.