24 Hour Urgent Care in El Paso
El Paso sits on the US-Mexico border in far west Texas at the foot of the Franklin Mountains, served by The Hospitals of Providence, University Medical Center, and a growing network of independent urgent care clinics. The hot desert climate and large military population from Fort Bliss contribute to heat illness, occupational injuries, and high walk-in care utilization throughout the metro.
Urgent care hours in El Paso: The earliest opening time among El Paso's 10 listed urgent care clinics is 8am, and the latest closing time is 8pm. 0 locations stay open past 9pm, and 10 are open on weekends — use the Open Now filter below to see who's currently accepting patients.
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Summit Urgent Care - East El Paso
Upper Valley Urgent Care Center
CareNow Urgent Care - West El Paso
CareNow Urgent Care - East El Paso
CareNow Urgent Care - Viscount
Upper Valley Urgent Care Center Eastlake
CareNow Urgent Care - North Zaragoza
CareNow Urgent Care - Cimarron
CareNow Urgent Care - Kenworthy
CareNow Urgent Care - El Paso Edgemere
What to Expect at Urgent Care in El Paso
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Health Considerations in Texas
Texas's vast geographic and climatic diversity — from the humid Gulf Coast to the arid West Texas desert to the temperate Hill Country — means urgent care needs vary significantly by region, but extreme summer heat is a near-universal concern: Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio regularly record heat index values above 105°F from June through September. Cedar fever — an intense allergic reaction to mountain cedar pollen — affects millions of Central Texas residents from November through February, making it one of the most distinctive and severe allergy seasons in the country.
Urgent Care in El Paso — Frequently Asked Questions
Is urgent care open on weekends in El Paso?
Yes — 10 of the 10 urgent care centers listed above for El Paso 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 El Paso?
No appointment is needed at most El Paso 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 El Paso?
A typical urgent care visit in El Paso 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 El Paso accept Medicaid?
Many urgent care centers in El Paso accept Texas 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 El Paso?
Wait times vary by clinic. Summit Urgent Care - East El Paso is the highest-rated option among the 10 clinics listed here, at 4.7★. 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 El Paso?
El Paso 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 El Paso?
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 El Paso have?
El Paso has 10 listed urgent care clinics, averaging 4.4★ across 16,972 reviews. See the full list above for addresses, phone numbers, and hours.