24 Hour Urgent Care in Great Falls
Great Falls is the county seat of Cascade County and Montana's third-largest city, situated along the Missouri River in the north-central part of the state. Benefis Health System, formed by the 1996 merger of two hospitals dating to 1892 and 1898, operates a 226-bed hospital that anchors regional care for north-central Montana; urgent care centers on 10th Avenue South serve Great Falls residents and a large regional catchment area that includes patients from small communities across central Montana.
Urgent care hours in Great Falls: The earliest opening time among Great Falls's 3 listed urgent care clinics is 7am, and the latest closing time is 7pm. 0 locations stay open past 9pm, and 2 are open on weekends — use the Open Now filter below to see who's currently accepting patients.
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What to Expect at Urgent Care in Great Falls
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Health Considerations in Montana
Montana's vast wilderness and outdoor recreation economy — skiing, hunting, hiking, fly fishing, and whitewater sports — drive a high rate of wilderness injuries, orthopedic trauma, and altitude-related illness at urgent care centers across the state. The state's large rural footprint means some residents travel significant distances to reach care, making urgent care centers in Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, and Bozeman important regional resources.
Urgent Care in Great Falls — Frequently Asked Questions
Is urgent care open on weekends in Great Falls?
Yes — 2 of the 3 urgent care centers listed above for Great Falls 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 Great Falls?
No appointment is needed at most Great Falls 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 Great Falls?
A typical urgent care visit in Great Falls 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 Great Falls accept Medicaid?
Many urgent care centers in Great Falls accept Montana 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 Great Falls?
Wait times vary by clinic. BestMed Urgent Care - Great Falls is the highest-rated option among the 3 clinics listed here, at 4.9★. 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 Great Falls?
Great Falls 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 Great Falls?
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 Great Falls have?
Great Falls has 3 listed urgent care clinics, averaging 3.8★ across 1,458 reviews. See the full list above for addresses, phone numbers, and hours.