24 Hour Urgent Care in New York
New York City has one of the highest concentrations of urgent care centers of any city in the country, with dozens of locations spread across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. CityMD, GoHealth, and Northwell Health operate extensive walk-in networks with late evening and weekend hours.
Urgent care hours in New York: The earliest opening time among New York's 10 listed urgent care clinics is 7am, and the latest closing time is 11pm. 4 locations stay open past 9pm, and 6 are open on weekends — use the Open Now filter below to see who's currently accepting patients.
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CityMD West 14th Urgent Care - NYC
Midtown New York Doctors Urgent Care
Mount Sinai-Urgent Care, East 14th StreetCall to Confirm
Urgent Care at NYU Langone at TrinityCall to Confirm
CityMD West 88th Urgent Care - NYC
CityMD East 86th Urgent Care - NYC
CityMD West 57th Urgent Care - NYC
CityMD West 42nd Urgent Care - NYC
Urgent Care at NYU Langone Ambulatory Care West SideCall to Confirm
Memorial Sloan Kettering Patient Urgent Care CenterCall to Confirm
What to Expect at Urgent Care in New York
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Health Considerations in New York
New York's diverse geography spans dense urban neighborhoods in New York City — where urgent care density is among the highest in the country — to rural and suburban areas upstate where Lyme disease is a significant concern and healthcare access is more limited. Influenza and respiratory illness spread rapidly through the city's transit system during winter months, while upstate communities experience higher rates of tick-borne illness, outdoor recreation injuries, and winter weather-related urgent care visits.
Urgent Care in New York — Frequently Asked Questions
Is urgent care open on weekends in New York?
Yes — 6 of the 10 urgent care centers listed above for New York 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 New York?
No appointment is needed at most New York 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 New York?
A typical urgent care visit in New York 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 New York accept Medicaid?
Many urgent care centers in New York accept New York 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 New York?
Wait times vary by clinic. Midtown New York Doctors Urgent Care is the highest-rated option among the 10 clinics listed here, at 4.7★. 4 of 10 stay open past 9pm for after-work visits. 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 New York?
New York 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 New York?
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 New York have?
New York has 10 listed urgent care clinics, averaging 3.9★ across 5,999 reviews. See the full list above for addresses, phone numbers, and hours.