Immediate Care

Essentia Health offers a variety of immediate care services for a wide range of medical needs—no appointment needed. Your choice of care depends your conditions/symptoms, where you live and whether you would like to be seen in person or online. Find the best care option for you.

Emergency Medicine

If your symptoms are severe or potentially life-threatening, call 911 or seek emergency care.

Mental Health Services

To access mental health crisis services, call or text 988.

Find Care Options

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Choose Care: Based on the symptoms you are experiencing, here are your care options nearest you.
If you would like to talk to someone directly, call the Nurse Care Line at 1-800-714-4646.

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24/7 Video Visits On Demand

We do not recommend a 24/7 video visit as you may be asked to come in for the following:

Access video visits with a medical professional for your urgent care needs through MyChart. You will need to have an active MyChart Account.

Average Time to Connect with Provider: 15 mins

Cost:

Payor Info:
Insurance and/or out-of-pocket

MyChart account required

E-Visits

We do not recommend an E-Visit as you may be asked to come in for the following:

Fill out a short questionnaire to receive a diagnosis and treatment plan by an Essentia provider for your common concerns and conditions.

Average Time Until Response: 15-60 mins

Cost:

Payor Info:
$40 out-of-pocket

MyChart account required

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Not sure what to do?

If you would like to talk to someone directly, call the Nurse Care Line at 1-800-714-4646

View Wait Time Map

See the wait times for immediate care locations near you.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I choose virtual care versus in-person care?
In many cases, your best first step may be virtual care, especially if wait times are high.

If you have a severe injury or illness, go to an emergency room or call 911.

For routine or preventative care, consider a virtual video visit. For in-person care, call your local clinic or schedule an appointment online.

For specialty care, virtual and in-person options are available when you need an expert for skin rashes, allergies, vaccinations, joint and soft tissue injuries and more.
What is the difference between Urgent Care, Walk-In Care and Emergency Medicine?
Walk-in Care – Walk-in care for minor illnesses and injuries. All walk-in care locations have lab services, including blood draw. Not all locations offer X-ray. Hours vary by location.

Urgent Care – Walk-in care for minor illnesses and injuries that may require lab or imaging services. Hours vary by location.

Emergency Medicine - Get care for serious or life-threatening illnesses and injuries that require immediate attention. Care is provided by doctors and a team of medical professionals. This service is available 24/7 at Essentia Health hospitals.

Orthopedic Urgent Care or Walk-In Care - Get immediate care for sprains, strains, and broken bones. See a doctor or physician assistant who specializes in muscle, bone, and joint care - no appointment needed.
What is the difference between E-Visits and 24/7 Video Visits On Demand?
E-Visits – Online visits through MyChart for common concerns and conditions. Receive a diagnosis and treatment plan for just $40.

24/7 Video Visit On Demand - Get care from an urgent care provider without leaving your home via virtual video visit. Connect with a provider online via secure video chat within MyChart.
Who can get virtual care?

Anyone, regardless of they are an Essentia Health patient, can receive virtual care, including an E-Visit or 24/7 Video Visit On Demand. All you need to do is register or log into your Essentia Health MyChart account atMyChart | Essentia Health
How much should my visit cost?
The approximate out-of-pocket costs per visit for each Immediate Care service are:

Emergency Department (ED): Approx. $600

24/7 Video Visit On Demand: Approx. $99-$448

Urgent Care: Approx. $335-$515

Walk-In Care: Approx. $335-$515

E-Visit: $40

You’ll get the most accurate estimate based on the information available at the time of your request. The estimate is not a guarantee of your final charges. The actual cost may vary based on what services you need.

Your estimate may not include:

Exams and appointments before or after your (procedure/surgery)

Treatment for any complications

Classes about your procedure or visits to a dietitian

Lab tests and radiology (X-rays, CT scans, MRIs)

Unforeseen services you may receive

Disclaimer: Our price estimate is not a guarantee of the charges or benefits for a service. Actual charges can differ due to the physician’s medical determination during a visit, complications, length of visit, medical coding changes, or changes in a patient’s condition.
I still have questions, who can I call?

Essentia Health patients can get free medical advice from one of our registered nurses (RNs) any time of the day or night by calling our Nurse Care Line at 1-800-714-4646. For more information, visit our Nurse Care Line page.
Are same-day appointments available in Primary Care?

At Essentia Health, we provide safe in-person care for chronic condition management, general medical issues, preventative care, immunizations, a variety of surgeries, screenings, and other diagnostic tests through Primary Care. You can see what same-day primary care appointments are available by scheduling online

Same Day Care
Get same-day care for a wide range of medical needs at Essentia Health—no appointment needed.

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