Comments on: No Health Insurance? Save Money On Doctor Visits Using These New Health Clinics

By: Buzz

Buzz — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:48:34 +0000

Thanks for this insight. I’m uninsured and have a killer earache. I think you will have saved me hundreds of dollars I don’t have to spare. I’ll be checking out Walgreen’s clinic tomorrow.

By: Arie

Arie — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:21:42 +0000

I would say that Tanamary’s comment above is “User error.” You should know what your plan covers before seeking services. That’s what you get when you choose a high deductible plan.

I LOVE these urgent care clinics. I’ve been to several in several states and have usually gotten quick, competent care. In fact, my experiences have been so great that I now view them as my “primary care” providers. I wish all doctor’s offices could have low waiting times. At the urgent care centers, the doctors and nurses actually can take the time to LISTEN to you and thus ensure a more accurate diagnosis than being rushed in and out. The co-pay has been the same as seeing a traditional private doctor so why would anyone put up with those long waiting times? I also love that they usually have weekend and late hours. Amen to that!

By: Tanamary

Tanamary — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 21:18:10 +0000

I’d be careful at these clinics if you ever do manage to get insurance. My 28 year old daughter was using these clinics for some time paying between $30 and $50 a visit. She FINALLY got insurance, but it has a high deductible ($3000 a year). She went to the same clinic she always used and presented her insurance card. Three weeks later she got the insurance EOB. The clinic charged her $200!!!! And because her deductible was not met, she has to pay the whole $200. She’d have been better off NOT having insurance.

By: Xel

Xel — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 16:40:07 +0000

Thanks for the info, I am not on insurance because I’m trying to cut costs but I have a bad earache/ear infection and need some relief. Had no idea these existed. It’s nice to have another option.

By: Felisha

Felisha — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 16:33:50 +0000

Can anyone tell me if these places work with you on a payment plan?

By: Pat

Pat — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 10:15:36 +0000

Like you, I have trouble getting insurance. i was diagnosed with kidney disease some 14 years ago, and while I’m still healthy and active, insurance companies don’t like me. I’ve been able to pay my way for the most part, since doctor’s office visits don’t cost that much here, but I will now look into these clinics. I’d heard of them before, but just never gave them serious thought. Thanks!

By: Sara

Sara — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 18:20:46 +0000

Thanks for the extra information about these clinics. I didn’t realize how many places had them now. Another place to check for folks who don’t have access to these stores (or their area stores do not have clinics) is ShopKo.com. Also, the link you provided don’t work for me – looks like your url is included in them? I worked around it though.

By: David

David — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 17:01:53 +0000

Depends on which one costs less for me, really. I would imagine insurance would cost less in a co-pay than you pay if you are uninsured.

By: Tyler

Tyler — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 17:00:00 +0000

David,

If you have insurance and choose to go to these “less-urgent” locations, will you then pay out of pocket or use insurance?

By: David

David — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:10:56 +0000

David – Well, since I don’t have an option, I will take their quality of care. They are all nurse practioners, just like in a “real” Doctor’s office.