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Read moreAFC Urgent Care is one of the best urgent care providers in the United States. With 60 locations across 38 cities in 15 states, AFC Urgent Care strives to provide the best urgent care to its patients.
Website: afcurgentcare.com
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A list of common services offered at AFC Urgent Care locations. For a complete list of available services and more details, visit a Clinic’s individual page.
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Some locations accept payment without insurance (self-pay). Here's a look at what some common services cost at AFC Urgent Care. For more details, visit a clinic's individual page
Contact your insurance company before your visit to ensure the clinic is in-network for the service(s) you're seeking.
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
TRICARE
United Healthcare
Workers' Compensation
AFC Urgent Care was first known as American Family Care, which was founded in 1982 by Dr. Bruce Irwin in Birmingham, Alabama. It is a healthcare company that operates over 200 urgent care centers across 26 states and serves nearly three million patients annually. It anticipates expanding and operating more than 500 clinics within the next several years. AFC Urgent Care has a mission to provide the best possible healthcare in a kind and caring environment while respecting the rights of every patient. In addition to providing urgent care, its clinics provide primary care, occupational medicine, and minor emergency treatment services. It prides itself on having patients return home within an hour of arriving at its doors and on accepting walk-ins who do not have referrals or appointments. On-site technology and services at AFC Urgent Care include clinical lab testing, digital X-rays, and electronic medical records. Annual physicals, vaccinations, seasonal allergy treatment, and pediatric urgent care are specialties available at AFC Urgent Care, along with COVID-19 services, including antibody testing, rapid testing, and swab testing.
Headquarters
Birmingham, ALAccreditations
The hours of operation at each AFC Urgent Care location may vary. It’s best to find a specific location using the list above to confirm the hours of operation for the you are planning your visit.
The cost of your AFC Urgent Care visit will vary based on the actual services you receive, as well as the specific details of your insurance plan, if applicable. Self-pay rates may also be available for patients without health insurance.
AFC Urgent Care accepts most major health insurance plans in order to minimize out-of-network costs. Specific insurance carries are outlined above. If you have questions about your specific health insurance plan, it is best to contact the AFC Urgent Care location you are looking to visit directly. Self-pay rates may also be available for patients without health insurance.
Yes. Self-pay rates may be available for patients without health insurance. The self-pay cost of your AFC Urgent Care visit will vary based on the actual services you receive
Healthcare providers at AFC Urgent Care locations are able to provide a medical evaluation and treatment for patients regardless of age. However, based on a patients specific symptoms, diagnosis, or treatment requirements, a patient may be referred to another provider where they can receive the best possible care.
AFC Urgent Care locations treat a wide variety of minor injuries and illnesses, including common infections and viruses, cold and flu symptoms, and stomach pains. Additionally, they treat muscle and body aches, breaks and sprains, and skin ailments. Preventative care options including routine physicals and immunizations are available, as well.
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