Urgent Care
When to Go to Urgent Care
Sickness doesn’t always happen between 8-5. University of Utah Health offers urgent care at eight locations across the Wasatch Front. We’re open all day—plus weekends and evenings.
Visit us when you need care right away for an illness or injury that isn’t life-threatening:
- Minor injuries like small cuts, sprains, or mild fractures
- Common illnesses like colds, flu, ear infections, or sore throats
Urgent Care vs ER
Urgent care centers offer same-day treatment for health concerns that can’t wait for an appointment with your regular provider. Emergency departments handle complex or critical needs.
Go to the emergency room or call 911 for life-threatening concerns:
- Chest pain, trouble breathing or signs of stroke
- Severe bleeding, serious head injuries, or loss of consciousness
- Sudden, severe pain or symptoms that threaten life or health
Why Choose U of U Health for Urgent Care?
All eight of our urgent care clinics are staffed by highly skilled nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and physicians. Our team is supported by compassionate nurses and medical assistants dedicated to patient-centered care.
We offer convenient, comprehensive services and provide common in-office procedures. We treat a wide range of conditions—from common illnesses and rashes to simple fractures with splinting. We also prioritize responsible, evidence-based antibiotic use. You’ll benefit from our streamlined care coordination. We connect you with further care, including orthopedics, sports medicine, urgent dental referrals, OB/GYN, pediatrics, and primary care providers.
Above all, we are committed to delivering exceptional care with efficiency, compassion, and clinical excellence.
You Don't Need an Appointment. Just Walk In.
You don't need an appointment at our urgent care centers. Just walk into any of our urgent care locations and we will get you the care you need. View current wait times at all our clinic locations and use MyChart features like “On My Way” to be added to our queue before arriving.
Virtual Urgent Care—Talk With A Provider At Home
We offer virtual urgent care appointments. Receive care from a U of U Health expert from the comfort of your home. All you need is a smartphone, tablet, or computer. During your virtual urgent care visit, your provider will help you understand your symptoms and develop a treatment plan.
Our Urgent Care Locations
Farmington Health Center - Urgent Care
165 N. University Ave.
Farmington, UT 84025
HOURS: 7 days a week, 9am-8:30pm
Greenwood Health Center - Urgent Care
7495 S. State St.
Midvale, UT 84047
HOURS: 7 days a week, 9am-8:30pm
Redstone Health Center - Urgent Care
1743 W Redstone Center Dr. #115
Park City, UT 84098
HOURS: 7 days a week, 8am-7pm
Redwood Health Center - Urgent Care
1525 W. 2100 S.
Salt Lake City, UT 84119
HOURS: 7 days a week, 9am-8:30pm
South Jordan Health Center - Urgent Care
5126 W. Daybreak Parkway
South Jordan, UT 84009
HOURS: 7 days a week, 9am-8:30pm
Stansbury Health Center - Urgent Care
220 Millpond Road 100
Stansbury Park, UT 84074
HOURS: Mon-Fri, 8am-6:30pm Sat, 8am-7:00pm
Sugar House Health Center - Urgent Care
1280 E. Stringham Avenue
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
HOURS: 7 days a week, 9am-8:30pm
Westridge Health Center - Urgent Care
3730 W. 4700 S.
West Valley City, UT 84129
HOURS: 7 days a week, 9am-8:30pm
What Can Urgent Care Treat?
We care for a variety of minor injuries & illnesses
- Cold, flu, fever, or sore throat
- Earaches or sinus pain
- Nausea
- Cough, allergies, or mild asthma symptoms
- Animal and insect bites
- Rashes, skin irritation, or mild allergic reactions
- Sprains, strains, or minor bone fractures
- Mild sports injuries
- Minor cuts that may need stitches
- Urinary tract/bladder infections
- Pink eye
We also offer on-site testing
- Influenza A & B
- COVID-19
- RSV
- Strep
- Urinalysis
- Pregnancy
Can Urgent Cares Do X-rays?
Each of our eight urgent care locations offer X-ray services and EKGs. We also provide rapid access to DVT ultrasound (same or next day).
We also perform several common in-office procedures like suturing, abscess drainage, ingrown toenail treatment, fracture management and ear lavage.
How Much is Urgent Care Without Insurance?
Cost shouldn’t be a barrier to health care. We offer payment plans and financial assistance. We also offer estimates for out-of-pocket expenses. When you select an estimate as a self-pay patient, you’ll get an estimate of how much the services will cost, minus a 30% discount.
Insurance Coverage
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Urgent care—Most insurance plans bill urgent care visits like a regular primary care visit.
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Virtual urgent care—Many plans cover Telehealth services. Contact your insurance carrier to verify coverage.
Know Where to Go for Care
When you need medical care, choosing the right place can help you get treatment faster and avoid unnecessary costs. Use this guide to understand when to visit the emergency department, urgent care, virtual urgent care, or mental health emergencies.
When You Need Emergency Care
Go to the emergency department or call 911 if you have life-threatening symptoms or a serious injury.
Examples of when to go to the ER:
- Chest pain
- Difficulty breathing
- Signs of stroke
- Severe bleeding
- Loss of consciousness
- Seizures
- Severe allergic reactions
- Major injuries or burns
When You Need Same-Day Care
Visit in-person urgent care for illnesses and injuries that need prompt treatment but are not life-threatening.
Common reasons to visit urgent care:
- Fever
- Sore throat
- Cough or flu symptoms
- Ear pain
- Minor cuts
- Sprains and strains
- Minor fractures
- Rashes
- Urinary tract infections
- Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
When You Can Be Treated from Home
See a provider from home for common illnesses and minor health concerns with virtual urgent care.
You can treat a lot of concerns with virtual urgent care:
- Cold, cough, or sinus symptoms
- Mild sore throat
- Mild rash
- Pink eye
- Headaches
- Medication questions
- Follow-up care
Mental Health Emergencies
Huntsman Mental Health Institute provides immediate, supportive mental health care without an appointment for both youth (ages 5–17) and adults (18+). You can also call, text, or chat 988 anytime for free, confidential crisis support.