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Read MoreThere’s never a convenient time for injury or illness to enter your life, but it’s especially unfavorable when your primary care physician (PCP) is not available. Even if your PCP is gone for the day or has a lengthy waitlist to get an appointment, there are still resources available for you to access quality care with no appointment necessary.
Inspira offers emergency room locations and urgent care centers in New Jersey for patients looking for exceptional care close to home. But it’s important to understand the difference between an ER and urgent care center so you can visit the location most appropriate for your “after hours” injury or illness.
ERs are open 24/7 for a broad range of specialized care. It is important to recognize when you are experiencing a severe medical condition or life-threatening situation that urgent care may not be equipped to handle. Patients at an ER are seen in priority order based on the type and severity of their medical complaint. Those with medical emergencies, such as heart attack, stroke or traumatic injuries, are always seen immediately. The following illnesses and injuries are most appropriately treated in an ER setting:
Please Note: This is not a comprehensive list of injuries or illnesses an ER will treat. Any time you are experiencing what you believe to be a life-threatening situation, go to the ER or call 9-1-1.
Urgent care centers are equipped to treat a wide range of minor or non-life-threatening conditions and tend to have shorter wait times and significantly lower treatment costs than an ER. Inspira’s urgent cares also offer opportunities for follow-up appointments not available with ER care. Plus, a variety of the most commonly prescribed medications are available on-site for patient convenience. Common conditions best-suited for urgent care include, but are not limited to:
Inspira’s urgent care centers also offer X-ray services, year-round physicals to satisfy school and sports requirements and flu shots. Download the MyInspira App to get in line before you arrive and find your nearest Inspira Urgent Care location.
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