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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I should go to Urgent Care or the ER?
Urgent Care is for injuries or illnesses that are not life threatening. Therefore, we recommend going to the Emergency Department with the following conditions:
- Chest pain
- Difficulty breathing
- Uncontrolled bleeding
- Loss of consciousness
- Sudden loss of vision or blurred vision
- Acute mental health issues or suicidal feelings
- Change in mental status or stroke symptoms
i.e. Sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, sudden confusion, difficulty speaking or understanding what is being said. Sudden loss of balance or loss of coordination.
What ages do you treat?
We treat infants 4 months old to senior citizens. Learn more about our pediatric emergency services here.
Do I need an appointment?
No, you may walk in at any time without an appointment. Visit hmhbetter.org/urgentcare for reservations to Freehold, Monroe, Piscataway.
What lab tests do you perform?
We offer a wide range of point-of-care on-site lab testing and can send out any specimen to a medical laboratory when necessary.
- Cultures, swabs, blood draw
- PPD
- Titers
- COVID-19 testing
- Rapid influenza A&B testing (results in 15 minutes)
- Rapid mononucleosis screening (results in 15 minutes)
- Rapid strep (results in 5 minutes)
- STD
- Urine pregnancy test
- Urinalysis
Do you perform X-Rays?
Yes, each of our locations have X-Ray machines on-site, staffed by certified Radiologic Technologists.
Do you perform EKG/ECG - Electrocardiogram?
Yes, each of our locations have EKG capabilities
Do you perform STD testing?
Yes, we offer STD testing.
Do you offer DOT physicals?
Yes, most of our locations offer DOT physicals, please call ahead to schedule a visit.
Do you offer physical exams?
Yes. Our doctors regularly provide complete physical exams (routine, for work, sports or school), including blood work.
Do I need to bring anything with me?
Yes, you will need to bring a photo ID, co-pay, your e-mail address, and a copy of your insurance card to every visit.
Should I follow up with Urgent Care for my injury/illness?
We will instruct you on the proper follow up for your specific injury/illness. After your Urgent Care visit we encourage all patients to follow up with your primary care doctor. However, if your symptoms persist and you are unable to make a timely appointment with a primary care doctor, please revisit our Urgent Care.
- If you are in need of a primary care doctor, click here for a recommended list.
What insurances do you accept?
Aetna, Aetna Better Health, Amerihealth, Brighton/Magnacare, Cigna, Clover, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Horizon NJ Health, Multiplan, Qualcare, Self Pay, United Health/Oxford, Wellcare. Please verify with your insurance for participation.
