What services are provided at urgent care clinics?

We offer a wide range of services at urgent care. We provide COVID-19 tests, flu testing and flu shots. We also treat: Abdominal pain Diarrhea Headaches Minor cuts and bruises Nausea Sexually transmitted infections Skin rashes Sprains and strains Urinary tract infections Vomiting If you are experiencing symptoms of a heart attack, such as chest pain, difficulty breathing and left arm pain/numbness, do not go to an urgent care location. Call 911 or go directly to your nearest hospital emergency room.

Should I come to urgent care if I have COVID-19?

Please do not visit urgent care unless you need immediate attention. People use urgent care centers for high fevers; accidents; falls; injuries, such as cuts, minor breaks, sprains and strains; and other illnesses. As a community, we need to ensure people who need Ochsner’s care can receive it. Please use at-home tests or community testing sites to seek COVID-19 tests, for travel and exposure testing, and the COVID-19 Self Care and Symptom Monitoring Program if possible. To sign up for the self-care program, go to MyOchsner. Click on "find care'' and then click on "symptoms and self help.'' A positive at-home test does not need to be confirmed in an Ochsner urgent care. If you need minor medical care for COVID-19, a virtual visit through Ochsner Connected Anywhere will allow you to see a doctor from the convenience of your own home. Visit ochsner.org/anywhere to start an Ochsner Connected Anywhere virtual visit.

Should I go to urgent care if I have mpox?

According to the CDC, most people with mpox will recover on their own within about a month and won’t need medical attention. They can usually manage symptoms at home. There are currently no specific treatments or vaccines for mpox, but antiviral drugs used to treat smallpox may be used to treat mpox infections due to the similarities of the viruses. If you have tested positive for mpox, ask your doctor about treatment options. Vaccinations are now available to individuals who may be at high risk for mpox exposure. Appointments are now available and can be booked on the MyOchsner app or website myochsner.org. Once you’ve logged in, select “symptoms and self help” from the main menu to find the mpox attestation and vaccine schedule. If you are unable to schedule online, call 844-888-2772.

Urgent Care Services

Urgent Care Services in Louisiana and Mississippi

Ochsner Urgent Care provides immediate, walk-in medical care for non-emergency illnesses and injuries at locations across Louisiana and Mississippi. Ochsner Urgent Care are open after hours, on weekends and during holidays.

Whether you need same-day care for a sinus infection, a sprain or a UTI, Ochsner Urgent Care connects you with board-certified providers quickly and links your visit directly to Ochsner's full healthcare network for seamless follow-up care.

Find Urgent Care Near You

Plan your visit with Find Urgent Care Now

Check approximate wait times and plan your visit with Find Urgent Care Now through the MyOchsner portal or mobile app.

Find Urgent Care Now allows patients to view approximate wait times and add their expected arrival time. Please note: Ochsner urgent care locations operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Adding an arrival time does not guarantee being seen immediately or ahead of others in the waiting room. Patients with the most urgent needs are prioritized, so wait times may vary. Your official wait time begins upon check-in.

To use ePre-Check:

Complete ePre-Check prior to arrival: Begin MyOchsner Patient Registration Self-Service by completing ePre-Check via the MyOchsner portal or MyOchsner mobile app to verify your information ahead of your visit. ePre-Check must be fully completed.
Upon arrival: Proceed to the lobby and let the team know you have arrived.

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Why choose Ochsner Urgent Care?

Ochsner Urgent Care stands apart because it combines the accessibility of a walk-in clinic with Louisiana's No. 1 ranked hospital system, according to the U.S. News and World Report. That means every visit, however routine, is backed by board-certified providers, integrated electronic medical records and a network of specialists ready to provide follow-up care when needed.

Here is what sets Ochsner Urgent Care apart:

No appointment needed. Walk in at any location, any day of the week.
Extended hours. Most clinics are open Monday through Friday until 8 p.m. and on weekends.
Care for most ages. Urgent care locations across Greater New Orleans, Northshore, the Bayou region, Baton Rouge, North Louisiana and Coastal Mississippi treat patients six months and older. In the Lafayette area, clinics see patients one year and older.
Connected care. Your visit records are accessible through MyOchsner, making specialist referrals and follow-up appointments seamless.

Through a partnership between Ochsner Health, Slidell Memorial and Pelican Urgent Care, your electronic medical record is accessible to Ochsner and Slidell Memorial Hospital clinicians and to you online, whenever you visit a Pelican Urgent Care. These clinics provide care for patients 2 years and older.

Urgent Care vs. ER vs. Primary Care vs. Virtual Care: Which Is Right for You?

Choosing the right care setting saves time and ensures you get the most appropriate treatment. Here is a quick guide:

Your Situation	Best Care Option
Non-emergency illness or injury needing same-day attention	Urgent Care
Life-threatening emergency (chest pain, stroke, severe bleeding)	Emergency Room / Call 911
Routine checkups, chronic condition management or preventive screenings	Primary Care
Minor symptoms you can address from home (cold, UTI, allergies, rash)	Virtual Visit

Ochsner Urgent Care is best suited for patients who need prompt care for a condition that is not life-threatening. The emergency room is the right choice when symptoms could be life-threatening or require advanced imaging, surgery or intensive monitoring. Primary care is the right fit for ongoing health management and annual wellness visits. Virtual urgent care works best for minor symptoms when visiting a clinic is not convenient.

Match Your Symptoms to the Right Location

Ochsner Urgent Care treats a wide range of non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. Board-certified providers handle conditions that need prompt attention but do not require emergency room care.

Common illnesses and infections treated:

Colds, flu and sore throat
Sinus infections and ear infections
Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Allergies and mild asthma
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain
Sexually transmitted infections
Skin rashes and headaches
Pinkeye and fever

Injuries and physical concerns:

Sprains, strains and minor fractures
Minor cuts, bruises, burns and wounds requiring stitches
Sports injuries

Diagnostic and preventive services:

X-rays and lab tests (including strep, flu and COVID-19)
Pregnancy tests and STD testing
Vaccinations and flu shots
School, sports and work physical exams
Health screenings

Other services:

IV fluids and breathing treatments
Wound care and splinting for minor fractures
Occupational health services at select locations

If you are experiencing chest pain, difficulty breathing or left arm pain or numbness, symptoms that may indicate a heart attack, do not visit an urgent care location. Call 911 or go directly to your nearest emergency room.

IV hydration therapy at Ochsner Urgent Care is a medical wellness service that delivers fluids directly into your bloodstream through an intravenous line, providing fast and effective rehydration. It is administered by an experienced medical team at select Ochsner Urgent Care locations in Baton Rouge and New Orleans.

The therapy is designed to help you recover quickly from dehydration caused by travel, intense physical activity, illness or long days on your feet. Because the fluids bypass the digestive system entirely, your body absorbs them faster than oral hydration methods allow.

IV hydration Therapy is available at four Ochsner Urgent Care locations: Central and Arlington Marketplace in Baton Rouge and Uptown and Warehouse District in New Orleans. Each of these clinics offers the service on a walk-in basis with no appointment needed. IV hydration therapy is also available at Ochsner Urgent Care on weekends.

Ochsner Urgent Care and Occupational Health - Central: 10513 Sullivan Road, Suite 100
Ochsner Urgent Care and Occupational Health - Arlington Marketplace: 650 Arlington Creek Centre Drive, Suite E
Ochsner Urgent Care and Occupational Health - Uptown: 4605 Magazine St.
Ochsner Urgent Care & Occupational Health - Warehouse District: 900 Magazine St.

No appointment is needed. Ochsner Urgent Care offers IV hydration therapy on a walk-in basis at all four participating locations. You can walk in during regular clinic hours and be seen by our medical team without scheduling in advance, even during weekends.

Keep in mind that clinics operate on a first-come, first-served basis, and patients with the most urgent medical needs are prioritized.

IV hydration therapy at Ochsner Urgent Care is available to adults between the ages of 18 and 60. Patients outside this age range are not eligible for this specific service at this time.

If you are unsure whether IV hydration therapy is right for you, Ochsner's medical team will assess your needs upon arrival. For questions before your visit, contact your nearest participating location directly.

IV hydration therapy at Ochsner Urgent Care costs $130 and is offered as an out-of-pocket service. It is not billed through health insurance, so the flat fee applies regardless of your insurance plan.

This transparent, straightforward pricing means there are no surprise charges after your visit. For questions about payment options or other services covered by insurance at Ochsner Urgent Care, contact your nearest clinic or visit ochsner.org.

Ochsner operates urgent care clinics across Louisiana and Mississippi, including locations in New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner, Luling, River Ridge, Marrero, Covington, Mandeville, Slidell, Houma, Baton Rouge, Denham Springs, Gonzales, Lafayette, Carencro, Maurice, Youngsville, Shreveport, Bossier City and Monroe, Louisiana, as well as Diamondhead, Meridian and Picayune, Mississippi.

Plan your visit before you arrive. Use the MyOchsner portal or mobile app to view approximate wait times at nearby locations and add your expected arrival time through Find Urgent Care Now. Ochsner urgent care clinics operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Patients with the most urgent needs are prioritized, so wait times may vary. Your official wait time begins upon check-in.

Streamline your check-in with ePre-Check. Complete patient registration through the MyOchsner portal or app before you arrive, then proceed directly to the lobby when you get there.

Find an Ochsner Urgent Care Near Me

New to MyOchsner? Follow these steps to download the MyOchsner app, and get started today:

Download the MyOchsner app from the Apple App Store for Apple devices or Google Play for Android phones.
Select “Log in to your account.”
Select “Sign up” to access your Ochsner Health medical record.
Answer a series of questions to securely create your username and password. You will need to provide the same information you use at your appointments (name, date of birth and address).

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For MyOchsner patient support, call 877-339-2637 or email MyOchsner@ochsner.org.

If you need immediate orthopedic care, visit our Orthopedics Walk-In Clinic in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The clinic is located inside the Elite Training Complex at 5444 Burbank Drive. It is open for sprains, strains, minor dislocations, sports injuries, including ACL tears, and sudden or ongoing non-spine-related musculoskeletal pain.

The Orthopedics Walk-In Clinic is staffed by Ochsner’s talented team of surgeons, physical therapists, athletic trainers and sports medicine professionals.

Ochsner Urgent Care accepts most major insurance plans. Your copay is due at the time of service. If you are unsure of your copay, contact your insurance provider directly before your visit. View accepted insurance plans.

FAQs

We offer a wide range of services at urgent care. We provide flu testing and flu shots. We also treat:

Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Headaches
Minor cuts and bruises
Nausea
Sexually transmitted infections
Skin rashes
Sprains and strains
Urinary tract infections
Vomiting

If you are experiencing symptoms of a heart attack, such as chest pain, difficulty breathing and left arm pain/numbness, do not go to an urgent care location. Call 911 or go directly to your nearest hospital emergency room.

Our wait times vary by location. Our goal is to get patients in and out within 45 minutes. However, if we are busy, your wait time may be longer.

Ochsner Urgent Care accepts most major insurance. If you have health insurance, your copay will be due at the time of your service. If you don’t know your copay, contact your insurance provider.

If you don’t have health insurance, our urgent care clinics operate on a three-tier basis:

Urgent care visit with prescription only: $150
Urgent care visit with testing and prescription: $200
Urgent care visit with multiple tests or procedure and prescription: $300

Find an Ochsner Urgent Care clinic that accepts Medicaid for your convenience.

Ochsner Urgent Care is here to provide convenient access to the care you need — no appointment required. Our clinics offer walk-in services for patients aged 6 months and older.