Frequently Asked Questions
Can you book an online urgent care visit in Michigan?
Yes, you can book an online urgent care visit in Michigan. Virtual urgent care visits are able to treat conditions including non-severe injuries, illnesses, and infections. Conditions that online urgent care doctors typically can treat include:
- UTI
- Strep throat
- Ear infections
- Sinus infection
- Bacterial infection
- Common cold
- Flu
- Pink eye
- STDs
What is a virtual video visit?
A virtual video visit is a telemedicine tool used to connect patients and doctors. The patient uses their smartphone or computer to virtually talk to their doctor. The doctor will then conduct a regular appointment and ask the patient about their symptoms, medical history, and current medications. After that, the doctor will diagnose the patient, create a personalized treatment plan, and if needed, write a prescription.
Can I go to urgent care if I do not have a doctor?
Yes, you can go to urgent care if you do not have a doctor in Michigan. Urgent care can help you to receive medical attention without going to the emergency room. We accept anyone that needs medical assistance, whether or not they have a primary care physician or insurance. Online urgent care appointments are available every 15 minutes with our licensed Michigan doctors.
Can urgent care prescribe antibiotics in Michigan?
Yes, urgent care can prescribe antibiotics in Michigan. Online doctors in Michigan can write prescriptions for antibiotics, antiviral medication, antidepressants and other mental health medication, antihistamines, and birth control. If your physician writes you a prescription, they will send your prescription to a pharmacy of your choice for you to pick up. Our online urgent care doctors cannot prescribe any controlled substances.
When should you go to urgent care?
You should go to urgent care when you need to treat non-severe injuries, illnesses, and infections. An urgent care appointment should be made if you need to see a doctor within 24 hours, but do not have a serious injury. Some examples of common conditions that are treated at urgent care are ear infections, sinus infections, urinary tract infections, common colds, and dehydration. Conditions that are more severe and life-threatening should be treated in an emergency room (ER). Some examples of common conditions that are treated at the ER are chest pain, stroke symptoms, severe wounds and burns, and shortness of breath.