Urgent Care in South Carolina
What is urgent care?
Urgent care is walk-in medical care for non-life-threatening illness and injury that cannot wait for a scheduled primary care appointment. MUSC Health urgent care centers are open during extended hours, including evenings and weekends, with no appointment needed. Onsite lab and X-ray services are available at every location. MUSC Health also offers virtual urgent care options — chat and video — for conditions that do not require an in-person exam. Urgent care is appropriate for patients of all ages, from infants six months and older through adults.
What urgent care treats
MUSC Health urgent care centers treat a wide range of conditions, including: fever and flu, ear and sinus infections, urinary tract infections, minor lacerations requiring stitches, sprains and minor fractures, rashes and skin conditions, minor burns, and cold and COVID symptoms. For conditions that may require surgery, hospitalization, or emergency intervention, go to the nearest MUSC Health emergency room or call 911 immediately.
Urgent care options
Get care now — in person, by video, or by chat. Choose the option that fits your situation.
Urgent care chat
Text-based urgent care, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Answer a few questions online and receive a diagnosis and treatment plan — including prescriptions when appropriate — in 10 to 15 minutes. No appointment needed.
- Available 24/7
- All ages
- $35–$45 flat rate
- Free for State Health Plan members and select groups
Urgent care video
Live video visit with a MUSC Health provider. Connect face-to-face from home for same-day care without travel.
- Monday–Sunday, 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
- Ages 6 and older
- 10–15 minute wait
- Insurance billed or $45 flat rate
In-person urgent care
Walk-in urgent care at MUSC Health locations across South Carolina. No appointment needed. Extended hours including evenings and weekends. Onsite lab and X-ray at every location.
- Walk-in, no appointment
- All ages
- Onsite lab and X-ray
- Specialized options: orthopedic urgent care, pediatric after-hours care, dental urgent care
Urgent care locations near you
All MUSC Health urgent care locations accept walk-in patients during posted hours.
No appointment is needed.
MUSC Health Virtual Urgent Care
Address
MUSC Health University Medical Center169 Ashley Avenue
University Medical Center
Charleston, SC 29425
Hours
- Monday7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Tuesday7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Wednesday7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Thursday7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Friday7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Saturday7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Sunday7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Specialties
- Urgent Care
MUSC Health Orthopaedic Urgent Care
Address
MUSC Health West Ashley Medical Pavilion2060 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard
West Ashley Medical Pavilion
West Ashley, SC 29407
Hours
- Monday8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Tuesday8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Wednesday8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Thursday8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Friday8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Saturday8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Sunday8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Specialties
- Orthopaedics
- Urgent Care
MUSC Health Express Care - Santee
Address
111 John Lawson AvenueSantee, SC 29142
Hours
- Monday8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Tuesday8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Wednesday8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Thursday8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Friday8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Saturday8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- SundayClosed
Specialties
- Urgent Care
Specialized urgent care at MUSC Health
In addition to general urgent care, MUSC Health offers specialized walk-in care for orthopaedic injuries, after-hours pediatric needs, and dental concerns — no appointment needed.
Orthopaedic urgent care
MUSC Health orthopaedic urgent care provides same-day, walk-in evaluation and treatment for bone and joint injuries — including sprains, fractures, joint pain, and sports injuries. Our orthopaedic specialists can provide imaging, splinting, and referrals for surgery or follow-up care without the wait of an emergency room.
Pediatric after-hours urgent care
MUSC Health pediatric after-hours urgent care provides evening and weekend care for children who need attention outside of regular office hours. Our pediatric providers treat a wide range of non-emergency conditions, from ear infections and rashes to minor injuries and fever.
Dental urgent care
MUSC Health dental urgent care provides same-day evaluation and treatment for dental emergencies — including severe tooth pain, lost fillings, chipped or broken teeth, and dental infections. Walk-in patients are welcome during posted hours.
When to choose urgent care
Choose urgent care for non-life-threatening conditions that cannot wait for a primary care appointment. If you have a life-threatening emergency – such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, or stroke symptoms – call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
Choose urgent Care For:
- Fever, cold, flu, or COVID symptoms
- Ear infection, sinus infection, or strep throat
- Urinary tract infection (UTI)
- Rash or skin condition
- Minor cuts or lacerations needing stitches
- Sprain or minor fracture
- Minor burn
- Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
- Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea — without signs of dehydration
Go to the ER or Call 911 For:
- Chest pain or pressure
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Stroke symptoms — face drooping, arm weakness, slurred speech
- Loss of consciousness
- Severe allergic reaction
- Major trauma — car accident, severe fall, or serious injury
Not sure if you need urgent care or the ER?
MUSC Health emergency and urgent care offers both emergency and urgent care under one roof — at community locations across South Carolina, not just hospital campuses. Walk in and an emergency-trained physician will evaluate you and direct you to the right level of care. You're only billed for the level of care you receive.
Urgent care frequently asked questions
Urgent care treats non-life-threatening illness and injury that cannot wait for a scheduled primary care appointment. Common conditions treated at MUSC Health urgent care include fever, ear and sinus infections, urinary tract infections, cold and flu symptoms, minor fractures and sprains, lacerations needing stitches, rashes, minor burns, and pink eye. For life-threatening emergencies — such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, or stroke symptoms — call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
No. MUSC Health urgent care centers accept walk-in patients during all posted hours, with no appointment needed. Virtual urgent care (chat and video) also requires no appointment. Patients are seen based on arrival and the nature of their condition during in-person visits.
Hours vary by location. All MUSC Health urgent care centers offer extended hours, including evenings and weekends. Virtual urgent care chat is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Virtual urgent care video is available Monday through Sunday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. To find hours for a specific location near you, use the location finder on this page or visit getcare.muschealth.org.
Yes. MUSC Health urgent care accepts most major insurance plans. For virtual urgent care video visits, insurance is billed or a $45 flat rate applies. For virtual urgent care chat, a $35 to $45 flat rate is charged and insurance is not billed — however, this service is free for State Health Plan members and select groups. Contact your specific location or insurance provider to confirm coverage before your visit.
Go to urgent care for non-life-threatening conditions that need same-day care — such as fever, infections, minor fractures, lacerations, rashes, and UTIs. Go to the emergency room — or call 911 — for chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe injury, loss of consciousness, or any condition that feels immediately life-threatening. If you cannot determine which level of care your situation requires, MUSC Health emergency and urgent care locations offer both under one roof — an emergency-trained physician will evaluate you on arrival.
Yes. MUSC Health orthopaedic urgent care provides same-day, walk-in evaluation and treatment for bone and joint injuries — including sprains, fractures, joint pain, and sports injuries. Orthopaedic specialists can provide imaging, splinting, and referrals without the wait of an emergency room. Use the location finder on this page to find the nearest orthopaedic urgent care location.
Yes. MUSC Health urgent care centers treat patients of all ages, from infants six months and older through adults. MUSC Health also offers pediatric after-hours urgent care for children who need care outside of regular office hours. For pediatric emergencies, MUSC Health provides South Carolina's only full-service pediatric emergency program, including a Level I pediatric trauma center, available 24 hours a day.
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