It's likely the only option unless you live in a large metropolitan area or can drive a couple hours. I guess there aren't enough clients to support both so we get the one that can do everything.
Re:Emergency rooms are monopolies
by gricardo99 on Friday December 08, 2017 @06:32PM
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I mentioned urgent cares. There are none open 24/7 near me, and that seems to be pretty common. I don't live in some remote area.
It's not your only option. Chances are, it's not even your best option.
Urgent care clinics are much more appropriate for the bulk of things people are discussing in this thread. Not only are they cheaper for the patient, but they'll get treated faster, and they'll receive better care, because most of these things aren't what emergency physicians are actually trained to deal with.