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In this busy life that we all lead, there is hardly time to breath, let alone think about the differences between an urgent care facility and the emergency room. We don’t have time to stop and think about which facility would better serve the individual who is sick or injured we just go. However, urgencies and emergencies do need different care.
If you consider the injury or illness too serious for your own private physician, it is best to visit the emergency room. This could include severe chest or abdominal pain or a serious injury. Barton Memorial Hospital’s emergency room is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, which allows for on going care.
If you experience an injury or illness that you would normally seek treatment from your own private physician, then it is appropriate to use urgent care. Urgent care is suitable for all minor injuries or illnesses that are not expected serious. Stateline Medical Center and Barton’s Community Clinic both have limited hours, depending on the facility you use.
Knowing the difference between the two could not only save you time, but also save you money.
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