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| - I have decided that this will now be my local go to Urgent Care facility when I am within visiting range.
I had been sick for about a week and a half and decided it was about time to get checked out for my problems. I initially called my primary doctor and scheduled a 3 pm appointment, but by the time my boss told me to leave work it was only 12 pm. I contemplated going home and sleeping for a few hours, but we all know how crappy it is to fall asleep and force yourself to roll out of bed again when you are sick.
With that in mind (and noticing the vacancy in the parking lot when I drove by) I decided to just stop at home, change in to jeans, and cancel my appointment at my doctor's office. I know that this would result in me paying more money out of pocket, but an extra $25 bucks is worth it in terms of the time that I saved in the long run.
I pulled up, front row spot, checked in, and was in the back within 10 minutes!!! Speed I tell ya! There was only one other person in front of me. Anytime I have been to my primary doctor, I wait nearly15-30 minutes in the waiting area after my scheduled appointment time just to be called back!!! Ouch!
My vitals were taken, minimal questions asked, and again within 5 minutes the doctor was in. All of my issues were dealt with promptly (not that having an ear infection in both ears and a sinus infection to top it off is that big of a deal, but hey!). I was even able to pick up my meds from them in the lobby when I left. None of that dropping off, waiting an hour or two, and having to pick back up at your local pharmacy.
Again, the staff was friendly as can be.
So, was the money worth it? Absolutely. Sometimes it is a matter of saving time, not money, and when you are sick it is all about the time. I was in and out within 35 minutes and back at home ready to dose my meds. Spending the few extra bucks seemed like the least of my concerns when considering the pain in the butt hassle I get from my primary doctor.
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