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Our Urgent Care Clinic

ImmediateCare Arizona is a new concept in affordable, convenient, high-quality healthcare that takes you well beyond traditional urgent care. We offer a more personalized experience — immediately, with all the care you need to feel better faster, right here in one place. We use the most advanced technology, including point-of-care ultrasound and EKG, plus the convenience of a CLIA-certified diagnostics laboratory, on-site medications, and the ICAZ Infusion Therapy Salon.

ImmediateCare Arizona is a wholly owned subsidiary of Arizona Medical Specialty Group (AMSG). Immediate Care patients that receive their explanation of benefits (EOBs) in the mail will typically see AMSG on the document. There is no need for concern or alarm. As the parent company, AMSG deserves special credit for being able to create and deliver the one-of-a-kind ICAZ experience.

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ImmediateCare Arizona. More care. Better caring. 

ImmediateCare Arizona embraces a proactive, holistic approach to providing hyper-personalized care in a cost-conscious manner. Our team of highly trained medical professionals treats every patient as a guest and strives to make sure everyone feels better when they leave.

Our wait time is significantly less than any ER, and on average, a visit is about 1/10 the cost. There’s no need to make an appointment or to wait to be seen for urgent or non-urgent medical issues. Just walk in, and you’ll be seen right away for immediate medical care, or book your visit online for your convenience.

For non-life-threatening medical needs, there is no place better to be evaluated and treated than ImmediateCare Arizona.

If you have a life-threatening medical situation or injury, call 911 or go to an emergency room. 

If you’re injured on the job, ImmediateCare accepts all walk-ins for immediate and general medical care through our all inclusive plan. We will discuss any additional costs before treatment. At the end of your visit, you will receive a statement that you can return to your employer for reimbursement.

Visit Information

Our clinic is open Monday – Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 

Click here to book your visit online or call us at 520-800-8229.

Payments & Insurance

If you are utilizing insurance for your medical care treatment, your required copay (usually $20 to $30 at ImmediateCare) will be determined by your insurance company at the time of your visit. If there is a remaining balance, it will be your responsibility and will be determined by your specific insurance contract fee schedule, once reconciled. This determination usually takes 2-3 weeks.

If you choose our $200 All-Inclusive Exam & Treatment, the fee will be collected before your visit starts, and you will not receive a future bill for your visit.

We accept most major insurance plans, and Medicare as well. Although we do not accept any Medicaid plans at this time, we do have the option of a $200 All-Inclusive Exam & Treatment visit.

Diagnostics Laboratory Tests

Our lab uses the latest CLIA-approved testing equipment, and we provide the following tests on site: 

  • Beta hCG/pregnancy test
  • CBC with 5-part differential
  • COVID-19
  • Creatinine
  • Flu A & B
  • Glucose
  • HbA1c
  • Mono
  • Occult Blood
  • Protein and Albumin
  • RSV
  • Strep A
  • Urinalysis

We do not provide the COVID-19 vaccine, however, we are happy to support you in locating a facility that does. 

Medications

Our onsite dispensary fills prescriptions that have been prescribed in office. The onsite dispensary provides access to a wide variety of medications. Call our office if you have specific medication inquiries.

Most of our medications are under $20 and are delivered to you right in your exam suite, saving you a trip to a pharmacy.

IV Micronutrient Infusions (Infusion Therapy)

An IV micronutrient infusion is the most direct way of getting fluids and vital nutrients to rehydrate and revive your body. IV hydration bypasses the digestive system, allowing your body to absorb vital nutrients and medications quickly and effectively. The bioavailability is also much higher than fluids or supplements that are taken orally.

IV micronutrient infusion treatments can be used to prevent or cure a hangover, relieve migraine pain, help athletes recover faster or prepare for an event, improve the condition of skin and hair, and much more.

Infusion therapy works by delivering the hydration and essential nutrients your body craves directly into your bloodstream. In bypassing the digestive system, you feel the effect of the fluids, electrolytes, and vitamins more quickly and benefit from the near 100% absorption.

Yes! IV therapy is completely safe for most people. Our formulation ingredients are provided by reputable and accredited pharmacies and suppliers. Formulations are prepared on-site by our licensed provider.

However, if you have any of the following conditions, you do not qualify for our infusion therapy services.

  • Congestive heart failure
  • Blood clotting disorder
  • Taking blood thinners
  • Kidney failure
  • Chronic kidney disease
  • On dialysis

Treatments are painless with just a swift pinch as the needle enters the vein. Most patients state they hardly feel any discomfort at all. Our experienced medical staff will make your infusion session as pleasant as possible.

Side effects are rare and usually minor. They may include bruising and soreness around the injection area, a cooling sensation in the arm, a metallic taste in the mouth, and/or a brief flushed feeling. Less common side effects include a risk of infection or an allergic reaction to the treatment. All side effects are short-lived and completely treatable.

Depending on your hydration status, you may see dramatic effects immediately after your first IV treatment. Once you start receiving regular treatments, and your body becomes efficient in maximizing your hydration nutritional balance, results will feel less dramatic.

Everyone is different. Your level of dehydration and other physical imbalances, as well as your unique physical makeup, all factor into how you feel after your treatment. Depending on your current health status, you could experience noticeable effects for up to 3-4 days after receiving your infusion. Even if you don’t feel effects immediately or over the next few days, you’re still reaping the benefits.

Very! IV vitamin infusions deliver essential nutrients, antioxidants, amino acids, and other ingredients directly into your bloodstream. Your body gets a much higher concentration of vitamins compared to eating or drinking them.

Vitamin absorption can be affected by your genetics, overall health, age, metabolism, and other factors. When you take vitamins by mouth, whether in pill, powder, or liquid form, there’s a limit to how much gets absorbed – it’s about 50% on average.

Vitamins delivered by infusion get absorbed much more quickly and at a much higher percentage – around 90%. This higher concentration of vitamins and nutrients in your bloodstream means your cells benefit from increased uptake and you feel the effects more dramatically.

Yes! Hydration is important when you’re under the weather, and IV hydration is the fastest way to replenish fluids. Our Myers+ Immunity Booster cocktail reduces your symptoms by replenishing fluids, balancing electrolytes, and providing essential nutrients so your body can fight off the sickness and heal itself.

Our micronutrient infusion cocktails offer a range of essential nutrients, antioxidants, electrolytes, and hydrating fluids, and go well beyond the ingredients in a basic Myers’ Cocktail. 

We also create custom infusion formulations on-site that are specific to your needs and goals. We can add antioxidant boosts like glutathione and alpha-lipoic acid, as well as ingredients for pain relief and nausea.

 

IV infusions range from $150 to $500, based on the size and type of treatment. Custom treatments that focus on specific concerns or needs, are priced accordingly, and discussed prior to your session.

On average, IV sessions can last anywhere from 20 to 60 minutes, but average about 45 minutes. The IV treatment you choose will determine the duration of your session.

Frequency depends on your hydration needs and your choice of IV therapy. Our medical staff will discuss weekly, biweekly, or monthly treatment options and create a wellness plan that is best for you and your schedule.

We advise pregnant women to consult their OB-GYN before booking an IV treatment.

IV hydration can be an effective treatment for the dehydration many pregnant women experience due to morning sickness. IV vitamin therapy can be used to treat vitamin deficiency and provide essential nutrients, especially if nausea or vomiting is making it hard to keep food down.

Yes! While we recommend booking online, we absolutely welcome walk-ins for vitamin injections and infusion treatments.

Hydrating before and after a strenuous workout or a big night of drinking is ideal for optimal wellness and hydration.

Hydrating before your big event will help to prevent dehydration. Hydrating after will help treat dehydration. It’s always recommended to drink water throughout your activities to help keep your body hydrated along the way.

The Myers’ Cocktail is a popular nutritional IV infusion created by Baltimore physician, John Myers. It contains magnesium, calcium, multiple B-vitamins, and vitamin C, and is promoted as a one-size-fits-all treatment for a wide range of health issues or concerns.

Our Myers+ Immunity Booster is an upgrade to the old-school Myers’ formulation. Ours reduces fatigue, enhances the immune system, helps with seasonal allergies, and reduces symptoms of fibromyalgia and asthma.

NAD is a coenzyme, which is a non-protein compound molecule needed so an enzyme can function properly. NAD not only affects the metabolic process, but several vital systems and processes including digestion, cognition, aging, and more.

NAD helps neurotransmitters in your body regulate moods, helping relieve feelings of anxiety or depression. It’s a powerful infusion therapy supported by numerous studies as effective. 

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