Does urgent care in Dallas accept STAR (Medicaid)?

Yes. Most urgent care centers in Dallas accept STAR, Texas's Medicaid managed care program for children, pregnant women, and qualifying families. Dallas County is one of the largest STAR enrollment counties in Texas. CareNow, Concentra, Baylor Scott & White Urgent Care, and other major chains accept STAR across the Dallas metro. You can confirm insurance acceptance for any clinic when booking through Solv.

Why is Dallas County's uninsured rate so high?

Dallas County has a 23.6% uninsured rate — the highest in North Texas and well above the Texas statewide average of 16.7%, which is itself the highest in the nation. The primary driver is Texas's decision not to expand Medicaid: working adults without dependent children typically don't qualify regardless of income. Dallas County's large immigrant and Latino communities, who face higher uninsured rates, compound the issue. This is why Parkland Memorial — the county's safety-net hospital — runs the nation's busiest emergency department.

How long is the wait at urgent care vs. an ER in Dallas?

Dallas County hospital ERs have significant average wait times: Parkland Memorial averages approximately 5.7 hours, Baylor University Medical Center approximately 4.8 hours, and Methodist Dallas Medical Center approximately 3.9 hours — a nearly 4-hour spread across the county. Urgent care centers in Dallas typically see patients in under an hour for non-emergency conditions. For illnesses and injuries that don't require emergency care, urgent care is substantially faster and less costly.

What insurance do urgent care centers in Dallas accept?

Most Dallas urgent care centers accept STAR (Medicaid), Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, and Humana. Self-pay and uninsured patients are accepted at most locations, with transparent cash-pay pricing. Given Dallas County's high uninsured rate, many urgent care centers have experience working with uninsured patients and offer affordable options. Check the clinic's Solv listing to confirm your specific plan before booking.

When should I go to an ER instead of urgent care in Dallas?

Go to an emergency room or call 911 for chest pain, signs of stroke (sudden numbness, facial drooping, slurred speech), difficulty breathing, severe abdominal pain, major trauma, or any life-threatening emergency. Parkland Memorial, Baylor University Medical Center, and Methodist Dallas all have Level I trauma capabilities. For heat stroke during North Texas summers — body temperature above 103°F with confusion or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately. For non-emergencies, urgent care is faster and more affordable.

Are there urgent care centers open after hours or on weekends in Dallas?

Yes. Most urgent care centers in Dallas are open on weekends, and many offer extended evening hours on weekdays. Hours vary by location — many operate from 8am to 8pm seven days a week. CareNow, Concentra, and other chains maintain consistent hours across their Dallas-area locations. Use Solv to check real-time hours, availability, and current wait times for Dallas urgent care centers, and book a same-day appointment to hold your spot.

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Just 4 Kids, Denton

Just 4 Kids

Open until 9:00 pm

Mon 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tue 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Wed 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Thu 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Fri 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

2215 S Loop 288, Denton, TX 762052215 S Loop 288

4.87(6k reviews)

Urgent care

Pediatric urgent care

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Popular Clinic! Booked 27 times today on Solv.

They are very professional and good atencion No take a longer time there I hi recommend Just4kids

Doctors Urgent Care, Northlake

Doctors Urgent Care

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sep 710:00 am - 5:00 pm

1234 FM 407, Northlake, TX 762261234 FM 407

4.88(1.5k reviews)

Urgent care

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7:00 PM 7:05 PM 7:10 PM 7:15 PM 7:20 PM 7:25 PM

94% of patients recommend this clinic.

Had been putting off seeing a doctor about a chronic intermittent problem but when it was getting worse decided on Doctors Urgent Care at Northlake as they have taken excellent care of me each time I went for a health problem. This time was no different, scheduling and check in very easy on the the internet. Staff as always showed their knowledge, care and compassion giving time when needed.

Integrity Urgent Care, Alvarado

Integrity Urgent Care

Open until 7:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun10:00 am - 6:00 pm

850 US-67, Alvarado, TX 76009850 US-67

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8:00 AM 8:20 AM 8:40 AM 9:00 AM 9:20 AM 9:40 AM 10:00 AM 10:20 AM

Popular Clinic! Booked 2 times today on Solv.

Baylor Scott & White Urgent Care+, McCart

Baylor Scott & White Urgent Care+

Open until 8:00 pm

Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

7451 McCart Ave, Fort Worth, TX 761337451 McCart Ave

4.64(25 reviews)

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6:35 PM 6:45 PM 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 PM

Popular Clinic! Booked 1 time today on Solv.

Care for Kids, Urgent Care - Fort Worth (Hulen)

Care for Kids

Open until 9:00 pm

Mon 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tue 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

3000 S Hulen St, Fort Worth, TX 761093000 S Hulen St

4.55(312 reviews)

Urgent care

Pediatric urgent care

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6:42 PM 6:54 PM 7:00 PM 7:06 PM 7:12 PM 7:18 PM 7:24 PM 7:30 PM

93% of patients recommend this clinic.

The staff here is always so helpful! Thank you Hulen kids urgently car

Baylor Scott & White Urgent Care +, Mockingbird

Baylor Scott & White Urgent Care +

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Mon 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Sep 7 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

6350 E Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 752146350 E Mockingbird Ln

4.63(6.9k reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 1 time today on Solv.

I usually have a real positive experience at your facility. But this time it was not as much so. I still left with pain and nothing really to help. The only positive thing was he told me what the problem was. I do have an appointment with my orthopedic doctor tomorrow. I do appreciate having the insight as to what the problem was.

AFC Urgent Care, Coppell

AFC Urgent Care

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760 N Denton Tap Rd, Coppell, TX 75019760 N Denton Tap Rd

4.51(67 reviews)

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Popular Clinic! Booked 1 time today on Solv.

The scheduling was easy. The diagnosis by Dr. Uzonna felt rushed and we felt like she ignored/missed the signs of an infection that only got worse overnight. We had to come back the next morning and see a different doctor who diagnosed the infection and prescribed antibiotics.