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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions
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At Care for Kids (Formerly Urgent Care for Kids), we're here to make healthcare easy, accessible, and reassuring for your family. Here's everything you need to know before your visit.

General Questions

What types of conditions do you treat?
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We specialize in caring for a wide range of urgent care needs for children and young adults, including colds, coughs, sore throats, fevers, flu symptoms, ear infections, pink eye, skin conditions, minor injuries, asthma attacks, allergy flare-ups, stomach issues, urinary tract infections, and sports physicals.

We also offer pediatric primary care services for well-child visits and annual check-ups, guidance on immunizations and vaccine schedules, growth and developmental screenings, management of chronic conditions (e.g. asthma, ADHD), school and behavioral concerns, preventative care, and health guidance for every stage.

If your child's condition isn't listed, contact us — our team is happy to guide you to the right care.

When should I take my child to an emergency room instead?
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We recommend visiting the nearest emergency room — or calling 9-1-1 immediately — if your child is experiencing:

  • Severe difficulty breathing
  • Uncontrolled bleeding
  • Serious head or neck injuries
  • Seizures
  • Severe allergic reactions with swelling of the face or throat
  • Loss of consciousness

If you're unsure whether it's an emergency, call 9-1-1 or go straight to the nearest emergency room.

What ages do you treat?
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We provide urgent care and primary care for children and young adults from birth through 21 years of age. For at-home telehealth, we provide care for all ages!

Do I need an appointment, or can I walk in?
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We strongly encourage scheduling an appointment to save your spot and minimize your wait time. Walk-ins are always welcome if you need care right away.

What services do you offer?
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We offer pediatric urgent care, pediatric primary care, at-home telehealth for the whole family, sports physicals, and school health services through our SchoolMed program.

Do you offer telehealth visits?
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Yes! At-home virtual visits are available for select urgent care needs. Click here to learn more about telehealth services or book your visit here.

What should I bring to my child's visit?
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Please bring your child's insurance card (if applicable), a form of ID, and a list of any medications your child is currently taking.

Insurance and Payment

Do you accept insurance?
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Yes, we accept most major insurance plans, including Medicaid and CHIP. View our accepted plans here.

Do you offer self-pay options?
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Yes, we offer affordable self-pay options for families without insurance coverage. For more information, visit our Insurance and Cost page here.

Will you coordinate care with my child's pediatrician?
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Yes. We can work with your child's pediatric provider to ensure continuity of care after your visit. Don't have a primary care provider (PCP)? We have you covered! Care for Kids now offers primary care visits at all of our clinics. Click Here and request a primary care visit to get started.

Locations and Hours

Where are your clinics located?
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Care for Kids (Formerly Urgent Care for Kids) has 22 locations across Texas, including in the Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Houston areas. Find a clinic near you.

What are your clinic hours?
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Most locations offer extended weekday hours and weekend availability. Check your preferred location for specific hours.

Are you open on holidays?
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Yes, select clinics are open on holidays. Please check your local clinic's holiday hours.

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