When you are sick or something does not feel right, waiting several days for care can be frustrating. Alium Health offers same-day Primary Care appointments when availability and the medical concern allow, giving patients another option for timely, non-emergency care in Scottsdale and Mesa.
Examples of Concerns That May Be Appropriate
- Cold, flu or respiratory symptoms
- Sinus, allergy or ear concerns
- Minor gastrointestinal symptoms
- Urinary symptoms
- Rashes or minor skin concerns
- Medication questions or side effects
- Minor injuries that do not appear to require emergency care
- New symptoms that need an initial Primary Care evaluation
When a Same-Day Primary Care Visit May Help
Same-day visits are designed for medical concerns that need timely attention but do not appear to require emergency care. Your care team can evaluate the concern, recommend treatment, review medications and determine whether additional testing, follow-up or a higher level of care is needed.
Common Reasons Patients Request a Sick Visit
Symptoms vary, and not every concern can be diagnosed or treated virtually or in Primary Care. Our scheduling team can help direct you to the appropriate visit type.
The Advantage of Seeing a Primary Care Team
When you receive sick care through your Primary Care clinic, the visit can be considered in the context of your medical history, medications, chronic conditions and previous care. That continuity can make follow-up easier and help your provider see patterns over time.
When to Seek Emergency Care
Same-day Primary Care is not a substitute for emergency services. Call 911 or seek emergency evaluation for severe or life-threatening symptoms such as significant difficulty breathing, severe chest pain, signs of stroke, major trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, loss of consciousness or other emergencies.
Telehealth May Be an Option
Some concerns may be appropriate for a telehealth visit. The appropriate visit format depends on your symptoms and whether a physical examination, testing or in-person treatment is needed.
READY FOR THE NEXT STEP?
Need care today? Call Alium Health at 480-750-0095 to ask about same-day availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are same-day appointments guaranteed?
No. Same-day appointments depend on provider availability, the nature of the medical concern and the appropriate level of care.
Is a same-day Primary Care visit the same as urgent care?
Not exactly. Primary Care can evaluate many non-emergency concerns, but some symptoms require urgent care or emergency evaluation. The appropriate setting depends on the situation.
Can a sick visit be done by telehealth?
Some conditions may be appropriate for telehealth, while others require an in-person examination or testing.