Quick Care provides same-day appointments for minor illnesses and injuries in patients ages 2 and up.

With three locations in Columbia and one in Jefferson City, Quick Care makes it easy to get fast, affordable treatment for everyday illnesses and minor injuries close to home.

Our Columbia and Jefferson City locations offer online scheduling to reserve a spot in line.

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If you have a medical emergency, please visit one of our emergency rooms right away.

Personalized Quick Care, Close to Home

Whether you're fighting off a cough, waking up with a sore throat or just not feeling your best, Quick Care makes it easy to get treated and get back to your day.

Most visits, including testing and prescriptions, are completed in 30 minutes or less. 

We treat everyday illnesses and minor injuries, and also offer certain physicals for adults and children, including those needed for your child to attend camp — all in one convenient stop.

What to Expect at Your Quick Care Visit

Our Quick Care clinics are designed for speed and simplicity, so you can feel better, faster.

We offer many services:

  • Same-day appointments for ages 2 and older
  • Testing and prescriptions
  • Written care plan and follow-up instructions
  • Referrals for specialty or ongoing care 

When you arrive, check in at the kiosk. Bring your ID and insurance card. Copays or deposits are collected at registration. 

Visitors are welcome, but please limit them due to space in our grocery store-based clinics. 

Walk-ins are only available if time slots remain open. If you're not scheduled in advance, you may have to reschedule.

Connected, Affordable Care

Quick Care is part of MU Health Care, so your visit is billed like a primary care appointment, with standard copays. If you don’t have insurance, you can request a cost estimate ahead of your visit.

Because we use MU Health Care’s electronic health record, we can access your medical history, medications and allergies and update your care team after your visit.

Where to Go for Care

Knowing where to seek care helps you get the right treatment sooner. MU Health Care offers several options to meet your needs:

  • Quick Care: For minor illnesses and new symptoms, such as cough, sore throat, ear pain or skin rashes.
  • Urgent Care: For sprains, small cuts, minor broken bones or more advanced needs, including X-rays, breathing treatments or labs.
  • Emergency Room: For serious concerns like chest pain, shortness of breath, uncontrolled bleeding or sudden confusion or weakness. 

COVID-19 testing is available at Quick Care for individuals with moderate symptoms. For severe symptoms, such as trouble breathing, chest pain or vomiting, go directly to the ER.

If you’re not sure where to go, contact your primary care provider.