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Public Health Feb 9, 2021 4 min

Everything You Need To Know About The Biden-Harris Plan To Combat The COVID-19 Pandemic

Everything You Need To Know About The Biden-Harris Plan To Combat The COVID-19 Pandemic- The new Biden-Harris Administration, released a 21-page strategy to combat the pandemic titled National Strategy for the Covid-19 Response and Pandemic Preparedness.

By Khang T. Vuong, MHA

Health Insurance Sep 15, 2021 7 min

What To Do When You Need To See a Doctor but Don’t Have Insurance

Although a doctor’s visit can be costly if you don’t have insurance, there are ways to see your doctor at an affordable price. Some ways include utilizing government benefits, using free clinics, or community health centers. The out-of-pocket cost for a doctor’s visit ranges between $70 - $250, but oftentimes it is much more than this due to additional testing, procedures, and administrative fees.

By Alyssa Corso

Insights Dec 12, 2022 6 min

Urgent Care vs. Doctor Visit Costs Without Insurance & When to Go to Each

Urgent care facilities and doctor visits may treat similar health conditions. If you are managing a chronic condition and can get an appointment with your doctor, that may be a good option for you.

By Alyssa Corso

Insights Aug 23, 2022 5 min

Where & How To Get A COVID-19 Vaccine In Los Angeles?

You can get a COVID-19 vaccine in Los Angeles at drive-thru locations, clinics, hospitals, schools, pharmacies, public train stations or facilities, and pop-up locations. The COVID-19 vaccine is free, and you do not need an appointment at many locations. You will also not be asked about your immigration status when you get a vaccine.

By Jacqueline Slobin

Insights Apr 22, 2024 4 min

How Much Is A Physical At Urgent Care? $150-$300

While urgent care clinics are commonly visited for responsive medicine, many offer preventative care visits such as annual physicals.

By Spencer Lee

Insights Feb 9, 2021 4 min

Arm Soreness After COVID-19 Vaccine? You’re Not Alone.

There's an increasing trend of social signals indicating that injection site soreness and muscle aches 24-48 hours after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine as the most common adverse reaction.

By Mira Research Team

Sexual Health Oct 6, 2021 7 min

Can I Go To Urgent Care For a Yeast Infection?

A vaginal yeast infection is a fungal infection that causes irritation, discharge, and intense itchiness of the vagina. Urgent care centers treat yeast infections; so, if you are experiencing non-emergency symptoms of a yeast infection, visiting an urgent care center is a good choice to get treatment.

By Alyssa Corso

Insights Mar 3, 2025 7 min

How Much Does Getting Stitches Cost Without Insurance?

Without insurance, the self-pay cost for stitches (laceration repair) at urgent care centers typically ranges from $165 to $425. This price usually includes both the urgent care visit fee and the procedure cost for suturing.

By Brianne Smith, DNP, PhD

Urgent Care Sep 15, 2021 5 min

Can I Go To Urgent Care For A Sprained Ankle?

Mira’s research indicates that imaging tests are among the most common diagnostic measures for sprained ankles. You can treat your sprained ankle at various urgent care centers.

By Spencer Lee

Urgent Care Oct 23, 2023 5 min

Urgent Care vs. ER: When To Go & How Much?

If you are in an emergency, you should visit an emergency room. If you are not experiencing an urgent medical situation, you may want to consider visiting an urgent care center instead. The average cost for an urgent care visit ranges between $80 and $280, while an emergency room visit averages at $2,200.

By Alyssa Corso

Sexual Health Apr 22, 2024 6 min

UTI Test & Treament Can Cost $80 - $200. Here's Why:

The cost of UTI treatment ranges from $80 to $200. Along with administrative fees and other diagnostic tests, seeking treatment for a UTI at an urgent care clinic may cost you hundreds of dollars.

By Alyssa Corso

Healthcare Cost Feb 15, 2022 6 min

How Much Does a Strep Test Cost?

The average out-of-pocket cost of a rapid strep test with a doctor's visit is $187 at urgent care.

By Alyssa Corso