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The Differences Between Urgent Care & an Emergency Room

When to go to Urgent Care, the Emergency Room or Advance ER

Do I have an urgent problem or an emergency medical issue?

The difference is that of urgency. The primary distinctions between an urgent care facility and an emergency room is that urgent cares are generally not equipped to handle life-threatening illnesses or injuries. Unfortunately, many patients seek out urgent care when they actually have an emergency requiring immediate medical attention.

If you can’t wait to see a primary care doctor and must be seen immediately, then your condition is very possibly considered a medical emergency, and according to Texas law, all insurance companies must cover medical emergencies at in-network rates.

Examples of a medical emergency where you should go to an emergency room, not an urgent care center, include:

Chest pain
Shortness of breath
Bleeding
Headaches
Abdominal pain
Dizziness
Vomiting
Fainting
Stroke symptoms
Cardiac issues
Lacerations
Broken bones
Fever
Head injury
Neck and back pain
Motor vehicle accident injuries
Heat exhaustion

2. Why is an emergency room a better choice for life-threatening medical issues?

These above-mentioned medical concerns are issues best seen in an emergency room, where on-site laboratories, diagnostic imaging tests, and our board-certified doctors are available to care for you.

Should you have a medical issue after-hours, Advance ER is your best option.

3. What are the benefits of your emergency rooms at Advance ER?

We are open 24/7.
We are a standalone emergency room that is physically separate from a hospital, located in a neighborhood community.
Our standalone emergency rooms are staffed by board-certified ER physicians, physician's assistants and certified nurse practitioners.
You are subject to the same co-pay as a hospital ER.
Over 20 years of experience.

What Makes Advance ER Different From a Hospital ER or Urgent Care?

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"The experience here is much better than a traditional ER"
I hate going to the hospital but needed urgent care and came here after reading the positive reviews. The experience here is much better than a traditional ER. The service is top-notch and they make sure to get to the root cause of your problems. I would definitely recommend them if you live nearby.

- Rachel G.
"Kind and understanding and kept me from a potentially dangerous situation"
I had been to two facilities for a spider bite prior to this one and when I had an allergic reaction to the medication, I immediately went to Advance ER. The facility was clean, modern, and I was seen immediately. There was talk of transferring me to a hospital, but the doctor on staff was able to treat me in the facility. The staff was kind and understanding and kept me from a potentially dangerous situation. I cannot recommend this facility enough.

- Katy E.
"First class service and staff"
First class service and staff. I was in a car accident and paying cash. I asked what would be the price for my services and they were up front and exact as they told. I have recommended them to other coworkers. I wish all medical facilities could be more like the staff and doctors at the Lovers Lane office. They called me twice to follow up on my wellness.

- Stacy M.

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Contact an Emergency Room Doctor 24/7

Advance ER is one of the only facilities in Dallas where you can reach a doctor 24/7 in just a few minutes to ask your medical questions.

At Advance ER, we have board-certified doctors, highly trained radiology technicians, lab personnel, and ER trained registered nurses. There is no wait time, and we’re open 24/7. We have an on-site lab, pharmacy, diagnostic imaging tests, and virtual specialists. These are just some of the things that differentiate us from the rest.

Exceptional Care, Exceptionally Fast is What Makes Advance ER Different.

We serve Galleria Area, Park Cities and the surrounding North Dallas neighborhoods with 24-hour emergency room services. You can call our staff to discuss your symptoms any time.

If you’re looking for the highest level of care in your Dallas neighborhood, turn to Advance ER. We understand there are important differences between a 24-hour emergency clinic Dallas and a 24-hour urgent care Dallas. Choose Advance ER for your emergency care.

If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, seek immediate care. If you are unsure whether you have an urgent or emergency medical problem, call our standalone emergency room at (214) 494-8222.

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