What is Tuberculosis (TB)? Tuberculosis, also known as TB, is an airborne infection caused by bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This infectious disease most commonly affects the lungs, but other parts of the body can become infected as well. In most cases, people carrying tuberculosis bacteria do not have symptoms and are not contagious. When symptoms […]
We are now in-network with all Advocate Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois HMO Networks. If you are an Advocate member, you do not need a referral to visit any one of our Chicagoland urgent care locations. Between family, work, and an ever-growing to-do list, you have enough on your plate. When immediate illnesses and […]
Skip the doctor and head straight to any one of our clinics that offer physical therapy and be evaluated and treated by one of our licensed physical therapists. No need for a prescription or referral! Using non-invasive, non-addictive methods such as massage, heat treatment, and guided exercise, physical therapy can reduce pain and treat certain […]
We are in-network with AMITA Health BC/BS HMO If you are an AMITA Health BC/BS member you do not need a referral to visit any one of our urgent care locations. AMITA Health BCBS HMO AMITA Health BCBS Medicare HMO AMITA Health Humana HMO Between family, work and an ever-growing to-do list, you […]
What is a cortisone shot? A cortisone shot is an injection that is used to relieve pain and inflammation in a localized area of the body – usually joints such as the shoulder, foot, knee, or hands. Cortisone shots can be used to help treat many conditions, including bursitis, gout, tendinitis, trigger finger and several […]
Physicians Immediate Care is proud to announce that we can now offer urgent care for veterans, at no cost to the patient. As an in-network partner with the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (the VA), our medical services for eligible veterans can be provided without prior authorization for treatment. This means that veteran patients now […]
If you are bitten by a tick, it will most likely be painless, and you may not even know you’ve been bitten. Most tick bites result in only mild symptoms such as swelling, redness, a sore on the skin, or a small allergic rash. However, because some ticks carry bacteria that cause illnesses such as […]
Girls on the Run is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization that aims to empower young girls and unveil to them their endless potential in the world. GOTR teaches girls valuable life lessons through small team meetings and creative running games. Going one step beyond that, each team with GOTR creates their own service project to […]
When reviewing or starting a new drug-testing program in your organization, you will likely have many questions. Designing an effective program requires an understanding of the different types of drug tests, as well as how they are useful in the workplace environment. We’ll answer some of the most frequently asked questions about drug test […]
When planning a visit to an urgent care clinic like Physicians Immediate Care, patients often have questions about the costs and about their medical insurance coverage. We will answer the most frequently asked questions so you know what to expect during your visit. Does urgent care take insurance? If you’ve ever wondered if your insurance […]