![]() ![]() The first cohort of UTCS are now operational in over 100 sites across the country.Ĭurrently, local commissioners, supported by NHS England regions, continue to redesign urgent care services outside of A&E aiming to designate all remaining type 3&4 services as UTCs or to change their function to become other primary health care services and to fully integrate UTCs into local systems by autumn 2020. Watch this short animation to find out more about urgent treatment centres and where they fit in the urgent and emergency care system. UTCs will work alongside other parts of the urgent care network including primary care, community pharmacists, ambulance and other community-based services to provide a locally accessible and convenient alternative to A&E for patients who do not need to attend hospital. This is bad for the NHS because it puts unnecessary pressure on A&E and other parts of the urgent and emergency care system, and it’s bad for patients because many are treated in the wrong setting.Ĭommonality of service provision under the UTC name will increasingly end the current confusing range of options and simplify the system so patients know where to go and have clarity of which services are on offer wherever they are in the country. So A&E is understandably the default choice for many people unsure where to turn when they need urgent care or advice. However patients have told us the range of alternatives available can be confusing – Walk in Centres, Urgent Care Centres, Minor Injury Units and others with local names and all with differing levels of service. We all know where to go when life is in danger – A&E, but estimates suggest up to 3 million people who come to A&E each year could have their needs addressed elsewhere in the urgent care system. The patient always comes first, and as outlined in the NHS Long Term Plan (LTP)the NHS’ aim is to ensure patients get the care they need, fast, and to relieve pressure on A&E departments. All UTC services will be considered a Type 3 A&E. The UTC offer will result in decreased attendance at A&E, or, in co-located services offer the opportunity for streaming at the front door. UTCs will also ease the pressure on hospitals, leaving other parts of the system free to treat the most serious cases. Please have your insurance card with you at the time of visit.Urgent treatment centres (UTCs) are GP-led, open at least 12 hours a day, every day, offer appointments that can be booked through 111 or through a GP referral, and are equipped to diagnose and deal with many of the most common ailments people attend A&E for. We accept cash, credit cards and most insurance plans. Walk in or call today to schedule an appointment. ![]() We also offer a variety of screenings and annual physicals. Our medical team is trained to evaluate and treat a variety of nonlife-threatening illnesses and injuries such as ear infections, insect stings, ring worm and pink eye. ![]() We’re here to provide urgent care for minor illnesses and injuries and save you a trip to the emergency department. You can also call 86 to schedule an appointment.Īurora Urgent Care in Waukesha, WI, offers care when you need it most. If you think you've been exposed to COVID-19 but aren't experiencing symptoms, or if you need a test to travel or to return to work or school, schedule a test in LiveWell. You'll need to see a provider before getting tested. If you're experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, this location accepts walk-ins. Call 911 if you’re experiencing a life-threatening condition.įor minor health concerns including COVID-19 symptoms, you can see a provider 24/7 with a virtual visit in the LiveWell app or on the website. ![]()
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