Minute Clinic

Went in an hour before they opened and I was the first one in line. By the time they opened there were 5 people waiting to be seen. Huge demand. It’s not a doctor you are seeing also– these are NP Nurse Practitioners and you’ll get the same physical exam if you are sick but be prepared to make your case if you are looking for antibiotics or prescription. ²⁄₃ times I’m referred right back out to the store for over the counter meds.
I went in 7 days ago with strep symptoms, was examined and told I did not have strep. 7 days later I still have strep symptoms but now I also have a sinus infection, ear aches and laryngitis. Antibiotics would have been great, thanks. I did manage to get some prescription decongestants which are helping thank goodness. I mean I like the convenience but it’s hard to get them to look at you like your not some hypochondriac. (It has to be because they see sick people all day!) Oh and I never get sick or go to the doctor so I want this illness to stop. Four stars because I would rather see a doctor or PA at this place since I’m paying my standard co-​pay. No discount there.

The doctor who helped us out there was wonderful. The wait was a tad long but was well worth it.

Went for TB test. Took ages to use their old computer sign in. Waited an hour to be seen. Returned for reading and computer was down. Waited again. Will not be returning.

They resolved my concerns kindly.

The sign says no appointment needed and no waiting; however, I went at 1:20 in the afternoon on a Tuesday and was told that I needed to come back at 5 for a TB test which is very simple to place only takes a few minutes. I was also told that it would cost $ 56. That is outrageous! Needless to say I didn’t get my test done at the MinuteClinic.

Not only did they show up later than the posted hours and kept the patients waiting, the staff are rude, especially white blonde NP Margaret.

Minute Clinic is convenient when you want to get something done quick but don’t want to schedule an appt. or go to a hospital. This was located in a CVS and I walked to the back of the building and saw the Minute Clinic sign. You then enter some information into an electronic machine which will then put you on the waiting list to be seen.
I came for a TB test for a volunteer opportunity requirement. The physician was nice and the procedure was simple enough. I then went to the next room to settle payment and this person was nice as well.
It’s simple to come and get something minor/​routine looked at. I could foresee the wait getting long if there are a few people that need to be seen since it’s only 1 office/​physician. Just beware that they may take lunch at an odd hour, I came at 3pm one day and they were out for lunch.

After spending a long time waiting on the phone to dispute the $ 20 charge the woman said she’d get back to me regarding the charge. Today I received a bill from a collection agency for $ 20.
I AM BEYOND UP SET WITH THIS COMPANY. It’s easier to pay the fee than deal with calling them again… but beware, and keep you’re receipts.

I LOVE MINUTE CLINIC!
the overall experience is fast, painless and most importantly I am being treated by professionals by keeping the cost down.
I feel like they did such a great job treating something that would cost double or even triple the premium in the regular doctor’s office or urgent care but it seems like not a lot of people know this.
I was tested and prescribed with medication immediately and the coolest part is I get to telecommunicate with a NP in Huntington Beach.
I think if more people know about this and utilize them to treat minor problems, get physical exams, flu shots or vaccinations, we can save a ton of money in our pocket!
I did not pay anything for the consultation and testing but I did pay few dollars for my prescription.
I strongly suggest all of you to go there before you head to urgent care or doctor’s office for minor illness!

I’m going back to work in clinical medicine on a part time basis (I’m a PA), and went in for a PPD test. I found the clinic online easily enough, and when I got there I got right in without a wait. I was seen by an NP (I think Salma was her name, or something like that?). She was friendly and efficient. Check in was easy and computerized. My only complaint is that they charge double for the test… once to administer it and once to read the test 2 – 3 days later. Seems a bit steep to me at $ 28/​visit, but otherwise no complaints.

Wow. That was painless.
So my wife and I just had a baby and she has Kaiser and I have Anthem Blue Cross. We had the baby via her Kaiser insurance and they recommended I get my flu and T-​DAP shot. I called my primary MD in Irvine, and they said they couldn’t see me until two days. I advised that I needed them, then she said I could walk into an urgent care walk-​in facility… I was kind of upset particularly when it would only take less than 10 – 20 minutes to complete. I Googled vaccines and this place popped up. I drove there from my office, punched in my information on a screen and they met with me in less than 5 minutes. They looked at my insurance and noticed that I had no co-​pay and asked what I needed. They asked a few questions about my clinical history and via video-​conference I confirmed with a physician my needs and they gave me the shots, paperwork and I was out the door in less than 15 minutes.

I Love the Minute Clinic!
My second year going there for the flu shot.
Much better off getting your flu shot here than at your Drs. office.
Your doctor is very unlikely to carry the single shot non-​preservative vaccine.
He/​She will have the multi dose vials with preservatives in it that they use for multiple patients.
They have to put preservatives in it because the vial is being used for multiple patients once it’s unsealed. And if the Dr.‘s assistant does not shake it well before each patient and you are the last one on that vial – OMG! You are going to get a high dose of preservatives injected into you my friend.
It’s that preservative and the latex in it too injected into your body that is the cause of many bad reactions to the flu shot – not the shot itself.
I asked my doctor why he does not carry the preservative free single shot. His response: «Not cost effective for my office… and I give my wife and children tons of preservative injections, so don’t worry David… it won’t kill you.»
Not immediately it won’t…

First time to a Minute Clinic and have to honestly say that it was a pleasant experience beyond my expectations. I initially dropped into get a TB test for volunteer work.
At the time I walked in there was no one else waiting. I signed-​in electronically on their check-​in kiosk and waited just about 5 minutes until I was called into the patient room. The LVN was very helpful and knowledgeable. Most of the paperwork that needed to be filled-​out was automatically generated by the information that I initially filled out.
The TB test was painless and quick. Cost of each visit was $ 28. A follow-​up cost for the TB test is also $ 28. Sounds like each visit has a base cost of this amount. Keep your receipt for insurance reimbursement. Great alternative for quick, basic medical/​health needs. Definitely recommend Minute-​Clinic.
Clean, efficient and extremely useful.

I had a wonderful experience here. The staff was friendly and very fast. Nurse practitioner Salma was awesome. I didn’t have to wait long to get treated like most places and I was very comfortable. It’s nice to have clinics like these where you don’t need an appointment and don’t take as long as urgent care.

It’s nice how there’s clinics like these within the area for those who need last minute appointments. I, for one, really need a TB test done and so I came here for 2 visits (the second visit was to get my arm read). Both visits (the injection and getting your results read) cost $ 28, totaling to $ 56. Unfortunately for TB tests, they do not accept health insurance, so be prepared to pay out of your pocket. Cash and credit cards are accepted.
The Nurse Practitioner was nice and she’s pretty patient and willing to ask questions. There’s other licensed professionals who work in the clinic, but so far I’ve only met this NP and an LVN.
Overall, the clinic offers other services such as vaccinations, physicals, screenings etc. The sign-​up process is very simple. You walk up to the clinic and there’s a touch-​screen computer and you enter your information and wait in line for your appointment. The only thing that I recommend is that you check the website and see when their lunch hours are. Sometimes it varies per location — this is so you don’t need to wait longer than you need to.