What to Do If You Need a Same-Day Doctor's Appointment
You have several options for finding same-day healthcare even if your primary care doctor can't squeeze you in
Many primary care practices allot time each day for patients with more pressing needs, so the first thing to do is to ask your regular doctor. But if you want to be seen right away for, say, a bad bout of diarrhea and the doc can’t squeeze you in, consider these tips. (If you suspect it’s an emergency, call 911).
Use Your Doctor’s Network
The hospital or medical system your provider is affiliated with may help you find a same-day appointment with a different doc (and practice). Check online, using the name of the facility and "same-day appointments."
Editor’s Note: This article also appeared in the July 2023 issue of Consumer Reports On Health.
