1398 Massachusetts Ave., Unit #31
Arlington, MA 02476
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Arlington, MA
The Right Care, Right Now
Rating - over 200,000 reviews
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Walk-ins Welcome
Save your Spot / Register
AFC BY THE NUMBERS
40+
Years Of Providing Quality Healthcare
4M+
Patients Treated by AFC in 2025
400+
Nationwide Clinic Locations
29+
Growing Across States Nationwide
Getting Care Is Simple
our services
Urgent Care & Walk-In Care
At AFC Urgent Care Arlington, getting care is simple. You can walk in or Save your Spot / Register to see a licensed provider, no referral needed. We’re open evenings and weekends, and our experienced team treats patients ages nine months and up.
We help with a wide range of urgent care needs, including:
Cold & flu
Seasonal allergies & allergic reactions
UTI care & STD/STI testing
Sprains & strains
Cuts & burns
These are just some of the most common reasons patients visit us for urgent care.
Wellness Care
At AFC Urgent Care Arlington, we offer both urgent and non-urgent care and family care services without appointments. We provide many of the same services as a physician without long waiting times or rigid schedules.
Annual physicals (sports, camp, school, pre-employment as appropriate)
Health screenings labs (cholesterol, thyroid, diabetes)
Short term medication refills for stable, chronic conditions (hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, etc.)
Routine vaccinations and immunizations
Physical Exams
Occupational Health
At AFC Urgent Care Arlington, we provide comprehensive occupational health services to support local businesses and their employees. Our clinic offers convenient, walk-in care for required workplace exams and testing, helping employers maintain compliance while minimizing downtime.
DOT physicals
Pre-employment physicals
Workers' compensation injury care
Drug & alcohol testing
On-Site Lab
At AFC Urgent Care Arlington, our on-site lab services provide fast, reliable testing so you can get answers without delay. We offer a range of rapid tests for common illnesses, along with comprehensive send-out lab options to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning all in one convenient location.
Rapid Testing: COVID-19, flu, strep, mono, urinalysis, glucose
Send-Out Labs: STD panels, blood chemistry, CBC, liver/kidney function, lipids, A1C, cultures
Getting Care Is Simple
Urgent Care vs. ER: What's Right for You?
URGENT CARE
EMERGENCY ROOM
pricing
AFFORDABLE SERVICES
Urgent care clinics offer patients convenient and cost-effective services and care to meet their healthcare needs.
MORE EXPENSIVE
How much does an urgent care visit cost, anyway? ER bills are incredibly expensive, easily eclipsing most urgent care bills.
ACCESSIBLE
EASILY ACCESSIBLE
If an injury occurs that requires urgent care, our walk-in clinics are there for you with no appointment necessary.
LONGER WAIT TIMES
In an emergency room, the average wait time is 1-2 hours, whereas urgent care wait times are generally much lower.
CONVENIENT
CONVENIENT WALK-IN CARE
A majority of our patients require walk-in care and can usually return home faster compared to other medical care options.
CAN BE EXHAUSTING
The emergency room is not only intimidating, but they are extremely time consuming, leaving you exhausted.
Arlington Urgent Care and Walk-In Clinic
AFC Arlington has walk-in options to meet your immediate healthcare needs including urgent care, lab testing, and vaccinations.
Open 7 Days A Week:
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Most major insurance accepted
Please contact your insurance company to verify your coverage.
Medical Care You Can Count On
Are you frustrated with the inefficient, impersonal experience of waiting for much-needed urgent care in a hospital emergency room? Then you will appreciate the warm care and convenience of our urgent care clinic in Arlington, MA.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why AFC Should Be Your Choice in Health Care
Across the country, AFC is growing. In fact, we’ve been ranked by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing companies in the U.S. We’re proud to serve more than three million patients each year, and with over 300 clinics throughout the United States, we can offer accessible care close to home. With no appointments, short wait times, and in-network providers available with extended hours, it’s no wonder more patients turn to AFC.
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What To Expect During Your Visit
At AFC you can expect health care in a warm and caring environment with minimal wait-times. Our teams work to ensure your health and safety is paramount during COVID-19.
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What To Bring With You To Your Appointment
Be sure to bring your photo ID, insurance card if required for billing and any medical history you might provide.
AFC Arlington offers walk-in immediate medical care to patients in Arlington, Medford, Belmont, Somerville and Cambridge MA. You NEVER need an appointment nor a referral to see a board-certified physician and we accept most insurance plans offered in Massachusetts. So, if you or your family have a medical concern that can’t wait, visit us today. You can even book your visit ahead of time and skip the wait and paperwork.
With state-of-the-art digital X-Ray and on-site lab for rapid blood work, you never have to wait long to be seen. Whether you have a fever, fracture, infection, a prescription concern or any other ache or pain, you can get immediate and effective treatment when you need it the most. Skip the long waits and impersonal care at the emergency room (ER) and visit us today to see why we are one of the most well reviewed urgent care clinics in your area.
