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At Nao Medical, we believe transparency and affordability are essential to quality healthcare. That’s why we’re proud to offer significantly lower costs than others.
Big Box Pharmacies and Hospital-Affiliated Urgent Care: Beware the Inflation Trap!
In New York State, many urgent care centers have teamed up to inflate their prices, leaving unsuspecting consumers to foot the bill. These so-called “Big Box Pharmacy-Hospital” Urgent Care centers (and some National Family Care Franchisee owned centers) are contributing to rising costs, and it’s time to be aware.
Pharmacy Chain | Urgent Care Brand | Location(s) |
Walgreens | CityMD | Multiple locations throughout NY |
Walgreens | Duane Reade Urgent Care | Multiple locations throughout NY |
CVS | MinuteClinic | Multiple locations throughout NY |
CVS | HealthHUB | Select CVS locations throughout NY |
Rite Aid | Rite Aid HealthClinic | Select Rite Aid locations throughout NY |
Walmart | Walmart Care Clinic | Select Walmart locations throughout NY |
Northwell Health | GoHealth Urgent Care | Select Walgreens locations throughout NY |
Mount Sinai Doctors | Mount Sinai Doctors Urgent Care | Select CVS locations throughout NY |
Ascension Saint Thomas | Ascension Saint Thomas Convenient Care | Select Walgreens locations throughout NY |
Know Your Costs Before You Visit:
- Self-pay visits: Just $175 for a complete visit.
- With insurance: You’ll pay 30% to 70% less than the inflated charges typically billed by other urgent care centers.
- Upfront pricing: No surprises. We clearly explain your costs before you receive care.
Compare and Save:
In New York State, many urgent care centers have teamed up to inflate their prices, leaving unsuspecting consumers to foot the bill. These so-called “Big Box Pharmacy-Hospital” Urgent Care centers (and some National Family Care Franchisee owned centers) are contributing to rising costs, and it’s time to be aware.
Nao Medical stands out by offering affordable urgent care without compromising quality. We accept all insurances, ensuring you don’t face unexpected costs.
| Insurance Provider | Typical Insurance Approved Charge That Will Pass Through To Your Deductible | Nao Medical Cost | You Save |
| United Healthcare | $260 + Procedure codes | ~$110 | $85+ |
| Blue Cross Blue Shield | ~$220 to $280 by plan | ~$180 | $45 to $100 |
| Aetna | ~$200 | $150 | $50+ |
| Empire NYS Plan | $135-140 baseline + CPT codes | Medicare Fee Schedule | $105+ |
| Cigna | $260 baseline + CPT codes | $150 | $115+ |
| HealthFirst | $175 | $125 | $50 |
| GHI | $175 | $125 | $50 |
| Emblem | $175 | $125 | $50 |
| Fidelis | 105% of Medicare Fee | ~85% of Medicare Fee | $50+ |
| UHC Community Plan | $140 | ~85% of Medicare Fee | $75+ |
Your cost at Nao Medical is $175 without insurance.
Don’t overpay for urgent care.
If you have insurance, choose Nao Medical and get the quality care you deserve at a price that’s fair and transparent and 30% to 70% lower than Urgent Care visits to Big Box Pharmacy-Hospital-Affiliated Urgent Care Chains.
