Urgent Care

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At Northwest Health Urgent Care Centers, we understand that injuries and illnesses don’t always happen at convenient times. That's why we have five locations in La Porte, Michigan City, Portage and Valparaiso.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911. The physicians and nurse practitioners at the Northwest Health Urgent Care Centers provide walk-in care in urgent conditions for a range of immediate clinical issues, including:

• Minor injuries or wounds
• Sudden illnesses such as the flu
• Routine illnesses such as colds and coughs
• Allergy or asthma issues or treatments
• Sports physicals

Online Check-In*

Online check-in should not be used for life-threatening emergencies. Because our ER and urgent care staffs must treat patients based on the severity of illness or injury, your time is not guaranteed. We will see you as close to your designated time as possible. If your symptoms worsen or you believe you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency department as soon as possible.

Unsure if you should go to an emergency room? Click here to learn more.

Questions about online scheduling? View our Frequently Asked Questions.

^*Online check-in should not be used for life-threatening emergencies.
Because our urgent care staff must treat patients based on the severity of illness or injury, your time is not guaranteed. We will see you as close to your designated time as possible. If your symptoms worsen or you believe you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency department as soon as possible. All patients will receive a medical screening exam at the emergency room regardless of ability to pay. This does not apply at urgent care centers.

The Northwest Health Urgent Care sites in Chesterton, Valparaiso and Portage are departments of Northwest Health. Based on requirements of your insurance plan, you/your insurance provider will receive two bills: a bill for a facility charge and a bill for the physician fee. In addition, a copay for the facility and a copay for the physician visit may be charged if required by your insurance plan.