Ithaca - WellNow Urgent Care
Urgent Care / Walk-in Care • Ithaca, NY • Since 2012 • 1 (Ithaca) locations
About
Summary: The WellNow Urgent Care network is a privately held chain of walk-in urgent care clinics offering treatment for illnesses, injuries, rapid testing, and other health needs. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Chicago, IL, WellNow operates in the United States with a presence in multiple states (Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania) and has expanded under the Five Star Urgent Care brand. The company employs about 703 people and reports annual revenue around $175.9 million. For Ithaca-specific information, WellNow’s public materials do not indicate a WellNow location in Ithaca, NY; their listed U.S. offices are in Chicago, IL. If you’re seeking urgent care near Ithaca, NY, you may need to check nearby WellNow locations in New York state or alternative local urgent care providers.
Clinic Type
Urgent Care / Walk-in Care
Address
740 South Meadow Street, Ithaca, NY 14850
Phone
(607) 821-2409
wn5103@wellnow.com
Opening Hours
Open 7 days a week; availability for in-person and virtual care (schedule in-person; 24/7 availability for providers via WellNow Virtual Care)
Telehealth
Available: WellNow Virtual Care (24/7 providers)
Emergency Care
If you have a true emergency, call 911 immediately
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
The page notes affordable pricing for uninsured patients and acceptance of credit/debit cards; no specific insurer list provided.
Credit card, Debit card, Cash (implied by general urgent care payment statements), Cash (likely), Insurance payments
Languages Spoken
Pricing
FAQs
Do I need an appointment?
No appointment and no referral is required; you can walk in or check in online.
Do I need an appointment to visit a WellNow Urgent Care facility?
You are welcome to simply walk into any WellNow location. No appointment and no referral is required. You may also check in online at a WellNow center of your choice.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Birdeye (Google): 4.4 stars
Patients praise
- Friendly, caring, and professional staff
- Efficient and prompt service
- Clean and well-maintained facility environment
- Compassionate and attentive care from medical providers
Common complaints
- Billing and insurance processing inconsistencies
- Occasional frustrations regarding wait times
- Concerns regarding the depth or accuracy of medical assessments in specific instances
"I've been there several times. I've never waited longer than 10 minutes, the staff is awesome and attentive and Dr. Hector is just the best."
— Yelp/MapQuest/Apple Maps user review"Staff were kind, very quick to respond and explained everything. A very positive experience, thank you."
— Birdeye user reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- WellNow Openings Coincide With Reduced ED Wait Times In Upstate NY - Journal of Urgent Care Medicine — Apr 1, 2026
- Hamilton College study looks at impact of WellNow urgent care centers — Apr 27, 2026
- Hamilton College study finds WellNow Urgent Care expansion improves access and reduces strain on emergency rooms — Apr 22, 2026
- WellNow Urgent Care Partners with Utica University to Expand Healthcare for Students — Dec 9, 2025
- Rapid COVID-19 testing now available at WellNow Urgent Care centers — Apr 10, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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