MelroseWakefield Urgent Care - Medford - Tufts Medicine
Urgent Care • Medford, MA
Clinic Type
Urgent Care
Address
170 Governors Avenue, 1st floor, Medford, MA 02155
Phone
781.306.6100
Interpreter.Services@tuftsmedicine.org
Opening Hours
Open 7 days a week, 7:00 am–11:00 pm (patient registration closes 10:30 pm)
Emergency Care
Available on-site for urgent and life-threatening conditions; refer to hospital ED for severe trauma
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Insurance & Payment
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Note: Your insurance may require a referral or authorization before being seen; out-of-pocket costs could be higher
Cash, Credit/debit cards, Insurance accepted
Languages Spoken
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FAQs
Is MelroseWakefield Urgent Care - Medford part of a hospital system?
Yes, part of MelroseWakefield Hospital and Tufts Medicine system.
Do I need a referral to be seen?
Your insurance may require a referral or authorization before being seen.
What are MelroseWakefield Urgent Care – Medford’s hours of operation?
Open daily from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm (patient registration closes at 10:30 pm).
Do I need a referral or authorization from my insurance to be seen at this urgent care?
Your insurance may require a referral or authorization before being seen, and your out-of-pocket costs could be higher.
Are there radiology services available at the urgent care?
Yes, our own radiologists read all X-rays and share results quickly.
Can I be seen if I am not a MelroseWakefield Healthcare patient?
Yes, you do not need to be a MelroseWakefield Healthcare patient, but access to existing records may be easier if you are.
What kind of injuries or illnesses do you treat?
We treat urgent conditions such as sore throats, runny noses, coughs, sinus pain, earaches, simple fractures or dislocations, and other non-life-threatening issues; for severe or traumatic injuries, visit the nearest emergency department.
What if I have a life-threatening emergency?
Call 911 immediately.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- magicpin: 2.7/5 (17)
- urgentcaremap.health: 4.0/5 (88)
- Boston Consumers' Checkbook: Not specified (16 ratings mentioned) (16)
Patients praise
- Compassionate and friendly medical staff (physician assistants and nurses)
- Efficient and prompt care for minor urgent medical issues
- Supportive and reassuring environment for patients, including children
Common complaints
- Concerns about billing transparency and high costs
- Reports of unprofessional or rude administrative/front-desk staff
- Difficulty reaching departments for administrative follow-up
"This place is nothing but a money gauging facility, lying and hiding costs to patients... They are never forthcoming with charges. GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!"
— urgentcare-nearme.net"They're kinda the only game in town, unfortunately, but the staff was awesome and helpful within their ability and work load"
— Boston Consumers' Checkbook"The staff at Lawrence Memorial Urgent Care have received high praise for their friendliness and professionalism. One parent reported that the check-in process was pleasant, with staff making efforts to ease a child's fear during an ear infection check."
— BestProsInTownSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- MelroseWakefield Hospital Performs Pulsed Field AFib Ablation Procedure Using Intracardiac Echocardiography | Melrose, MA Patch — Sep 15, 2025
- Chuck's Story: A Game-Changer in Community Heart Care | Melrose, MA Patch — Mar 6, 2026
- Melrose Wakefield Hospital Welcomes Its New Leader — Jul 19, 2025
- Tufts Medicine Behavioral Health Hospital opens next month — Feb 25, 2026
- Good morning, Medford, Thursday, May 14 — May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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