urgent md patient portal

What is urgent care?

What is Urgent Care? Urgent MD is much more than a local urgent care facility. For many of our patients, we’re their local and accessible medical provider that can always see you the same day.

Why urgent-MD?

WHY URGENT-MD? We treat conditions requiring immediate attention, but do not require ER care or hospitalization. Whether it's for a cold or flu, a strep test, an infection, a wound, a broken bone - or most any urgent minor medical need - Urgent-MD is your neighborhood Family Urgent Care Center.

Why choose urgent care in Hewlett?

For many of our patients, we’re their local and accessible medical provider that can always see you the same day. With urgent care locations in Hewlett and Cedarhurst, patients from across the Five Towns find it quick and convenient to drive to one of our locations and get seen by a doctor right away.

What is myportfolio patient portal at UMMC?

The MyPortfolio Patient Portal at UMMC is a convenient and secure health-management tool you can use anywhere you have access to the Internet. With the MyPortfolio Patient portal, you can track your visit history, view lab and radiology results, review your discharge instructions, and much more to come in the future.

How accurate are COVID-19 PCR tests?

PCR tests are very accurate when properly performed by a health care professional, but the rapid test can miss some cases.

How long do rapid COVID-19 tests take?

Antigen tests* are rapid tests which produce results in 15-30 minutes.

Where can I get a COVID-19 test for free?

Types of TestsYou can order free self-test kits at COVIDtests.gov or purchase tests online, in pharmacies, and retail stores.You can also visit FDA's website to see a list of authorized tests.

What is a PCR test in the context of COVID-19 testing?

A PCR test stands for polymerase chain reaction test. This is a diagnostic test that determines if you are infected by analyzing a sample to see if it contains genetic material from the virus.

How accurate are rapid COVID-19 antigen tests?

In people who did not have COVID-19, antigen tests correctly ruled out infection in 99.6% of people with symptoms and 99.7% of people without symptoms.

When is Rapid antigen test more accurate for COVID-19?

Rapid antigen tests are most accurate when they are used in people who have signs or symptoms of COVID-19, especially during the first week of illness. People who test negative may still be infected.

Will I have to pay for my COVID-19 test up front?

See full answerThe Biden-Harris Administration is strongly incentivizing health plans and insurers to set up a network of convenient locations across the country such as pharmacies or retailers where people with private health coverage will be able to order online or walk in and pick up at-home over-the-counter COVID-19 tests for free, rather than going through the process of having to submit claims for reimbursement. Consumers can find out from their plan or insurer if it provides direct coverage of over-the-counter COVID-19 tests through such a program or whether they will need to submit a claim for reimbursement. If you are charged for your test after January 15, keep your receipt and submit a claim to your insurance company for reimbursement.

How accurate are at-home COVID-19 antigen tests?

However, at-home COVID-19 antigen tests are generally expected to detect the SARS-CoV-2 virus at least 80% of the time when someone is infected.

When do symptoms of COVID-19 begin to appear?

People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus.

Why PCR is better than the rapid COVID-19 test?

“PCR tests are more reliable and accurate due to testing the specific genetic material of the virus, eliminating the interference from other viruses,” said Heather Seyko, a Laboratory Services manager for OSF HealthCare.

When should you take a COVID-19 PCR test instead of a rapid antigen test?

“PCR would be chosen where there is a low likelihood of having the virus, but we want to be certain the patient doesn't have it. Antigen would be chosen if there is a high probability the patient has the virus (i.e. is experiencing symptoms), and we need to screen the patient as positive or negative,” Heather said.

Which COVID-19 tests are more accurate PCR or antigen tests?

PCR tests are more accurate than antigen tests. "PCR tests are the gold standard for detecting SARS-CoV-2," says Dr. Broadhurst. "It is the most accurate testing modality that we have.

When should you take a COVID-19 PCR test instead of a rapid antigen test?

“PCR would be chosen where there is a low likelihood of having the virus, but we want to be certain the patient doesn't have it. Antigen would be chosen if there is a high probability the patient has the virus (i.e. is experiencing symptoms), and we need to screen the patient as positive or negative,” Heather said.

Why PCR is better than the rapid COVID-19 test?

“PCR tests are more reliable and accurate due to testing the specific genetic material of the virus, eliminating the interference from other viruses,” said Heather Seyko, a Laboratory Services manager for OSF HealthCare.

How accurate are at-home COVID-19 antigen tests?

However, at-home COVID-19 antigen tests are generally expected to detect the SARS-CoV-2 virus at least 80% of the time when someone is infected.

Can a person test negative and later test positive for COVID-19?

It is possible for this test to give a negative result that is incorrect (false negative) in some people with COVID- 19. This means that you could possibly still have COVID- 19 even though the test is negative. The amount of antigen in a sample may decrease the longer you have symptoms of infection.

What is eCheck-in in a doctor's waiting room?

You can use eCheck-In to: Update your address and other personal information.

What to do when you get to your appointment?

When you get to your appointment, please call the office to let them know you've arrived and office staff will share next steps.

Can you use activation code to sign up?

If you have an activation code, you can use it to sign up.

Can a 12 year old have access to a clinical note?

(Guardians of children 12 or older have limited access to a child’s clinical information in accordance with patient privacy laws.)