CityHealth Urgent Care Oakland — Location and Hours
CityHealth Oakland is located in the Montclair neighborhood, conveniently situated for residents of Oakland, Piedmont, and the surrounding East Bay communities.- Address: 6301 Thornhill Drive, Oakland, CA 94611
- Neighborhood: Montclair Village
- Hours: Open 7 days a week — see our locations page for current hours
- Parking: Free parking available
- Appointments: Walk-ins welcome; book online to reduce wait time
What Conditions Does Urgent Care in Oakland Treat?
CityHealth’s Oakland urgent care clinic treats a broad range of non-emergency medical conditions, including:Illness and Infections
- Cold, flu, and COVID-19
- Strep throat and sore throat
- Sinus infection (sinusitis)
- Ear infections
- UTI (urinary tract infection)
- Yeast infections
- Skin infections (cellulitis, folliculitis)
- Eye infections (pink eye / conjunctivitis)
- Sexually transmitted infections (STI testing and treatment)
Injuries
- Cuts and lacerations requiring stitches or staples
- Sprains and strains
- Minor fractures (X-rays available)
- Back pain and muscle strains
- Burns (minor to moderate)
- Animal bites
Diagnostic Services
- Lab tests and bloodwork (on-site processing)
- X-rays
- COVID testing (rapid and PCR)
- Flu testing (rapid)
- STI testing
- Pregnancy testing
- Urinalysis
Preventive and Primary Care Services
- Flu shots and vaccinations
- Sports physicals and school physicals
- DOT physicals (Department of Transportation)
- Pre-employment physicals
- Travel medicine consultations
- Prescription refills
Explore Our Oakland Urgent Care Guides
Not sure what to expect, or want to learn more about a specific condition before you come in? Our care team has put together guides on many of the conditions we treat most frequently in Oakland:
- Where to get a flu shot in Oakland and San Leandro — walk-in flu vaccinations at CityHealth
- Does urgent care prescribe Tamiflu? — Yes. We can evaluate, test, and prescribe same-day
- Cold vs. flu symptoms — how to tell the difference and when to come in
- COVID testing in Oakland — rapid antigen and PCR tests, same day
- STD/STI testing in Oakland — confidential, most results within 24 hours
- Yeast infection urgent care — treatment without a long wait at your OB/GYN
- Bronchitis treatment at urgent care — when antibiotics are needed and when they aren’t
- X-rays at CityHealth Oakland — on-site imaging for fractures and injuries
- Lab work at urgent care in Oakland — bloodwork, urinalysis, and rapid tests on-site
Dermatology at CityHealth Oakland
CityHealth Oakland’s location is paired with our full-service dermatology practice, which offers care for:
- Acne (all types and severity) — see our acne treatment services
- Eczema and psoriasis
- Skin cancer screenings and suspicious moles
- Rashes and dermatitis
- Microneedling and cosmetic dermatology services
Having urgent care and dermatology under one roof means you can address both acute medical needs and ongoing skin concerns in a single visit. Learn more about our dermatology services in Oakland.
Insurance Accepted at Our Oakland Urgent Care
CityHealth Oakland accepts most major insurance plans, including:- Blue Shield, Blue Cross, Anthem BCBS
- Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare
- Medi-Cal — yes, we accept Medi-Cal for most services
- Medicare
- Covered California plans
- Most employer-sponsored plans
No insurance? We offer competitive self-pay pricing. See our insurance and pricing page for full details.
Oakland Neighborhoods We Serve
CityHealth’s urgent care clinic is located in Montclair — one of Oakland’s most centrally accessible neighborhoods. We regularly see patients from across Oakland and the wider East Bay:
- Montclair and Piedmont — Our home neighborhood. Just off Highway 13, minutes from Montclair Village and the Piedmont border.
- Rockridge — A short drive up College Avenue from the Rockridge BART station. 10 minutes by car.
- Grand Lake / Lake Merritt — 10–12 minutes east of the lake via Grand Avenue and Moraga Avenue.
- Temescal — 10–15 minutes north on Broadway. Quick and easy surface street access.
- Fruitvale and Dimond District — Accessible via Fruitvale Avenue north into the Dimond area.
- Moraga, Orinda, and Lamorinda — 15–20 minutes via Highway 24. Often faster than driving to Highland or Summit ER.
- Piedmont, Emeryville, and Berkeley — All within 15–20 minutes via Highway 13 or surface streets.
- Downtown Oakland and Uptown — 15 minutes via I-580 or surface streets. Easier parking in Montclair than downtown clinics.
Whether you’re in North Oakland, the Oakland Hills, or commuting from deeper in the East Bay, CityHealth Oakland is a faster, more affordable option than the ER for non-emergency medical needs.
Why Oakland Residents Choose CityHealth
Oakland has several urgent care options, but CityHealth stands out for several reasons:- Integrated dermatology — not available at most urgent care clinics in Oakland
- Full lab services on-site — results during your visit when possible
- X-ray imaging on-site — no referral needed to check for fractures
- Medi-Cal accepted — most urgent cares in Oakland don’t accept Medi-Cal
- Board-certified providers — physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners
- Online appointment booking — reserve your spot and minimize your wait
- Pediatric care — we treat children and teens as well as adults
Flu Season Urgent Care in Oakland
Oakland’s flu season typically runs from November through March, with peak activity in January and February. During this time, CityHealth Oakland sees a high volume of flu, COVID, strep throat, and respiratory illness. We’re ready year-round, but especially during peak season:
- Rapid flu tests — results in 15 minutes in most cases
- Antiviral prescriptions — including Tamiflu (oseltamivir) when clinically indicated, started same-day
- Walk-in flu shots — flu vaccinations available most days, no appointment needed
- COVID testing — rapid antigen and PCR, available same-day at our Oakland location
- Strep testing — rapid test with same-visit treatment if positive
Not sure if you have a cold or the flu? Our guide on cold vs. flu symptoms can help you decide. When in doubt, come in — we can test and treat on the same visit.
Urgent Care vs. Emergency Room in Oakland
Not every medical issue requires a trip to Summit Medical Center, Highland Hospital, or UCSF Benioff Children’s. Urgent care in Oakland is the right choice when your condition is non-life-threatening but still needs same-day attention. Use the ER for:
- Chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms
- Severe head trauma or loss of consciousness
- Major fractures or deep wounds with heavy bleeding
- Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
- Pediatric emergencies
For everything else — from strep throat to ankle sprains to UTIs — CityHealth Oakland can see you today, usually at a fraction of the cost of an ER visit. Read our full guide on urgent care vs. ER to know when to go where.
Book Urgent Care in Oakland Today
No appointment required, but booking online helps us prepare for your visit and reduces your wait time. Our Oakland location is open 7 days a week, including evenings and weekends.
Can’t make it to Oakland? We also have a San Leandro location — open 7 days a week at 201 Dolores Avenue, San Leandro. Learn more on our Urgent Care San Leandro guide.
Frequently Asked Questions About Urgent Care in Oakland
Does CityHealth Oakland accept Medi-Cal? Yes. CityHealth Oakland accepts Medi-Cal for urgent care visits, STI testing, lab work, flu shots, and most other services. Medi-Cal coverage for dermatology services may vary by plan — call ahead to verify. How long is the wait at CityHealth Oakland? Walk-in wait times vary by time of day and day of the week. Booking online in advance typically reduces your wait significantly. Check our online booking system for real-time estimated wait times before you come in. Does CityHealth Oakland have X-ray? Yes. CityHealth Oakland has on-site X-ray imaging. This allows us to evaluate potential fractures, dislocations, and other injuries without sending you to a separate imaging facility. Is CityHealth Oakland open on weekends? Yes. CityHealth Oakland is open 7 days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Check our locations page for current weekend hours. Can urgent care in Oakland treat children? Yes. CityHealth Oakland treats patients of all ages, including children and teens. For pediatric-specific concerns, see our urgent care for kids page. Does CityHealth Oakland have a dermatologist? Yes. CityHealth Montclair is one of the few urgent care clinics in Oakland with on-site dermatology services. Board-certified providers treat acne, eczema, skin cancer screenings, rashes, and more — often with same-week or same-day appointments. Is urgent care in Oakland cheaper than the ER? Yes, typically significantly cheaper. An urgent care visit at CityHealth Oakland generally costs $100–$200 out of pocket (or your insurance copay), compared to $500–$2,000 or more at a hospital emergency room. For non-emergency conditions, urgent care is almost always the smarter financial choice. What’s the difference between CityHealth Oakland and a regular doctor? CityHealth Oakland is an urgent care and dermatology clinic — we’re designed for same-day visits without the wait times of a primary care office or the cost of an emergency room. While we can handle many primary care-type needs (physicals, prescription refills, lab work), for ongoing chronic disease management you’ll want an established primary care doctor. Think of us as your “right now” healthcare option. Does CityHealth Oakland offer STI/STD testing? Yes. CityHealth Oakland offers confidential STI/STD testing, including testing for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, and herpes. Most results are available within 24 hours. No referral needed — walk in or book online.Beyond urgent care, CityHealth Montclair Oakland also provides dermatology services — including acne treatment, mole evaluation, and skin biopsies — available by appointment or same-day when slots are open.
