Fact Based List:

Generally Accepted Circumstances for Use of Urgent Care and Retail Health Clinics

  1. Minor allergic reactions
  2. Mild asthma
  3. Coughs, sore throat
  4. Bumps, minor cuts, scrapes
  5. Rashes, minor burns
  6. Sprains, strains
  7. Minor fevers, colds
  8. Minor headaches
  9. Ear or sinus pain
  10. Eye swelling, irritation, redness or pain
  11. Back pain
  12. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
  13. Minor animal bites
  14. Vaccinations
  15. X-rays
  16. Stitches

Source: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Virginia
Source URL: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/anthem-blue-cross-an...
Notes: Appeared in press release: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Virginia Launches Initiative to Curb Avoidable Emergency Room Visits