Urgent care is open daily from noon – 10 p.m. on weekdays and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends. Children with serious or life-threatening injuries or illnesses should be taken directly to the emergency room, or call 911. 

Important information for parents

• Our pediatric urgent care is intended for patients up to the age of 18.

• If you have a health plan and want to determine whether Children’s Mercy is an in-network provider, a list of insurance plans is available.

Is urgent care right for my child?

• If you're unsure whether to bring your child for an urgent care visit, please feel free to call us at (816) 478-5200 and we'll be happy to provide guidance.

Save your spot in line for urgent care! Here’s how it works:

• Choose the location closest to you.

• Select a time that works best.

• Complete a short form, and you’re in line.

We can even send text message reminders as your scheduled time draws near.

Hours
Monday-Friday: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

• Bone and joint imaging

• CT scan

• Fluoroscopic procedures

• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

• Ultrasound

• 3D imaging and printing

• Pediatric patient experience optimization

• Sedation for complex procedures

The Children's Mercy East laboratory provides basic services on-site. Testing that is collected but not performed at East is sent to the Adele Hall hospital laboratory.

Hours
Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
No collections on holidays.