Urgent Care Services

Our urgent care clinic is equipped to handle a wide range of non-emergency medical concerns, including:

• Allergies and asthma-related issues
• Cold and flu symptoms
• Minor fractures and X-ray services
• Minor injuries such as cuts, burns, or sprains
• On-site lab testing and diagnostic services
• Sore throat, ear infections, and sinus infections
• Sports or work-related injuries
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

Physicals

A physical examination helps determine the general status of your health. The exam also gives you a chance to talk to a medical professional about any ongoing pain or symptoms that you’re experiencing, as well as any other health concerns that you might have. Freedom Urgent Care offers a variety of physicals whether it’s routine or a requirement for employment or education.

We offer the following types of physicals:

• Camp
• Department of Transportation (DOT)
• Fit for Duty
• Non-DOT
• Pre-Deployment
• Pre-Employment
• Return to Work
• School
• Sports

No appointment necessary! Visit Freedom Urgent Care today for a physical.

Flu shots

The CDC describes the flu as a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, the throat, and sometimes the lungs. These diseases are believed to be spread most commonly through droplets. And these droplets are spread to others through sneezes, coughs, and even talking. But flu diseases can also be transmitted when a person touches a surface containing the flu virus and then touches parts of their own face, such as the nose or mouth.

Flu symptoms can range from mild to severe, and in some cases infection can become fatal. The following are common flu symptoms:

• Body Ache
• Chills
• Cough
• Diarrhea
• Fever
• Head Congestion
• Headache
• Loss of Energy
• Runny Nose

Not everyone who contracts the flu will experience all of these symptoms, but they are commonly associated with influenza infection. And some infected individuals can spread the flu without showing any symptoms themselves.  This is why the CDC recommends getting a yearly flu shot like the ones Freedom Urgent Care provides for individuals 6 months of age or older: immunization doesn’t just protect you from the flu, it also protects the people around you. Our clinic offers flu shots to patients 4 years of age or older. 

Influenza and COVID-19

Influenza and COVID-19 are both highly infectious respiratory illnesses, and they share some common symptoms, but they are not the same disease. For this reason, flu shots will not protect against COVID-19. 

However, flu shots do provide benefits that are especially important during the COVID-19 pandemic. For example, it is possible to be infected with the flu and COVID-19 at the same time. So a flu shot can guard against being infected with both diseases at once. 

Also, as COVID-19 cases spike throughout the flu season, hospitals may be stretched to the limit in terms of the space and resources they can provide, with some reaching their maximum capacity. If fewer patients are hospitalized due to the flu, there will be less strain placed on hospitals and healthcare workers when COVID-19 cases rise.

If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms but aren’t sure if you may be suffering from influenza or COVID-19, contact a medical professional at Freedom Urgent Care and ask about COVID-19 testing. We also offer virtual visits to help you speak with a healthcare provider from the comfort of your home.

At Freedom Urgent Care, we are dedicated to the health of our clients and our community. And the flu shots we provide help protect both. If you would like to schedule your yearly flu shot, please check-in online or walk into one of our clinics. Let’s work together to create a healthier tomorrow. 

Department of Transportation (DOT) testing

DOT testing is a job requirement, regulated by the Department of Transportation, for professional bus or truck drivers. This testing process can ensure that employees meet the physical and health standards necessary to safely perform their duties. So, if you are an employee that drives a commercial motor vehicle (CMV), Freedom Urgent Care is ready to meet your DOT testing needs. We offer comprehensive DOT testing that’s fast and simple. And, because our clinics offer walk-in service, you don’t need to schedule an appointment. So, when you need DOT testing in Harker Heights or Killeen, we are ready to help. Learn more about the DOT testing process, and find out how Freedom Urgent Care can help with quick and convenient services.

What to expect during a DOT test

The DOT test includes several individual examinations that can measure physical capabilities and detect potential health conditions. It involves a review of your medical history and taking your blood pressure as well as your pulse rate. In addition, a vision test, hearing test, physical exam, and urinalysis are also given during the exam. Click below to learn more about these tests in greater detail.

Blood pressure and pulse rate

DOT employees must spend several hours driving each day, which can place additional strain on the body. For this reason, your blood pressure and pulse will be measured to look for any potential conditions that could make driving a CMV difficult or unsafe.

Hearing test

An important part of safe driving is ensuring that the driver can properly focus on the road, and this includes using their sense of hearing. For this part of the examination, you will need to be able to identify a forced whisper from approximately five feet away.

Physical exam

This portion of the DOT test involves a physical exam of the following:

• General appearance
• Abdomen and organs
• Limbs
• Lungs and chest
• Mouth and throat
• Neurological
• Skeletal

Each is evaluated to look for any potential health issues that could make driving a CMV unsafe.

Urinalysis

As a DOT employee operating heavy machinery, you are responsible for preventing injury to yourself and others on the road. A urinalysis test can determine if there are potential health issues or concerns that could put your safety or the safety of others at risk.

Vision test

Vision is also an important part of safe driving. Freedom Urgent Care will test your vision to check for any potential issues that could affect you on the job. A vision score between 20 to 40 for both eyes is considered acceptable. Those who wear prescription glasses are encouraged to bring them along for this part of the test.

Look no further than Freedom Urgent Care for all of your DOT testing needs. Our experienced staff can take you through each step of the process and help you get your results quickly and easily. And of course, walk-ins are always welcome. So, if you are near Harker Heights or Killeen and need DOT testing, visit us any time from Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Experience the difference of fast, efficient DOT testing at Freedom Urgent Care.

COVID-19 testing

Freedom Urgent Care offers Rapid COVID-19 Tests. Administered at all locations, the test can identify patients with the COVID-19 virus in 5 to 13 minutes! To begin your appointment process, please “Check-In Now” at your nearest Freedom Urgent Care location. Each patient that comes for a visit is asked to please remain in your vehicle, and call the clinic to let the staff know that you have arrived for your appointment. “Walk-ins” are also encouraged to remain in your vehicle, and call the clinic upon arrival. During the visit, all patients will be screened by one our urgent care providers in order to receive the Rapid COVID-19 Test. Our team is proud to be offering greater accessibility to a service that will help create a healthier tomorrow!

Need a test for traveling? We provide COVID-19 PCR testing for those wishing to travel internationally. However, please keep in mind results can take anywhere from 48 to 72 hours. 

Veteran care

We offer veterans a convenient, walk-in care option! Since June 6 2019, U.S. Veterans no longer have to wait to get care for minor medical conditions. Under the Veterans Affairs Department’s Mission Act, Freedom Urgent Care centers are able to treat veterans on a walk-in basis.  No appointment is ever necessary.

We provide care for minor medical conditions, which include (but are not limited to):

Ear/skin infections
Flu-like symptoms
Minor burns
Pink eye
Strep throat

We provide lab testing, medications, and X-rays.

Learn more about veteran care

Veterans can now arrive at any Freedom Urgent Care location and simply let the customer service representative know they would like to use their VA Urgent Care benefits. Our staff will then confirm Veteran eligibility before providing care.  Before the new law took effect, the VA would pay for private care only when veterans had to drive more than 40 miles or wait more than 30 days for a VA appointment.

Freedom Urgent Care centers are state-of-the art facilities providing walk-in care for minor illnesses and injuries. We’re open seven days a week, including after hours, weekends and holidays.  Licensed providers are available to perform procedures like splinting and suturing, in addition to being equipped with digital x-ray, laboratory services and an electronic medical records (EMR) system.

All our Freedom Urgent Care centers are accredited by the national Urgent Care Association, certifying its clinics deliver the highest level of care available in an on-demand care setting. Urgent care is not intended for major emergencies. If you are experiencing a life-threatening situation, dial 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room.