Tamworth's Medicare Urgent Care Clinic at Northwest Health

Tamworth’s Medicare Urgent Care Clinic, part of a growing network of medicare urgent care clinics across Australia. Located at Northwest Health, our urgent care center provides culturally safe and accessible care for people with urgent, non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses.

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Conditions We Treat

Heartburn, Vomiting, or Nausea

We conduct thorough assessments to determine the cause and severity of your symptoms before providing timely and effective treatment.

Mild to Moderate Infections

Our urgent care centre (UCC) can assess, diagnose, and treat a range of infections. Whether it's a respiratory infection, skin ailment, or urinary tract issue, Tamworth’s UCC is tailored to address these conditions with care.

Fever

Tamworth's Medicare Urgent Care Clinic, located near you, is equipped to assess your symptoms, conduct thorough examinations, and determine the underlying cause of your fever.

Pain When Urinating

We conduct health assessments, including medical history and diagnostic tests, to identify the cause of your pain, including UTIs, urinary stones, inflammation, or other medical conditions.

Sprains & Minor Fractures

We deliver appropriate treatment to facilitate a speedy recovery, including immobilisation, pain management, and rehabilitation plans.

Back & Muscle Pain

Our doctors diagnose the cause of your pain and offer a range of treatment options tailored to your needs, including pain management and therapy recommendations.

Allergies & Rashes

We provide relief and management of common skin reactions. From seasonal triggers to specific allergens, our team identifies and treats your symptoms effectively.

Cuts, Burns, & Bites

We treat minor cuts, burns, and insect or animal bites promptly. Our focus is reducing pain, preventing infection, and promoting healing.

Headaches & Fainting

Our team conducts thorough assessments to determine the cause of headaches or fainting, aiming to alleviate discomfort and enhance your wellbeing.

Bowel Issues & Abdominal Pain

If you're experiencing constipation, diarrhea, or abdominal pain, we assess your symptoms and develop a care plan to restore digestive health.

Asthma, Coughs & Respiratory Issues

Our doctors assess and diagnose using comprehensive evaluations and breathing tests to relieve minor respiratory challenges.

Light Bleeding in Pregnancy

Our UCC provides urgent and thorough care, ensuring the safety of both mother and baby. We investigate the cause and offer timely intervention.

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Urgent Care for Non-Emergencies

Providing Bulk Billed Urgent Healthcare

Tamworth’s Medicare Urgent Care Clinic at Northwest Health offers bulk billed treatment and care for non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses. As a trusted medicare urgent care clinic, we’re staffed with skilled doctors and nurses who deliver exceptional, patient-centred care.

We understand that urgent medical needs can arise unexpectedly. That’s why our urgent care centre offers extended hours and fast access—without the long emergency department wait times.

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When to Visit a Medicare UCC

Tamworth UCC is here when you have an urgent problem and you cannot get into your own GP. If you or a loved one has a life-threatening injury or illness, do not attend an urgent care clinic. Call triple zero (000) or go to your nearest emergency department.

Minor infections

Minor fractures, sprains, sports injuries and neck & back pain

Urinary Tract Infections (UTI's)

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI's)

Insect bites and rashes

Minor eye and ear infections

Respiratory illness

Gastroenteritis

Minor cuts and burns

Drug prescribing policy

Strictly no drugs of addiction (e.g., opiates and benzodiazepines) will be prescribed at any first visit for new patients.

“By establishing a Medicare UCC co-located with its Medical Centre, Northwest Health is delivering much needed care for people with urgent but not life-threatening medical conditions.”

Richard Nankervis

HNECC Primary Health Network CEO

Urgent Care When You Need It

How are We Different to Regular Doctor's Surgeries?

Northwest Health is the chosen home of Tamworth’s urgent care center, offering care for people with urgent, non-emergency conditions.

The Tamworth Medicare Urgent Care Clinic helps hospitals focus on critical cases by treating minor illnesses and injuries quickly and efficiently.

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Reduced Wait Times

UCCs help in reducing wait times for patients seeking medical attention for urgent issues, ensuring that people receive timely treatment for their condition.

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Fully Bulk Billed Service

We make healthcare more accessible and equitable for everyone by providing a fully bulk billed service, meaning that patients do not have to pay any out-of-pocket expenses.

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No Appointments Needed

We are a walk-in clinic, meaning you don’t need to schedule or book an appointment in advance. This ensures that patients experiencing non-emergency medical issues can seek immediate care and attention when they need it.

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Experienced Medical Team

Tamworth’s urgent care clinic employs a team of experienced doctors and nurses who are skilled in providing comprehensive and high-quality care.

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Primary Care Integration

We work in coordination with primary care providers to ensure continuity of care. They can refer patients back to their primary care doctors for follow-up, promoting a seamless healthcare experience.