Heritage Urgent & Primary Care Centers
Ear Infection Treatment
Wake Forest & Raleigh, NC
Ear Infection Treatment
Wake Forest & Raleigh, NC
Same-Day Ear Infection Care in Wake Forest & Raleigh
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Wake Forest & Raleigh, NC
An ear infection can develop when a virus or bacteria causes inflammation in the middle ear. Ear infections are especially common in children, and they will often occur alongside or shortly after another illness. This may include a cold, the flu, or allergies.
The eustachian tubes connect the middle ear to the back of the throat and help regulate air pressure and drain fluid from the ear. When these tubes become swollen or blocked, fluid can become trapped behind the eardrum. This buildup can create an environment in which infection develops. This leads to symptoms such as ear pain, pressure, muffled hearing, or fever.
Ear Infection Treatment Options
Why Choose Heritage for Ear Infection Treatment
At Heritage Urgent & Primary Care, we proudly offer client-centered, efficient, value-based, high-quality healthcare in a comfortable environment. Our highly trained and professional staff are committed to providing you with care as quickly as possible, while still taking the time to listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and explain what treatment options are recommended for your particular case. To learn more about ear infections or to schedule an appointment to treat an ear infection, please refer to the following.
What To Expect During Your Ear Infection Visit
Common Symptoms of Ear Infection
Although everyone may have a slightly different presentation, the most common symptoms of ear infection for adults include the following:
- Fluid from the ear
- Poor hearing
- Ear pain
These symptoms may also indicate another medical condition, so it is important to seek medical support if you are experiencing these symptoms so that an accurate diagnosis can be determined.
Common symptoms and signs of an ear infection in children include:
- Pulling or tugging their ear
- Difficulty sleeping
- Crying more than normal
- Trouble responding to or hearing sounds
- Experiencing ear pain, especially while lying down
- Fussiness
- Fluid drainage from the ear
- Loss of balance
- Fever of 100 °F or higher
- Loss of appetite
- Headache
What To Expect During Your Ear Infection Visit
Treating Ear infections
Oftentimes, an ear infection will naturally correct itself; however, it is important to seek medical attention if the symptoms are severe and/or do not seem to be improving. Seek medical diagnosis and treatment for your child if they are less than 6 months old, the ear pain appears to be severe, you observe discharge of bloody fluid, pus, or fluid from the ear, and/or if they are irritable or sleepless following an upper respiratory infection or cold. Treatment options will vary from patient to patient, but typically consist of prescription antibiotics, OTC pain medication, and/or warm compresses.
What To Expect During Your Ear Infection Visit
Prevent Ear Infections
The best steps you can take to prevent ear infections from developing include the following:
- Keep your ears clean
- Keep your ears dry
- Clean your hands, or make sure your hands are clean, when you touch your ears
- Do not use swabs or Q-tips
- Only swim in clean water
If you follow these steps, you will significantly reduce your risk of developing an ear infection.
Primary Care Services
Preventative Healthcare Services
Urgent & Immediate Care Services
Bronchitis
Acute Care Injuries
Abscess Incision & Drainage
Allergy & Asthma Services
Dehydration
Dermatological Issues
Ear Infections
Food Poisoning
Foreign Body Removal
Laceration, Suturing, and Wound Care
Pink Eye
Poison Ivy
Nausea, Vomiting, and Diarrhea
Orthopedic Fracture & Dislocation
Respiratory Illnesses & Infection
Sinus Infections
Sore Throat
STD Testing & Pelvic Exams
Stitches
Strep Test & Strep Throat
Urinary Tract Infections
X-Ray Services
Wake Forest, NC Location
620 Dr Calvin Jones Hwy, #212
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Phone (919) 761-5678
Fax (919) 761-5680
Raleigh, NC Location
13271 Strickland Rd. #120
Raleigh, NC 27613
Phone (919) 741-4677
Fax (919) 741-6349
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We offer a range of services, including management of chronic disease, ongoing illness follow-up care, and, if necessary, referral coordination to high-value specialists. Our clinic offers same-day primary care appointments and immediate walk-in availability and can provide you and your family with a range of health services, including urgent, acute, immediate, and walk-in health care needs. We also provide services during early morning hours, after hours, and during the weekend. To ensure you receive high-quality care, our office utilizes state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including a large procedural room for performing procedures such as orthopedic splinting and/or wound repairs. Our clinic can also take on-site digital X-rays and work with local imaging centers to perform a wide array of diagnostic exams, including CT scans and/or ultrasound. We also perform a broad range of laboratory services on-site and send out labs, and can perform gynecologic testing and exams, pregnancy tests, urinalysis, vaccines, rapid flu tests, and strep tests.
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We offer healthcare services for a wide range of issues, including diabetes, asthma, hypertension, and much more. For additional information about the services, which range from health and wellness screenings to chronic disease management and acute care management, please refer to the following or call or visit our office.
When To See a Doctor for Ear Infection
Affordable Ear Infection in Wake Forest & Raleigh
A visit to the hospital or emergency room to treat an ear infection can cost a substantial amount of money and take much longer for you to receive the care you need. At Heritage Urgent & Primary Care, our board-certified providers can provide you with high-quality care in a timely and cost-effective manner. If you require health services and are concerned about the cost involved, please refer to the following overview of our clinic’s policies. If you have any additional questions concerning billing, insurance, and/or payment options, please contact our staff.
Understand Insurance and Medicare Medicaid
All visits are billed under Primary Care and Primary Care Copay. We accept Medicare and are in-network with most major insurance providers, and we are happy to provide you with a list of accepted providers to ensure you are covered. If co-payments are required by your insurance plan, this will need to be paid prior to your appointment, before check-in. If you are not able to pay your co-payment, it may be necessary to reschedule your appointment. It is also important to be aware that not all services are covered through insurance plans. If your insurance company determines that a service is not covered, it will be your responsibility to pay the remaining balance.
Out-of-Network and
Self-pay Accounts
If you are not covered by insurance, or if your provider is out of network, you will be responsible for the entire charge of the appointment. If you are not able to pay the full balance of your bill, please contact our billing office at 866-557-2612. We are committed to ensuring that you receive the care you need and will do our best to help set up a payment plan to cover the costs of your care.
Further Payment and
Insurance Information
You will need to provide your current insurance information and bring your insurance card with you to your first visit. We also ask that you bring your card to subsequent visits so we can update your records as needed. Our staff will also help ensure that you maximize your insurance benefits and will file your claims and provide any necessary information to your insurance company.
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At Heritage Urgent & Primary Care, your health and quality of life are important to us, and we are committed to providing the care you need when you need it. To make our services as accessible and convenient as possible, we offer weekend and extended hours, walk-in availability, and 24-hour phone coverage for established Primary Care patients. We also make every effort to see walk-in Urgent Care patients within 24 hours.
If you would like to learn more about our clinic, schedule an appointment, or find information about our ear infection treatment services, please refer to the office and contact information below. Whenever possible, we encourage patients to schedule appointments in advance. Walk-in patients are also encouraged to call ahead when possible.