Dispatch Health Urgent Care
Receive ER-quality care at home
Not every emergency needs an emergency room. DispatchHealth, a partner service of Five Star Senior Living, brings acute care for urgent medical needs to your door.
Faster, cheaper, more comfortable and more convenient
A respiratory issue, a urinary tract infection, a bad fall—these and other health emergencies are serious concerns. But a trip to a crowded ER can make things even worse. DispatchHealth brings experienced medical professionals directly to you to perform a wide range of healthcare services, from prescribing medication to suturing a wound. Think of it as a house call but with the advantages 21st-century technology.
An entire team dedicated to your immediate needs
When a Five Star resident requests help, DispatchHealth sends a team within hours. You’ll be treated by two medical professionals: a physician assistant or nurse practitioner, and a DispatchHealth Medical Technician (DHMT). A physician trained in emergency medicine is also available at all times by phone.
Our services
DispatchHealth covers a wide range of conditions and symptoms, including heart and lung issues, muscle aches and pains, bone breaks and sprains, bed sores and pressure ulcers, gastrointestinal problems, migraines, and infections, including COVID-19. Our teams can also offer support for patients with Alzheimer’s, social phobias and much more.
Covered by most insurance, including Medicare
Dispatch Health accepts most insurance, including Medicare and Medicare Advantage. We handle all the details: We call in any prescriptions you need, update your doctor, and handle billing with your insurance company.
24/7, 365 days a year
Dispatch Health is available every day of the year, meaning you can live your life free from worry knowing that expert emergency care is always close at hand. It’s one more reason Five Star allows truly stress-free living. Follow the link below to search for Five Star communities near you.