Quick heart answers, on-site.
A 12-lead EKG can be performed and interpreted during your visit at Bay Urgent Care — no second appointment, no separate cardiology referral. Most urgent care clinics don't offer this. We do.
Heart attack warning signs? Severe chest pain, pain spreading to arm, jaw, or back, sudden shortness of breath, sweating, severe dizziness, fluttering or racing in your chest, or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately. Do not drive yourself.
Common reasons patients get an EKG.
If you're experiencing one of these and you're not sure whether to come in — call us. We'll help you figure out the right next step.
Chest Discomfort
Pressure, tightness, aching, or unfamiliar discomfort in your chest — even if it comes and goes. An EKG helps us evaluate what's happening and decide if more workup is needed.
Palpitations & Fluttering
A racing, fluttering, pounding, or skipping sensation in your chest. Most palpitations are harmless, but an EKG can confirm whether the rhythm needs attention.
Dizziness or Lightheadedness
Sudden lightheadedness, especially when standing or with exertion, can sometimes point to a heart rhythm issue. An EKG is part of a thorough workup.
Unusual Fatigue
Feeling unusually tired, especially with activity that didn't tire you before. Heart issues can present as fatigue long before more obvious symptoms appear.
Shortness of Breath
Getting winded with activities that didn't used to wind you, or feeling short of breath at rest. An EKG helps us tell apart heart-related and lung-related causes.
Pre-Physical Screening
Some sports physicals, pre-surgical clearances, and routine cardiac screenings need a baseline EKG. We can do it at the same visit as your physical.
If your symptoms are severe or sudden: crushing chest pain, pain spreading to arm or jaw, sudden severe shortness of breath, fainting, or loss of consciousness — call 911. Do not drive yourself, and do not wait to be seen.
A 12-lead EKG takes about five minutes.
It's quick, painless, and non-invasive — no needles, no medication, no special preparation. Here's what happens.
Walk in & check in
Stop by 624 Charlevoix Avenue during open hours. Bring your insurance card and ID. Mention that you're concerned about your heart or that you need an EKG so we can prioritize getting you back quickly.
Typical Time
5–10 minutes
Brief evaluation & EKG
A provider asks about your symptoms and medical history. If an EKG is appropriate, our staff places small adhesive electrodes on your chest, arms, and legs. The recording itself takes about 30 seconds.
Typical Time
10–15 minutes
Results & next steps
Your provider reviews the EKG with you during your visit. If it's normal, that's reassuring. If something needs further evaluation, we'll explain why and coordinate the right next step — whether that's a cardiology referral, additional testing, or close follow-up.
Typical Time
10–15 minutes
Good to know
- No fasting or special prep required
- The test itself is painless
- No needles, no radiation
- You stay fully clothed below the chest
- Bring a list of current medications
- Bring your insurance card and ID
Three ways to get an EKG. Only one of them is fast.
If your symptoms aren't life-threatening but you want answers today, here's what your options look like.
Walk in. EKG today.
Wait Time
Most patients seen in under 30 min
Cost
A fraction of an ER visit
Reviewed By
Your provider, during your visit
Triage. Wait. Wait again.
Wait Time
Often 2+ hours for non-critical care
Cost
10x the cost of urgent care
Reviewed By
A provider you may not see again
Schedule. Wait weeks.
Wait Time
Often 2–6 weeks for new patients
Cost
Specialist copays plus testing
Reviewed By
A cardiologist you've never met
If something feels off, get it checked.
An EKG takes about five minutes and gives your provider real information to work with. It's the right first step when you're not sure what's going on — without the wait of cardiology or the cost of the ER.