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You choose where you get non-emergency care. Knowing where to go for the care you need can save you time and money. Plus, when you visit in-network providers, you may pay less.If you%u2019re not having a medical emergency, use these places instead of the emergency room.Urgent Care CenterGo to an urgent care center when it%u2019s not an emergency, but you still need care right away. They have convenient hours, cost less than an emergency room and can treat things like:%u2022 cuts that need stitches%u2022 minor burns%u2022 minor illnesses%u2022 sprains$$Emergency RoomFor emergencies, call 911 or go to your nearest ER for:%u2022 broken bones%u2022 chest pain%u2022 heart attack%u2022 heavy bleeding%u2022 sudden or severe pain%u2022 trouble breathing$$When you use the ER for true emergencies, you help keep your out-of-pocket costs lower. If you%u2019re having a life-threatening or disabling health problem, you should go to the nearest ER or call 911.Your PCP $Schedule an appointment for:%u2022 annual wellness visits (no added cost)%u2022 routine screenings (no added cost)%u2022 minor injuries and illnessesRetail Health Clinic $When you can%u2019t go to your PCP, walk-in clinics available in many retail stores are a lower-cost choice for treatment. Many stores have a physician assistant or nurse practitioner who can help treat: %u2022 allergies and cold%u2022 ear infections%u2022 minor cuts and scrapes%u2022 rashesTRS Virtual Health $Board certified doctors through Teladoc and RediMD are a convenient choice for care 24 hours a day, seven days a week from your computer, tablet or phone. They can treat many conditions, including:%u2022 allergies %u2022 asthma%u2022 fever, colds and flu%u2022 rashesKNOW WHERE TO GO FOR CARE48 www.bcbstx.com/trsactivecare