Coronavirus: PhysicianOne Drive-Up Testing Returns To Medford

MEDFORD, MA — PhysicianOne Urgent Care is making drive-up coronavirus testing available at all of its Massachusetts, Connecticut and New York locations seven days a week. The site was previously available in Medford Saturday, April 4, and PhysicianOne said it planned to return if more test kits became available.

Patients with symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, loss of taste/smell or shortness of breath can get pre-screened online via a contactless Virtual Visit to qualify them for a reservation for a quick drive-up test at the nearest PhysicianOne Urgent Care location.

"Everyone is affected by COVID-19 and it’s understandable that people are anxious. We are now able to offer expert personalized medical advice and private COVID-19 testing in local communities," Dr. Jeannie Kenkare, Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of PhysicianOne Urgent Care, said in a statement. "Although people are sick and having symptoms, they do not seem to be seeking care and advice for managing their symptoms or seeking testing options. It is critical that people with symptoms check in with a medical expert for personalized advice regarding their care and to understand the facts about testing. More than 50 percent of symptomatic patients now qualify for testing and the results of the test will help us understand this disease and will be important for the ongoing management of our patients’ health."

To reserve a drive-up test, schedule a pre-screening Virtual Visit at www.P1UC.com and click the "check in online" option. During the Virtual Visit, a PhysicianOne Urgent Care provider will assess patient concerns and symptoms, answer questions, and recommend next steps the patient should take.

If a patient needs to be tested, a reservation for drive-up testing will be made at one of PhysicianOne Urgent Care's 23 locations across Massachusetts, Connecticut or New York. If further medical evaluation is needed, an urgent private appointment will be scheduled with a medical expert.

PhysicianOne has four locations in Massachusetts, including one in Medford.