Your Local Veteran Walk-In Clinic in Battle Creek

If you are a veteran, active duty service member, Guard/Reserve member, or military family, you deserve fast, respectful care close to home.

East Columbia Urgent Care & Ortho (ECUC) provides veteran-friendly urgent care in Battle Creek just minutes from the Battle Creek VA and Fort Custer. Our clinic is locally owned, physician-led, and focused on providing prompt, practical care when you need it most.

📍 1250 E Columbia Ave, Battle Creek, MI
🕒 Open Today — Walk-In Anytime
💻 Telehealth and Online Scheduling: https://ecucoscheduling.as.me/

Veterans Urgent Care in Battle Creek, MI

East Columbia Urgent Care provides care near Battle Creek VA Medical Center, Fort Custer
SCHEDULE A TELEHEALTH VISIT
Call Us Now
Get Directions

A Local Urgent Care Option for Veterans & Military Families

We understand that VA clinics and military systems can be busy, and sometimes you need care today, not weeks from now. ECUC is here as a nearby, walk-in option for non-emergency concerns such as:

We are comfortable working with veterans who have chronic conditions, prior injuries, or service-connected issues and will always respect your service and your time.

Walk-In X-Rays & Same-Day Imaging

Walk-In X-Rays & Same-Day Imaging

Many urgent cares do not offer X-rays on site. ECUC has a full X-ray suite, which means you can be evaluated and imaged in one visit.

We provide X-rays for:

  • Ankle, knee, foot, wrist, hand, and elbow injuries

  • Shoulder and clavicle injuries

  • Rib and chest pain

  • Back and neck pain

  • Possible fractures after falls, rucks, range days, or PT

Your images are reviewed during your visit and discussed with you so you leave with answers and a plan.

VA Community Care & Referrals

VA Community Care & Referrals

We are happy to work with the VA Community Care program when referrals or authorizations are available.

  • If you are a veteran enrolled in VA care, you can ask your VA provider or Community Care office whether a visit to ECUC can be authorized through Community Care (TriWest).

  • Bring any paperwork, authorizations, or documentation you have.

  • If you do not have an authorization, you can still be seen as a self-pay or standard insurance patient; we will provide copies of your records you can share with your VA team.

Our goal is to complement the care you receive at the VA, not replace it.

For those training or working at Fort Custer Training Center, ECUC offers:

  • Fast evaluation of training injuries

  • Same-day X-rays for suspected fractures

  • Care for ankle/knee/shoulder injuries

  • Laceration repair and wound care

  • Work and duty notes, when appropriate

We are located a short drive from Fort Custer and are available when base resources are limited or closed.

Convenient for Fort Custer Personnel

Telehealth Visits for Veterans

If getting out of the house is difficult due to mobility, transportation, weather, or pain, many concerns can be addressed through telehealth.

Through our online scheduling, you can book a virtual urgent care visit for:

  • Cold and flu symptoms

  • Medication questions

  • Rashes (with video/photo)

  • Mild infections

  • Work or school notes

  • Follow-up on recent visits

If an in-person visit or X-ray is needed, we’ll help transition you into the clinic the same day when possible.

Respectful, Trauma-Informed Care

We recognize that many veterans live with PTSD, chronic pain, moral injury, and complex medical histories. Our team aims to:

  • Explain every step of the visit clearly

  • Minimize surprises and unnecessary procedures

  • Use a calm, direct communication style

  • Allow a support person in the room whenever possible

  • Provide clear, written follow-up instructions

You will be treated with respect and appreciation for your service, regardless of branch, era, or discharge status.

What to Bring

To make your visit smoother, please bring:

  • A photo ID (VA card, driver’s license, or military ID)

  • Insurance information, if applicable

  • Any VA paperwork or referral information you have

  • A current medication list

  • Information about any service-connected conditions we should know about

If you are unsure whether your visit can be covered through VA Community Care, we can still see you and provide documentation for you to share with your VA team.

When to Choose ECUC vs. the ER

Come to ECUC for:

  • Fevers, coughs, and flu-like illness

  • Ear, nose, and throat infections

  • Sprains, strains, and possible fractures

  • Minor lacerations and wound care

  • Mild to moderate pain

  • Work or training injuries that are not limb- or life-threatening

Go to the ER or call 911 for:

  • Chest pain or pressure

  • Severe shortness of breath

  • Signs of stroke (face drooping, weakness, speech difficulty)

  • Severe head injury or loss of consciousness

  • Heavy or uncontrolled bleeding

  • Major trauma

If you’re not sure, you can call us and we can help you decide the safest option.

Proud to Serve Those Who Have Served

Our team is proud to care for the veterans and military families who make Battle Creek and Fort Custer their home.

Whether you are:

  • A veteran getting care at the Battle Creek VA

  • A Guard or Reserve member training at Fort Custer

  • A military family living in the area

…ECUC is here as a reliable, nearby urgent care option when you need help quickly.

Walk In or Schedule Today

🚶 Walk-In Urgent Care for Veterans

East Columbia Urgent Care & Ortho
1250 E Columbia Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49014

🗓 Schedule an In-Person or Telehealth Visit

https://ecucoscheduling.as.me/

📞 Questions?

Call 269-883-6052

FAQ: Veterans Urgent Care Near Me

  • Yes. If you are enrolled in VA healthcare, you may be eligible for VA Community Care authorization to be seen at East Columbia Urgent Care & Ortho. Veterans can request authorization through their VA provider or Community Care office. Bring any documents or approval numbers if you have them.

  • Yes. Veterans may still receive care as standard insurance or self-pay patients. You will receive documentation you can share with your VA team.

  • Yes. ECUC provides walk-in urgent care for illness, injury, X-rays, and testing. No appointment is required, and veterans are welcome any time during our open hours.

  • Yes. We provide same-day, walk-in X-ray imaging for suspected fractures, joint pain, chest concerns, rib injuries, and more. Results are reviewed during your visit.

  • We are just a short drive away, located at 1250 E Columbia Ave. Many veterans with urgent needs find ECUC to be a convenient alternative when the VA clinic cannot offer same-day appointments.

  • Yes. Our providers are experienced in treating both acute and chronic issues, including injuries or conditions related to military service. We will provide documentation you can bring to your VA team.

  • Yes. Telehealth visits are available for many concerns including cold/flu symptoms, rashes, pink eye, medication needs, follow-ups, and work notes. Schedule online at https://ecucoscheduling.as.me/.

  • Bring:

    • Photo ID (VA card, license, or military ID)

    • Any VA referral or Community Care paperwork

    • Insurance info (if applicable)

    • Medication list

    • Information about any service-connected conditions

  • Yes. We can provide:

    • Visit summaries

    • Injury assessments

    • Duty recommendations

    • Return-to-work or return-to-training notes

Visit Us Today

Schedule an visit online
Directions

Walk In or Schedule for a Pediatric Appointment Today

Fast, friendly, pediatric walk-in medical care — right when you need it.

East Columbia Urgent Care
1250 E Columbia Ave, Suite B
Battle Creek, MI

📞 (269) 883-6052
🚗 Located in the heart of Battle Creek with easy parking.