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Drainage of Abscess – UrgentCare2Go®

Private In-Home Abscess Care & Drainage

UrgentCare2Go® provides confidential, in-home abscess drainage for infected skin lesions or soft tissue infections. Our mobile providers assess the abscess, provide safe incision and drainage, and offer guidance on wound care and infection prevention—all from the comfort of your home.

We accept most major insurance plans

What Is Abscess Drainage?

Abscess drainage is a procedure to remove pus and relieve pressure from infected skin or soft tissue. Timely drainage reduces pain, prevents infection spread, and promotes healing.

What We Review During Your Visit:
  • Location, size, and severity of the abscess
  • Signs of systemic infection
  • Personal medical history and allergies
  • Safe incision and drainage techniques
  • Wound care and infection prevention instructions
  • Follow-up recommendations if needed

Why Prompt Abscess Treatment Matters

In-home abscess drainage provides fast relief and prevents infection spread. UrgentCare2Go® helps patients:

  • Relieve pain and pressure from infected areas
  • Prevent complications and spreading infections
  • Receive professional wound care guidance
  • Follow up for full recovery and monitoring

How to Prepare for Your UrgentCare2Go

Create a Clean and Comfortable Environment:

  • Ensure the area for your UrgentCare2Go service is clean and has sufficient space for our equipment and staff to move around comfortably
  • Please ensure you are ready at the scheduled appointment time

Secure All Pets in an Enclosed Area:

  • Of course, we love pets! However, for the safety and comfort of everyone, please ensure all pets are secured in a separate, enclosed space during the visit

We Accept All Major Insurances

At UrgentCare2Go®, we accept most major insurance plans including Medicare and Texas Medicaid using our billing company DK Physicians PLLC.

Providers

Meet Our Medical Staff

UrgentCare2Go® provides comprehensive healthcare services for every member of your family, from the youngest to the oldest.
Our dedicated team includes Board Certified Family Medicine physicians and Physician Assistants

Serving You Wherever You Are

We are currently providing services in Austin, Brownwood, Dallas-Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston and San Antonio, with plans to expand rapidly. Stay tuned for updates as we add more locations. Have questions? Reach out to us below.

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What Everyone is Saying…

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Kellie G
2022-10-02
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Great care, came at scheduled time, Alexis was super friendly and very helpful.

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Jb Barnwell
2022-10-02
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Jackie was Awesome!!! This service that’s offered is amazing and so helpful. I love that we didn’t have to leave the house!

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Fatima Khan
2022-10-02
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Great service 👏 👍

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Slay with Dae
2022-10-02
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My husband was seen and It was a great experience!! Nurse Jackie was great so polite and respectful. Thank you so much. I recommend UrgentCare2go!!

Testimonial from Brittney Garcia
Brittney Garcia
2022-10-01
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This service is absolutely amazing! Chris was our MA. He is an absolute asset to the URGENTCARE2GO team! He was kind, caring, and gentle with my little guy who was not feeling well. I will absolutely be using this service if needed in the future and recommending to our friends in the area.

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Elaine Duarte
2022-10-01
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Great service!!! Salvador was amazing!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

UrgentCare2Go

What is an abscess?

An abscess is a localized collection of pus caused by infection under the skin or in soft tissue.

When should I seek drainage?

Drainage is needed if the abscess is painful, swollen, red, warm, or accompanied by fever or spreading infection.

Is the drainage procedure safe?

Yes, performed under sterile conditions either at home (U) or in clinic (K) with minimal risk.

Will I need antibiotics?

Antibiotics may be prescribed depending on severity, location, or underlying health conditions.

Is it covered by insurance?

Most major insurance plans cover abscess evaluation and drainage procedures.

Can children receive this treatment?

Yes, both pediatric and adult patients can safely undergo abscess drainage.

How long does recovery take?

Recovery varies, but following wound care instructions generally ensures healing within 1–2 weeks.

Can mobile providers perform drainage at home?

UrgentCare2Go mobile providers can perform in-home abscess drainage for certain cases, depending on size and severity.

What should I do after drainage?

Follow wound care instructions, keep the area clean, monitor for infection signs, and attend follow-up if advised.

Do I need a follow-up appointment?

Yes, follow-up ensures proper healing and identifies any recurrent or residual infection.