Do I need to contact Priority Partners before going to the emergency room?

No. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or go the emergency room. After, call your primary care doctor within 24 hours to let him or her know about the emergency. However, if you have a problem after normal business hours that is not a medical emergency, you can receive services at an urgent care center. Directions on how to find a center are provided in the “Where can I find an urgent care center?” question below.