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Mon - Fri : 9 AM - 8 PM || Sat & Sun : 10 AM - 6 PM
Walk-Ins accomodated based on availability
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205 E. Medical Center Blvd. Webster, TX
Call: (832) 215-8884
Sore Throat and Strep Testing in Webster, TX
A sore throat can be a simple virus or strep throat, and you cannot tell by looking. We run a rapid strep test onsite, have results during your visit and start the right treatment the same day. Kids and adults welcome.
By Appointment : Mon to Fri : 9 AM to 8 PM || Sat & Sun : 10 AM to 6 PM
Walk-Ins accommodated based on availability.
Strep Throat or Just a Sore Throat?
Only a test can confirm strep, but these clues help:
More Likely Strep
- Sore throat that starts suddenly
- Fever and pain when swallowing
- Red, swollen tonsils, sometimes with white patches
- Tiny red spots on the roof of the mouth
- Swollen glands in the neck
- Headache, stomach ache or vomiting in kids
Strep is most common in kids 5 to 15.
More Likely a Virus
- Cough
- Runny nose
- Hoarse voice
- Pink eye
- Mouth sores
Viral sore throats do not get better with antibiotics, so testing saves you from medicine you do not need.
What Happens at Your Visit
- A quick throat swab for a rapid strep test, with results in minutes.
- For kids and teens, a negative rapid test may be double checked with a throat culture, because rapid tests can miss some cases.
- Flu and COVID testing in the same visit when fever and body aches point that way.
- If it is strep, you leave with antibiotics, usually for 10 days, plus tips that actually help the pain.
- If it is a virus, you get comfort care that works and clear signs to watch for.
Back to school or daycare: with strep, kids should stay home until they have no fever and have been on antibiotics for at least 12 to 24 hours. Check your school's policy, and we will give you a note if you need one.
Want the full picture? Read How Long Does Strep Throat Last? A Pediatrician Explains.
When a Sore Throat Is an Emergency
Go to the ER or call 911 if you or your child:
- Has trouble breathing
- Is drooling or cannot swallow saliva
- Has a muffled voice and cannot open the mouth fully
- Has a stiff neck or cannot move the head normally
- Shows signs of dehydration, like no pee in 8 hours or no tears when crying
Insurance Accepted
We make it easy to use your benefits. PediSTAT Urgent Care is in network with:
Not sure if your plan is covered? Call (832) 215-8884 and we'll verify your child's benefits before the visit.
Hours & Location
205 E Medical Center Blvd, Webster, TX 77598
| Monday to Friday | 9:00am to 8:00pm |
| Saturday | 10:00am to 6:00pm |
| Sunday | 10:00am to 6:00pm |
By Appointment : Mon to Fri : 9 AM to 8 PM || Sat & Sun : 10 AM to 6 PM. Walk-Ins accommodated based on availability.
All hours Central Time. Flexible after-hours and weekend hours convenient for busy families. Walk-ins welcome, and booking online means an even shorter wait.
Schedule AppointmentStrep Test FAQs
How fast are rapid strep test results?
Results are ready within minutes, during your visit, so treatment can start the same day.
How much does a strep test cost?
With insurance, it depends on your plan. For self-pay patients, rapid strep, flu and COVID tests are $25 each, added to the visit. See our Prices page for current pricing.
Can adults get a strep test?
Yes. We test and treat kids, teens and adults, so parents with a sore throat can be seen in the same trip.
How long is strep contagious?
Strep spreads through coughs, sneezes and shared cups. People are much less contagious once they have been on antibiotics for at least 12 to 24 hours and have no fever.
Do I need an appointment?
Booking online gets you the shortest wait. Walk-ins are accommodated based on availability, and you can always call (832) 215-8884.
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Medical Director
Dr. Ragini Miryala
Pediatrician in Webster, Texas with more than 20 years in practice. Medical degree from University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine. Affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake and St. Joseph Medical Center-Houston.
Sore Throat? Find Out If It Is Strep Today
Book a same-day visit online or call us. A quick swab, results in minutes and the right treatment before you leave.
This page is general health information and does not replace a visit with a medical provider. In an emergency, call 911.
PediSTAT Urgent Care is here for your child’s healthcare needs when most pediatrician’s offices are closed. We have the benefit of onsite lab and x-ray without the hassle and cost of an emergency room visit.