Sick Visits in Kalispell

Nasal congestion, a sore throat, or an unusual rash are all reasons to schedule a sick visit to find out what’s wrong. At her neighborhood clinic, On the Move Medical Clinic, in Kalispell, Montana, Karen Battenberg, APRN, FNP-C, provides sick visits to children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, with accurate testing and effective treatment recommendations. Call the office or schedule an in-office or telehealth appointment online today.

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What are sick visits?

A sick visit is an appointment you book when you’re not feeling well. If you or a family member experience new symptoms or unusual health developments, a sick visit offers insight into what’s happening and provides treatment recommendations.

Sick visits can result in finding and treating the flu, Covid-19, urinary tract infections (UTIs), strep throat, and other common acute illnesses.

On the Move Medical Clinic offers sick visits in person and remotely using telehealth. Karen evaluates your symptoms, asking detailed questions about their intensity and when they started. She can then recommend effective treatment using the information you give her with possible additional tests.

Which issues can sick visits address?

A sick visit at On the Move Medical Clinic evaluates new and unusual symptoms that affect you. Without a proper evaluation, you might not know what you have or how to manage it. You should schedule a sick visit when you experience symptoms such as:

  • Coughing
  • Congestion
  • Earache
  • Sore throat
  • Headache
  • Rash
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation
  • Painful urination
  • Fatigue

Even if your diagnosis doesn’t have a cure, Karen offers helpful advice to alleviate your symptoms and keep you comfortable as you recover. She might also advise you to stay home to avoid transmitting your illness if it’s contagious.

What happens during a sick visit?

During your sick visit at On the Move Medical Clinic, Karen asks questions about your current symptoms. She might also refer to your medical history for possible insight into their causes.

In many cases, an acute illness evaluation requires more than a simple visual exam. You might need additional tests to find out what’s going on. As long as your sick visit is in person, you can get necessary tests, such as:

  • Rapid strep test
  • Covid-19 test
  • Sexually transmitted disease (STD) tests
  • Complete blood count
  • Urinalysis

Karen informs you of your test results as soon as they’re available, which may be the same day or a few days later. If there are remaining questions after detailed testing during a sick visit, Karen may refer you to a specialist for additional care.

If someone in your household isn’t feeling well, call On the Move Medical Clinic or schedule your sick visit online today.

Your Kalispell Primary Care Physician

On the Move Medical Clinic is located at 248 3rd Ave E in Kalispell, MT. Call us at to schedule your appointment with our friendly staff or schedule your appointment online here.