SIHF Healthcare
Urgent Care • East Saint Louis, IL • Since 1985 • Multiple locations in East St. Louis area including Cahokia Heights and InstaCare locations
About
SIHF Healthcare in East Saint Louis - What it is: A nonprofit health care provider operating within SIHF Healthcare, with services across primary care and specialty areas. - Network presence: Part of SIHF Healthcare, with locations in the United States (4 offices). East Saint Louis area is associated with SIHF’s Sauget, Illinois headquarters and services footprint in the region. - Services likely relevant to East St. Louis area: family medicine, pediatric care, behavioral health, dental care, OB/GYN, cardiology, ENT, HIV services, maternal/infant programs, and community health initiatives (e.g., Healthy Start, Lifelong health programs). - Key details: Founded in 1985; headquarters in Sauget, IL; employs about 156 people; annual revenue around $16.8M; presence includes East St. Louis as part of its service region. If you’re looking for specific East St.
Clinic Type
Urgent Care
Address
Cahokia Heights, 100 North 8th Street Suite 232, East St. Louis, IL 62201; East St. Louis - 8th Street, 100 North 8th Street, East St. Louis, IL 62201; SIHF InstaCare, 2001 State Street, East St. Louis, IL 62205
Phone
Main: 618.337.2597 (Cahokia Heights)
Managerbpatrick@sihf.org
Opening Hours
Monday through Friday | 8:30am - 5:00pm (East St. Louis - Cahokia Heights and 8th Street) ; SIHF InstaCare hours: Monday through Friday 10:00am - 8:00pm; Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm; Sunday 12:00pm - 5:00pm; East St. Louis site also notes various hours by location (8:30am - 5:00pm; 8:30am - 4:00pm Fri etc.)
Emergency Care
Call 9-1-1 for emergencies
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
Not specified on page
SmartPay financing (financial assistance), Accepts insurance
Languages Spoken
FAQs
What are the hours for the East St. Louis – 8th Street location?
Monday through Friday | 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
What is the main phone number for the East St. Louis – 8th Street location?
Main: 618.271.9191 (as listed for 2001 State Street East St. Louis) or 618.337.2597 (Main: East St. Louis – 8th Street location)
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- HelpConnectUsa: 4.7/5 (353)
- Wheree: 8.6/10 (not explicitly stated)
Patients praise
- attentive and caring doctors with good bedside manner
- staff that listens to patient needs and concerns
- thorough communication and explanations of health conditions
- supportive and welcoming environment
Common complaints
- billing concerns regarding payment policies and sliding fee programs
"Dr. Albarcha has amazing bed side manner. He actually listens and responds to what is best for me, his patient."
— LocalityBiz"Dr. Magner is a great doctor who cares for you! He makes sure your needs are met and referrals are sent out."
— LocalityBizSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- SIHF plans new hospital to replace Touchette in Cahokia Heights | Belleville News-Democrat — Feb 25, 2026
- SIHF Healthcare proposes $231 million replacement of Cahokia Heights’ Touchette Regional Hospital | Health News Illinois — Mar 16, 2026
- Plans being finalized for new $231 million Touchette Regional Hospital in Cahokia Heights | ksdk.com — Mar 20, 2026
- SIHF Healthcare Breaks Ground on Phase 2 of Vivian’s Village in Cahokia Heights, Advancing Its Vision for Healthier Communities | RiverBender.com — Nov 11, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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