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I was highly impressed, the gentleman behind the booth was extremely helpful. I wasn't prepared and he was very patient with me and assisted me with filling out my registration form. I was so grateful, cause I was not feeling well. Excellent Job!

The two technicians standing outside under the tent are amazing! I had a virtual intake with a medical provider that was quick. Booking an appointment is also quick and i received my negative Covid results within 15 minutes via email and text. I recommend Premium Health in Santa Ana medical facility highly.

Was a bit nervous with online reservations but it was well explained and easy to navigate. Once arrived to appointment, it was less than 5 min. Quick and efficient and medical staff was friendly and courteous. Highly recommend!

I made my appointment through the app. & showed up a few minutes before my 6 p.m. Friday appointment, but no one was there. Some people who work in one of the nearby buildings told me that they usually close up their tent @ 5. Kindly update your website so that no one else has the same inconvenience.

This process was super easy. I don't need to be afraid of getting covid from anyone testing. It's and opened location, not a room full of sick people. Loved it! I will definitely take this route and recommend others to do so.

I've been to various locations, and they were all easy to navigate and efficient. Results were sent in a timely manner. This is my go-to facility that does not charge if you have insurance. I was able to get a rapid PCR test, not just a rapid antigen.

After I called because I was hopelessly lost, the lady on the phone talked me through finding the location. I was losing it, and she was very nice to me. The young man who did the swab was very patient and nice as well.

This place is great! Just make sure you have an appointment it's easy to do online. If you don't have an appointment, there will be a waiting time because this place gets super busy. My visit was quick and simple. The technician was very friendly and I was in and out in less than 10 minutes. Thank you and great job. The only issue right now is the road construction. When you go north on Armstrong after Herndon take the first driveway in because the second one is blocked

This should never happen. My experiences at this location have been great and usually, my husband has great feedback as well. Earlier this week when he went in for labs, the man who did the blood draw absolutely demolished my husband's arm. He dug around after the needle was inserted and then the majority of the bruising was from him digging in the tube and pushing his entire hand and arm into my husband's arm to hold the receptacle steady, I guess? My husband is not a complainer but when I know how good their staff is and this occurs, attention needs to be paid.

The ability to make an appointment online for a lab draw has been very convenient, as most Quest facilities can be quite busy. The staff continue to be very skilled, friendly, and knowledgeable.

The staff at this Quest facility continues to be the best! My phlebotomist was Monica (?). She was very kind, putting me at ease. And so gentle, I had no idea that she was already filling the vials. I keep my eyes closed because I hate seeing needles or blood. Monica made it quick and painless.

Marisa is very professional and consistently does an excellent job. I specifically request her and am always willing to wait. Knowing she never misses a blood draw makes the visit much less stressful. Thank you.

Quest is like a well oiled machine. They have improved significantly over the past 10 years in all areas and made getting lab work done, the easiest thing. The employees have always been just the best! Well done Quest!

My goto lab that I have and will continue to use. Electronic appointments are simple and super convenient as is the check in on your phone. Very convenient. Staff is almost always on time so you're in and out quickly. Staff is always professional, courteous, and friendly.

Got here signed up and got my blood drawn in few minutes. Staff always been nice and accomodating. This is my favorite location.

Today's visit was ok. I went to the panama location and it was packed. So I go to brimhall location and also packed. Almost an hour late by at least the phlebo had an easy touch when drawing my blood. Shout out to you Bri!

Staff is wonderfully polite but I don't know if it's that they are disorganized or what but, for the second time they have lost my orders. Now I'm forced to wait until my Dr opens to resend so I can get my fasting labs done! I won't be back.

This used to be my favorite lab But I came in and moved my chair to b more comfortable and the girl at the window asked me to move it back after asking my name? I said why cause they are set up weird and she says we don't go into places and move furniture around. I thought she was Very Rude. We will see how the rest goes…..well the rest went smoothly and painfree. I will continue to come here.

Came in for my 3rd time today and got seen in minutes. I’m usually someone who hates needles so I’m glad labs are usually an in-and-out process. But today’s staff member who took my labs (Lacey) was very empathetic and made the process more welcoming; as well as made my embarrassing fear for needles much less fearful. Not that my previous visits were unsatisfactory, but it felt very dull/rushed during those times. Glad today came with a much more comfortable dialogue and an overall good atmosphere.

Having an appointment ahead of time really streamlines the system. Normally the wait is reasonable. The staff is efficient….. but currently absorbing the change in ownership to Labcorp which rocks the boat a little. Now they ask for credit card up front which is new and UNDESIRABLE since insurance will pay. I always use this lab and location….,,,, that sums up my review.

This place did an amazing job and I was there less than 20 mins.

Very very cold but had very nice people work there. Vanessa was spot on .thank you Vanessa.

June 27, 2024 around 10:30am I went in to check in by using their monitor thing that they have. I was right away called to the window to turn in the paper work and I did. I let them know that my son(he was the one getting blood drawn) is Autistic and that he would need to be restraint, the receptionist said that they didn't have anything to restraint him with. I told her that my husband would be the one holding him and that I was just letting them know ahead of time. My husband and son were called in right away. It was a mess they were in no way prepared to handle a situation like that even when my husband told them how to hold his arm because we've gone through this in the past. Long story short blood got on the face of one of the women there and they were only able to get a small amount of blood out of my son. I 1000% don't recommend this place at all and we will never be back again. Ps. Learn how to handle situations involving Autistic Individuals and know that not everyone wants to be spoken too. Sometimes talking to an Autistic child makes things worse. Also, listen to the child's parents when they say something to make your job easier!

The staff is friendly and have a very gentle touch when drawing blood. They make you feel at ease and relaxed so if your afraid of needles they are very calming. I had no waiting time so it was a quick in and out visit.

There is one young woman who saved this rating from getting ½ star. If I find out her name, I'll update the review. I'm here every 4 weeks with time-sensitive specimens, and the employees are short with me, not very helpful and have no sense or urgency. The young woman is always friendly, she greets me, smiles and hurries because she understands. She practices great customer service. Maybe her co-workers should observe her and take notes.

All I can say is WOW! This location strives to have it's customers attended to within a few minutes. 9 minutes is the average for the day!! Impressive! Would not have believed that number if I hadn't experienced it myself. To all the staff there BRAVO!!

I had some lab orders from my physician which had to be completed by the end of the month, happened to see the Westec (PAL) while at a MD appt. I traveled over & this place was crowded! They move very quickly & the room just totally emptied out in a very short time! Efficient & actually painless!

It takes a bit of time for the paperwork/verifications that must be done. You sign in now like you do at USC so that is nice and faster. Staff is always pleasant when I have to go.

People paced in like sardines. The website is difficult to use. Quest excellent at billing the customer. The tec will refuse to serve you until you pay regardless if the bill is accurate. This is a work around of CA state law.

Quail Diagnostic Labs has been consistently excellent. Scheduling is easy and they always have appointments available when I need them. I’m usually in and out quickly, which I really appreciate. The staff is friendly, professional, and efficient every time I visit. One of the biggest benefits for me is being able to access my previous lab results and compare them, so I can clearly track my progress and know where I stand. Overall, a reliable and well-run lab that makes the whole process smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend.

Bianca, the phlebotomist at Merced "G" Street Quest, was very professional, nice, and such a pleasant young lady. When Bianca drew my blood, I never felt the "poke" of the needle and my arm shows no indication that I had blood drawn. She is the first phlebotomist, ever, to leave no bruising or redness. Quest Diagnostics is very fortunate to have such a great employee!

I'm not completely sold on the idea of everything moving towards the digital age and away from customer service; but this is one place where I am totally on-board with it. Check in was quick and easy; and once behind the doors, the facility focuses on the patient and the procedure. I was in an out and had my results in my hand the next day.

Worst quest exp serene ever. If there were better options in Merced, I would try them! Lab tech gave me wrong urine collection receptacles and I had to repeat 2 24 hr collections! Told me to bring them back to drop off but didn’t tell me I had to make an appt to do so. There is no person at the desk to discuss concerns with upon arrival. When I went back again to deliver new spec containers, with an appt, there was over an hour wait. I had to leave to work! Sent my spouse back with them but even with an appt there was over an hour wait! And he couldn’t stay cause he had a meeting scheduled! I called Quest to file a complaint and was told someone would call me back but no one has! What is going on with the Merced G St lab? Worst service I’ve ever experienced of any kind of business ever! The plebes have been good but need better training for new horses and need a better organized place to work!!!!

This is the first time I’ve been to this location since they’ve renovated and moved everything downstairs. The last time was years ago for an employer. They have a self check in with the kiosk and you need a QR code. Once you check in there you just have a seat in the lobby and wait for them to call you. Once I checked in, I waited about five minutes in the lobby was fairly full, but they seem to have a good system down with no long waiting.

Good for appointments and getting blood work done, horrible for anyone who can't set up appointments. Actively ignoring because they're constantly behind. Staff is friendly mostly but no urgency to getting anything done. It's an okay place but horrible for those wwho can't set up appointments for themselves or others.

WHAT A PLEASANT EXPERIENCE. THE APPOINTMENT SYSTEM IS THE ONLY WAY TO GO. I ONLY HAD TO WAIT 5 MINUTES FOR MY NAME TO BE CALLED. ARTIE WAS BEYOND PLEASANT. SO BRIVHT AND CHEERY. I COULDN'T HAVE ASKED FOR ANYTHING BETTER

The service here is super slow, and the staff has no customer service skills. They will continue to take appts and ignore the walk ins. For example someone checked in for an appt at 7:20 it was 6:55 they could of at least taken one walk in that got here since 6:30 that’s the way it’s suppose to work. Here’s a thought if you don’t want to take walk ins then don’t advertise that you do. That’s what your business is based off. If you don’t have the staff then that’s a staffing issue fix it!

I logged on, picked my location, selected the appointment time for 1:20 and received a receipt with a QR Code which I printed to take with me. I also immediately received a text confiming my appointment. I checked my order (twice) and received confirmation that the order was associated with my 1:20 appointment. At 12:11 I received a text directing me that when I arrive I should click the link to check in. I arrived to the center and used the aforementioned link to check in at 1:15 and it told me I was all checked in and that I didn't need to use the kiosk and that all I need to do is sit down and await someone to call my name. I also recieved a text at the same time directing me to enter the center, have a seat, and that I would be called soon – adding that "No need to check in again when you get inside". I sat there for 20 minutes watching people walk in, check in at the kiosk, sit down and then be called within minutes so I decided to get the attention of one of the staff who came out to call someone else and explained my concern. I showed my texts and she asked me to wait while she checked. She came out looking very confused and said that she had no record of me having an appointment. I then pulled out the printout with the QR code and she dissappeared once more. She came back a couple of minutes later looking even more perplexed and said that again there was no record of me but that she would take me back since the printout clearly showed my appointment. So what should have been a 5 to 10 minute visit to go pee in a cup ended up beeing close to 45 minutes of utter frustration!

They are quick, polite and efficient. Keep in mind though that this is the busiest location in town. There have been a few occasions when I've been there and there aren't any seats available due to the sheer amount of people in the lobby.

Making an appointment is highly recommended. I arrived 5 minutes early, notified staff of my arrival via the check in process, and was called in right on schedule. I was out in 5 minutes

I would like to say thanks to the young lady who patiently helped everyone who needed help checking in. She was very pleasant and thoughtful. I always make my husband's appointment online so we are in and out in no time.

Before I even come here. I read the reviews and to be honest it is not what it seems coming from those bad reviews. I made an appointment at 12:00pm two days before I even go in. I got there early at 11:35am. Checked in with my information. Went and sat down. There’s a tv on the side of the building showing you where you are at in the waiting line. They do call you to the back close to your appointment. Called me in at 12:05pm. The girl who took my blood was super friendly. Very fast at drawing my blood. If you want a pleasant experience I highly recommend you make an appointment. I would not do "Walk-in" just because they have that option it means a person who has an appointment they get first priority over you. Unless no one shows up to their appointment then you’ll be able to take that time slot for walk in. If you want to wait hours for walk in then it is your choice. I gave you a warning. Make an "Appointment" Do not do Walk- In. Overall I’m satisfied with my visit. No complaints.

Tori and her staff have great customer services. As busy as they were, they took the time to listen and assist you. Great place to come do yoir blood work.

Booked an appointment online the night before and was an easy check-in through text message. Waited about 5 minutes to be called in and got lab done. Staff was friendly and thorough.

Came in as a walk in. I am glad this location is open Saturdays for people like myself that work all week. Elsa was very friendly. Great phlebotomist.

I’ve been using the Quest Diagnostics Lab on Maple Street in Fresno for the past 8 years. I’d like to acknowledge one of their employees, Indie. She is an absolute "Rock Star ". Treated me like she had known me forever. Very professional but also very personable & friendly. Made certain I was comfortable and performed her work in record time. Highly recommend Quest any day of the week!

I’ve been here dozens of times and the wait time is so short (less than 5 min) if you have an appointment. I definitely recommend making an appointment online beforehand. No need to show up early—just a minute or two before your scheduled appointment time.

Made an appointment on line with my phone a couple of weeks ago. They texted me about 6:30 to remind me of my appointment at 8. Told me to sign in with my phone when I get to Quest. Got there 10 min. early. The place was pretty packed. Signed in with one button on my phone. When I walked in I was at the top of the list to be called. Sat for 2min. I was call to the back, did my test was out in 10 min. Truly an awesome experience. Felt kind of bad for some of the others sitting and waiting.

The phlebotomist who helped me was ama Ing, she was gentle and talked me through. My anxiety was not affected one bit. She was awesome

terrible service, staff are having no knowledge about insurance that they Quest is in network with. They refused to do draw my blood until they charged my credit card. There was no bill sent to me, so my insurance denies to reimburse me. Horrible way of taking care of patients.

The short employee with long black hair was so rude. Told my mother "thanks for using my bathroom" after doing so by mistake. Will not be returning.

Staff needs to notify waiting patients that they will no longer be excepting patients instead of making them wait, letting them believe they will be seen. System should not allow new adds on to be made if staff cannot handle it.

If you are paying out of pocket they only take exact cash or check. No credit cards!! I didn't know this, so unfortunately they're going to have to bill me separate and I will have to pay more. However, the employees at this location are super nice and we had a good conversation about how hopefully that would change soon! They spent time with everyone but got through the four people in front of me very quickly.

I've been there a few times had a little bit of wait, but not bad it's worth it, the whole staff are really friendly and great. I recommend going there.

I usually love this place, the staff is efficient and it’s pleasant. Today, someone had some kind of overly rough borderline rap music on. Most the folks visiting here are elderly. Read the room, find something mellow. Thanks! UPDATE: Next time I was in, they were playing some low-key pleasant music. Thank you! 😉

Been waiting alone in waiting room for 40 minutes. I’ve seen 4 different techs walking around in and out of open rooms. There is only one other patient being addressed. This isn’t the first time this has happened. They see me and avoid eye contact. Please provide some training to your employees about prioritizing those of us waiting.

I usually go to another dignity health lab but this location was convenient at the time my mistake I have never been to a lab so slow in my life it was more like they were practicing their social instead of doing their job as lab techs I will never go back

Signed in 40 minutes ago, still have not talked to anyone or received any service. I'm the only one in the waiting room.

Typical San Luis Obispo shopping center with more trees and shrubbery than parking spaces. Be sure and walk or bike here. Anything larger than a Mini is not going to fit in the tiny parking spaces. Typical and popular establishments are here such as a grocery store and lots of different fast food.

Great service. If you have an appointment, it's always on time. This visit I was back in my car a minute before my appointment. Michelle does an excellent job. It's been my pleasure to have been dealing with Her for several years. She's the best technician that I've ever had draw blood. Never feel anything. A true professional.

03/02/2026 I went in about a week ago. I did not have to wait because there are two station that you can check in with. I had an appointment and was check-in quickly. After checking in, I only had to wait about 5 minutes. The person was nice and friendly. She quickly drew the blood samples, and I was done in a few minutes. There is plenty of parking and the place is clean.

The phlebotomist was amazing! Love your location and I drive there as it’s fully staffed and super efficient even though I have closer options. Ive read the negative reviews and I have to disagree as I always have an apt and the longest I’ve had to wait was 10 mins past my apt time. No issues. Post COVID all labs seem very busy and walk ins are just a NO GO so save yourself the headache and make an appointment it’s online and easy in the app! Also you can input your insurnace info and save everyone an extra step.

The staff is extremely rude and their wait times are ridiculous long even when there are no appointments scheduled. There is no one at the front counter to help the elderly sign in.

Great employees. I dont remember the person's name but she was super nice and very good with sharp objects. No pain

Staff were very friendly and helpful. Took good care of me when I got lightheaded and passed out. 100 on my scale.. would recommend to family and friends

Excellent center! They’re always on time, very efficient, and friendly. I wish I would have asked the name of my phlebotomist because she was outstanding!