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Yes—if your FICO is 620‑679 and DSCR ≥ 1.25×, you can get urgent‑care equipment financing in South Carolina in 30‑45 days with 15‑20% down and 9‑12% APR.

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The specifics

Urgent‑care centers in 2026 need up to $2 million in new equipment to meet rising patient volumes【fortunebusinessinsights.com】. With a fair‑credit FICO of 620‑679 and a debt‑service coverage ratio (DSCR) of 1.25×, lenders will typically approve a loan in 30‑45 days【credibly.com】. The standard terms are a 15‑20% down payment, 48‑84‑month term, and 9‑12% APR【credibly.com】. Lenders require accurate cash‑flow statements, tax returns, and a detailed equipment list. If you can maintain 8‑12% of gross monthly revenue for monthly payments, you’ll stay within the DSCR limits【credibly.com】. The 2026 Section 179 deduction cap of $1.22 million【irs.gov】 lets you offset tax liability while financing equipment.

If you’re a newer practice with revenue under $300,000, consider a short‑term bridge loan. Bridge lenders can deliver funding in 7‑10 days but often charge 15‑20% APR, so use them only when urgency outweighs cost. If you already have debt, a consolidation loan at 9‑13% APR can lower monthly obligations, but the DSCR will tighten.

Qualification & edge cases

The 620‑679 FICO band applies only to borrowers with a DSCR ≥ 1.25×. If your DSCR falls below that threshold, you may qualify with a higher credit score (740+) or by offering additional collateral. Lenders may add 3‑5% APR premium for fair‑credit borrowers【credibly.com】. If your office is in a rural area, you might be eligible for the Rural Health Revolving Loan Program—check the details on the Rural Health Information Hub【ruralhealthinfo.org】. In high‑occupancy settings (>70% utilization), lenders sometimes waive a portion of the down payment to attract expansion.

Background & how it works

The urgent‑care market is projected to grow to $47.9 bn by 2035【precedenceresearch.com】, driving demand for new technology and equipment. Healthcare finance solutions market share is expanding, with equipment leasing and purchase financing ranking above traditional lines of credit【marketresearchfuture.com】. Lenders use your practice’s cash flow, asset value, and quality of equipment to determine terms. For a South‑Carolina practice with 620‑679 FICO and DSCR ≥ 1.25×, you can usually close within six weeks.

Affordable-calculator helps you simulate monthly payments under 9‑12% APR. If you’re concerned about credit impact, many lenders offer soft‑pull checks that do not affect your score【credibly.com】.

Bottom line

In South Carolina, urgent‑care centers with a 620‑679 FICO can secure equipment financing in 30‑45 days, paying 15‑20% down and enjoying 9‑12% APR. The process is quick, and a credit check won’t dent your score.

Disclosures

This content is for educational purposes only and is not financial advice. urgentcarefinancing.com may receive compensation from partner lenders, which may influence which products are featured. Rates, terms, and availability vary by lender and applicant qualifications.

Sources

• fortunebusinessinsights.com
• marketresearchfuture.com
• credibly.com
• ruralhealthinfo.org
• financingmedicalequipment.com