Health Insurance – Community health clinics

What it is

Community health clinics offer free or low-cost medical services regardless of insurance status. While the services may vary by clinic, many community health clinics offer a range of primary care, preventive care, and behavioral health services at no cost or reduced cost to patients. 

Coverage

1. Primary Care: usually covers check-ups, treats illnesses like colds and flu, and helps manage chronic conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure.

1. Preventive Care: covers vaccinations, screenings for diseases like cancer or sexually transmitted infections, and provides health education to help people stay healthy.

2. Behavioral Health: covers services such as counseling and therapy for conditions like anxiety or depression, helping individuals cope with emotional challenges and find support.

3. Urgent Care

4. Specialists

5. OB-GYN

6. Dentists

To find a nearby clinic, visit

• https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/

• https://nafcclinics.org/

• https://www.needymeds.org 

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You have options for healthcare

Navigating the US healthcare system can seem daunting, but you have many options available to help you including:

• Medicaid

• Refugee Medical Assistance

• Emergency Medicaid

• Community health clinics

• Private health insurance

For more general info about what it’s like to obtain health care in the US, the documents you’ll need, and how to apply, visit our healthcare general info page.

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