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Esperanza Health Center - Kensington Site

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861 E. Allegheny Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19134
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At-a-Glance Facts

CostNot confirmed - call to ask
Provider typeCommunity Health Center
HoursMon-Fri: 9:00am-5:00pm, Sat: 9:00am-12:00noon
Phone(215) 302-3600
PaymentSliding Fee Scale; All Medicaid insurances in SE Pennsylvani...
Last updatedSeptember 15, 2026

Cost and Eligibility

Cost Model: Not confirmed

Payment method: Sliding Fee Scale; All Medicaid insurances in SE Pennsylvania: Health Partners Plans, Keystone First, Keystone First Community HealthChoices (CHC), United Healthcare PA Community Plan, Aetna BetterHealth, PA Department of Human Services Medical Assistance, Community Behavioral Health (Medical assistance for behavioral health); CHIP: Kidz Partners, Keystone Health Plan East CHIP, United Health Care CHIP, Aetna Better Health Kidz; Medicare: Medicare, Aetna Medicare, Cigna HealthSpring (formerly Bravo), Health Partners Medicare, Keystone 65, Keystone VIP Choice; Commercial Health Insurance Plans: Aetna, Keystone Health Plan East, IBC Marketplace Proactive plans, IBC Personal Choice

Contact the clinic directly to confirm current pricing, accepted insurance, eligibility rules, and any documents needed for your visit — payment policies can change and vary by service.

Services

Medical Dental Pediatrics Women's Health

Services described in the directory record: Adult Health; Children’s Health; Women’s and Prenatal Care; Dental Care; HIV Care; Behavioral Health; Medication Di; spensary; Nutrition Counseling; Social Services; Spiritual Care

Dental services: General Exams and Cleanings, Emergency Diagnosis and Treatment, Sealants, X-rays, Fluoride Treatments, Restorations, Extractions, Dentures, Oral Healthcare Education

Hours and Appointments

Mon-Fri: 9:00am-5:00pm, Sat: 9:00am-12:00noon

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Languages and Accessibility

Language access, transportation, and accessibility details are not confirmed in structured fields. Contact the clinic directly before visiting.

About this clinic

Compelled by the love of God in Christ Jesus, in cooperation with the Church and others, Esperanza Health Center is a multi-cultural ministry providing holistic healthcare to the Latino and underserved communities of Philadelphia. We seek to fulfill our mission by providing affordable, high-quality, bilingual and multi-cultural primary health care services in Jesus’ name, regardless of ability to pay, to all those in our communities who seek care.

Directory remarks: Urban Area, Permanent Clinic, Year-Round, Full-Time (open 44 hours per week)

Verification and Listing History

Verification status: Verification needed
Last verified: Not recently verified
Listing last updated: September 15, 2026
Clinic management status: Managed or updated through an account

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Common Questions About Free and Low-Cost Clinics

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Is this clinic actually free?
Often not entirely. "Free clinic" usually means one of three things: a volunteer clinic with no charge, a community health center with a sliding fee scale based on household size and income, or a clinic that charges a small flat visit fee. A sliding scale can still leave a bill. Ask what the lowest tier costs before you book.
What if I have no income at all?
Most sliding-scale programs have a lowest tier for people with no income, and many accept a signed self-declaration when you have no pay stubs to show. Ask for the clinic's discount program by name and ask what proof they take. Being told "bring proof of income" does not mean you are turned away for having none.
What should I bring to a first visit?
Usually a photo ID, something showing your address, proof of income or a self-declaration, your insurance or Medicaid card if you have one, and a written list of your current medications and doses. Call ahead — requirements vary, and arriving without the right paperwork is the most common reason a first visit gets rescheduled.
Do I need insurance, or immigration documents?
Federally funded health centers serve patients regardless of insurance status and do not require proof of citizenship to provide care. Volunteer and charitable clinics set their own rules. If it matters to you, ask before your visit what they require and what they record.
Is dental care included?
Usually not, and this is the single most common disappointment. Dental is frequently a separate program with its own eligibility, its own waiting list, and a narrower service list — extractions and urgent pain may be covered while fillings, crowns, root canals, and dentures are not. Confirm that dental is offered at this specific location before travelling.
Can I get a prescription refilled here?
Most clinics require an appointment before they will refill anything, and a first appointment can be weeks out. If you are close to running out of a medication you cannot safely stop, say so when you call — say the medication name and how many days you have left. Ask your pharmacy at the same time; pharmacists can sometimes authorise a short emergency supply.
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Location

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