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Valleywise Community Health Center - Mcdowell

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1101 North Central Avenue, Suite 204, Phoenix, AZ 85004
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At-a-Glance Facts

CostNot confirmed - call to ask
Provider typeCommunity Health Center
HoursMon-Fri: 7:00am-5:00pm
Phone(602) 344-6550
PaymentSliding Fee Scale; Cash; Check; Credit Card; Aetna (excludes...
Last updatedSeptember 23, 2024

Cost and Eligibility

Cost Model: Not confirmed

Payment method: Sliding Fee Scale; Cash; Check; Credit Card; Aetna (excludes Banner Aetna BHN Narrow Network); Alignment Health Plan of America; Ambetter by Arizona Complete Health; Americas Choice Provider Network (ACPN)l Arizona Complete Health; Banner University Family Care; BCBSAZ Health Choice; Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (excludes Neighborhood Network); Cigna; Coventry Health; Cofinity; Devoted Health Advantage; Employers Health Network; Eternal Health; First Health; Global Health; HealthCosmos Arizona; HealthNet Federal Services - Tricare; HealthSmart; Humana; Imperial Health; Intel Connected Care; Medica; Medicare; Mercy Care; Molina Health; Provider Network of America (PNOA); Scan Health; TriWest VA; United Healthcare; United Healthcare Community Plan; WellCare by Allwell; BCBS - Dominion Dental; Delta Dental AZ; Dentaquest; Dental Benefit Provider (DBP); Envolve Dental; Health Choice; Liberty Dental; Metlife Dental, etc.

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

Services described in the directory record: Behavioral Health Services; Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program; Care Management; Dental Clinic; Diabetes Care; Primary Care Services; HIV/AIDS Services; Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP); Internal Medicine Services; OB/GYN Services; Pharmacy; Telehealth

Dental services: Routine exams and cleanings; Oral Hygiene Instruction for Patients and Parents; Digital X-Rays; Fluoride Treatments; Restorative Treatments; Emergency (Pain Relief) Treatments, etc.

Hours and Appointments

Mon-Fri: 7:00am-5:00pm

Call ahead to confirm same-day availability and appointment requirements.

Languages and Accessibility

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

About this clinic

When it comes to your health, feel confident knowing there’s nothing standing in the way of getting the care you need. The Valleywise Community Health Center - McDowell is a space where all are welcome. You can always find compassionate care and ongoing support. In addition to our general service offerings (including dental care and behavioral health care) this location also serves as an HIV specialty clinic. We want to help all people around the Valley live long and happy lives, no matter what their HIV status is. If you or a loved one are in need of HIV testing or treatment, the Valleywise Community Health Center - McDowell is here to offer complete support and specialized care.

Directory remarks: Urban Area, Permanent Clinic, Year-Round, Full-Time (open 51 hours per week)

Verification and Listing History

Verification status: Verification needed
Last verified: Not recently verified
Listing last updated: September 23, 2024
Clinic management status: Managed or updated through an account

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Common Questions About Free and Low-Cost Clinics

General guidance for visitors. It is not medical advice and it does not describe Valleywise Community Health Center - McDowell's current policy — call the clinic to confirm anything below.

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.
What if I need care today?
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