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North Shore Health Center - Merrillville

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6091 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410
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At-a-Glance Facts

CostNot confirmed - call to ask
Provider typeCommunity Health Center
HoursMedical - Family Practice, Pediatrics, OB/GYN: Mon, Thurs, F...
Phone(219) 763-8112
PaymentSliding Fee Scale, Private or Commercial Insurance, Medicaid...
Last updatedMay 21, 2024

Cost and Eligibility

Cost Model: Not confirmed

Payment method: Sliding Fee Scale, Private or Commercial Insurance, Medicaid, HIP, Medicare

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

Services described in the directory record: Family Practice; OB/GYN; Pediatrics; Behavioral Health; Dental; Ultrasound; X-Ray; Free Pregnancy Testing; $20 Flu Shots

Dental services: Teeth cleaning and gum care; Cavity fillings and repair; Repair cracked and broken teeth; Sealant placement and teeth whitening; Making molds for the construction of dental appliances; Cracked, broken or decayed tooth extractions; Tooth care education

Hours and Appointments

Medical - Family Practice, Pediatrics, OB/GYN: Mon, Thurs, Fri: 8:30am-5:00pm, Tues, Wed: 8:30am-7:00pm; Dental: Mon, Tues, Thurs: 8:00am-5:00pm, Wed: 10:30am-7:00pm, Fri: 8:00am-3:00pm

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Languages and Accessibility

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About this clinic

At North Shore Health Centers in Merrillville IN, we are a go-to resource for children’s pediatrics, gynecologist services, and obstetrics. We are also a children’s dentist. We are a convenient place for all of your healthcare and medical needs.

Directory remarks: Urban Area, Permanent Clinic, Year-Round, Full-Time (open 49 hours per week)

Verification and Listing History

Verification status: Verification needed
Last verified: Not recently verified
Listing last updated: May 21, 2024
Clinic management status: Managed or updated through an account

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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?
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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.
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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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