Services provided :
- Medical
- Family Planning
- Lab
- WIC
- Pregnancy
- Immunizations
Accept patients who are :
- Uninsured
- Underinsured
- Insurance
- Medicare
- Medicaid
Tags :
- Free Health Clinic
- Pahokee Free Clinic
- Free Women's Clinic
- Free Pregnancy Clinic
Address :
1839 East Main St,
Pahokee, FL 33476.
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Hours Of Operations :
- Monday - Friday
Accept patients from :
- Pahokee Area
Income Requirements :
- All income levels accepted
Clinic Fees :
- Sliding scale of fees based on income
Appointments
You can privately and easily book your appointment online.
For the full set of services, you can call 561-924-4500 to book your appointment. Staff can also answer any questions you may have.
About Pahokee � Glades Health Center - PBCHD
This clinic operates under a Sliding scale of fees based on income model. This means that it MAY NOT be free depending on your income. You will be required to prove financial need in order to receive free services or services at a reduced cost.
This is a health care center funded by the federal government. This means even if you have no insurance you can be covered. The center is also income based for those making an income.
This health center can cover services such as checkups, treatment, pregnancy care (where applicable), immunizations and child care (where applicable), prescription medicine and mental and substance abuse where applicable.
Contact them at the number provided for full details. Aleutian Pribilof Islands Clinic is a Community Health Center. In order to get more information on this clinic, click on the icons below. You may be required to join for free in order to access full contact information.
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Patient Eligibility
Clinic works with patients who have little access to care without our support. Goal is to provide care to those persons in our community who are uninsured and have limited funds to support the purchase of medical care–those for whom the choice is sometimes medication for a life-challenging condition or food for their family.
Eligibility guidelines for patients that include county residency, lack of insurance, and income guidelines. The requirements are slightly different for the different programs. Please see the detailed information below.
Required Documentation
All patients are required to provide below documentation
- Photo identification–something that has the patient’s name and photo–can be a driver’s license, passport, school ID, work ID, state ID, etc.
- Proof of county residency–documentation that shows the patient lives in the county served–can be a driver’s license, lease, piece of “official” mail to a county-residence
- Proof of household income–if patient is working, then one month worth of pay stubs; if patient is collecting unemployment or social security or food stamps, then proof of income either by statement from bank or government agency
Free Prescription Discount Card
- No registration required.
- Everyone is eligible.
- Get discount up to 80%.
- Card can be used for person with Insurance or without insurance for discount.
- Never expires.
- Ready for immediate.
- No activation required.
- Prescription Coupon
Federal Poverty Limit(FPL) for 2024
Nationwide, a majority of Free Clinics see patients who are at 100%-300% of federal poverty level (FPL).
In the state of Florida, for example, Clinics typically require the individual’s income to be at or below 200% of FPL to be considered low income.
| POVERTY LIMIT FOR THE 48 CONTIGUOUS STATES AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA | ||
|---|---|---|
| Persons in Family | Poverty Limit(100%) | Poverty Limit(200%) |
| 1 | $14,580 | $29,160 |
| 2 | $19,720 | $39,440 |
| 3 | $24,860 | $49,720 |
| 4 | $30,000 | $60,000 |
| 5 | $35,140 | $70,280 |
| 6 | $40,280 | $80,560 |
| 7 | $45,420 | $90,840 |
| 8 | $50,560 | $101,120 |
| For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $5,140 for each additional person. | ||
COVID-19 Information For Patients
Contact your healthcare provider by phone before coming to a clinic or hospital if you meet the following criteria:
- Symptoms such as muscle or body aches, loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose.
- Contact with someone with confirmed COVID-19 within 14 days of onset of systems.
- Symptoms such as fever, cough or shortness of breath, fatigue, headache
Mild Covid Symptoms
- Nasal congestion
- Runny nose
- Low-grade fever (approx 100 degrees Fahrenheit for adults)
- Mild body aches
- Mild, dry cough
Moderate Covid Symptoms
- Fever above 100.4 F
- Temporary shortness of breath when you exert yourself
- Persistent cough
- Exhaustion, need to stay in bed
Severe Covid Symptoms
- Persistent chest pain or pressure
- Constant trouble breathing
- Trouble staying awake
- Confusion
- Blue lips or face
FAQ(Frequently Asked Questions)
Are free clinics really free?
There are 1400 free clinics that do not charge anything. However, most “free clinics” operate using a sliding scale for payment so you may pay a small fee for care depending on your income.
Can free clinics write prescriptions?
Yes, Free clinics use a licensed doctor, who can write prescriptions.
Who qualifies for free dental services?
Eligibility criteria for each free or low cost dental clinics varies. You are probably eligible for oral dental health if you are uninsured and fall into low income family guideline by federal government.
Do I need an appointment to be seen at the free clinics?
Yes, Most free clinics only see patients with appointments but there are few free urgent care who takes walk-ins.
I am an undocumented person. Will the free clinic see me?
Depends on clinics, Some clinics require you to be a legal resident but most of them don't. They just need your residency proof.
How does the Affordable Care Act (Obama Care) affect the Free Clinic?
Even after obama care there are 29 millions uninsured people in the US, so if you don't have any insurance then it does not affect free clinics.
Is the Clinic staffed with licensed health professionals?
Yes, all of medical staff is licensed with the State and are covered under the one or other federal insurance.
How much is a doctor visit without insurance
Without insurance, the cost of going to a doctor typically ranges from $100 to $400. This price will vary depending on whether you see a specialist, if lab tests are completed, and if any procedures are done
How do I get free healthcare?
Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) provide free or low-cost health coverage to millions of Americans, including some low-income people, families and children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with disabilities.
If I don't qualify for free care or sliding scale, based on my income, how much do I have to pay for dental services?
The cost of dental services varies from State to State, and, from one Clinic to another, you will find that the prices vary depending on the State and the clinic.
Can I schedule, reschedule, or cancel an appointment with a Clinic through your website?
No. We do not have direct contact with any of the Clinics listed on our website, we only provide the locations with the clinics and/or Community Health Centers contact information, you must call them directly.
Free Prescription Discount Card
- No registration required.
- Everyone is eligible.
- Get discount up to 80%.
- Card can be used for person with Insurance or without insurance for discount.
- Never expires.
- Ready for immediate.
- No activation required.
- Prescription Coupon