Free and low-cost health care centers in New York State.
Community clinics and government qualified health-care centers located throughout New York State provide free or low-cost medical care to residents who are uninsured, underinsured, or meet low-income guidelines. Services and eligibility vary by location. The income based clinics in NYS listed below, with links to county centers, offer a variety of care such as physical exams, immunizations, behavioral health, cancer screenings and more. The programs are given to people based on an ability-to-pay basis - meaning people with no money or insurance may be given free care.
Some community clinics also provide dental services, tele-heath services and other health care programs depending on staffing and funding. The healthcare centers are typically staffed by licensed medical professionals, including physicians, and support staff, while many may also rely on volunteers. Therefore the type of care, and number of people that can be helped, often depends on resources at the center.
If a clinic listed below is not located nearby or cannot meet a specific medical need, patients are often encouraged to ask for referrals. As many of the income-based healthcare center can direct individuals to additional programs, specialty providers, or resources available within their county or region, including charity care program from the Hospital Financial Assistance Law. Staff may also help patients understand public health insurance or apply for them. As centers often have staff knowledgeable about Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, and the New York State prescription drug or patient assistance programs offered by pharmaceutical manufacturers.
List of income-based community clinics and health care centers in New York
The locations listed below are a combination of non-profits or Federal Qualified Health Center, with some being private centers that offer limited charity care programs. The centers are organized by area in New York, including county or city and offer varying services, eligibility requirements, and hours of operation. Or use the county links below for regionalized centers:
Erie County NY health centers
Rochester and Monroe County NY
New York City - all boroughs
Niagara County
Westchester County clinics and health care centers
Community Health Care Association of New York State lists hundreds of Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). The locations are government approved and help people regardless of their ability to pay for medical or dental care. Some free services may be offered by these centers (listed on the website: https://www.chcanys.org/find-health-center) to income-qualified people or those that lack insurance. The list from the Association will help people finding the health centers that are federally required to provide care on a sliding-fee scale.
The NYS Occupational Health Clinic Network has centers in each region of the state. They help people with work related injuries or illness. A variety of specialized care and treatments is arranged, based on patients needs with the list of centers here. https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/workplace/clinic.htm.
Albany (Capital area) and the North Country
Whitney M. Young, Jr. has various locations in the area that offer a wide variety of health care related programs. They try to offer free or affordable care to people that meet qualifications. Whether pediatrics, pharmacy services, or other forms of treatment, the centers are below.
- 920 Lark Drive, Albany, NY 12207. Call (518) 465-4771
- Health Center (WIC/Training) - 900 Lark Drive, Albany, NY 12207. Call (518) 465-9345
- Whitney M. Young Outpatient Treatment Center - 10 Dewitt Street, Albany, NY 12207. Call (518) 463-3882
- Whitney M. Young Methadone Maintenance Program - 2 University Plaza, Albany, NY 12210. Call (518) 453-0227
Hudson Headwaters Health Network - 9 Carey Rd, Queensbury, NY 12804. Call (518) 761-0300
A massive network of over 20 sites serving the Adirondacks and Glens Falls area.
Community Health Center of the North Country - 4 Commerce Lane, Canton, NY 13617. Call (315) 379-8100
Binghamton
Adult Community Free Clinic at UHS Primary Care - 225 Front Street, Binghamton, NY 13905. Call (607) 778-3938
Services: Medical care for uninsured adults, wellness screenings, and medication management. Open Thursdays 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM..
Bronx
ECHO Free Clinic (Walton Family Health Center) - 1894 Walton Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453. Call (347) 854-0170
Services: Comprehensive care for uninsured adults. Open Saturday mornings only; call for intake.
Bronx Health Center - 975 Westchester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10459. Call (718) 991-9250
Services: Adult/adolescent medicine, HIV services, pediatric care, and reproductive health.
Bronx Community Clinic - 953 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10459. Call (718) 741-4900
DOHMH Tuberculosis Chest Center - 1309 Fulton Avenue, Bronx, NY 10456. Call (718) 579-4157
Brooklyn
Dr. Betty Shabazz Health Center - 999 Blake Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208. Call (718) 277-8303
Services: Prescriptions, mental health, dental, and pediatric care for low-income residents.
Bedford Stuyvesant Family Health Center - 1413 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, NY 11216. Call (718) 636-4500
The location is part of the Federally Qualified Health Center Network. The homeless, uninsured, and other families may receive free or reduced priced care.
Brooklyn Community Clinic - 1205 Sutter Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208. Call (718) 647-2600
Services: Diabetes management and low-cost prescription assistance.
Caribbean House Health Center - 1167 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225. Call (718) 778-0198
CABS Health Center (Community Health Care Network) - 94-98 Manhattan Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206. Call (718) 388-0390
Crown Heights Health Center - 1218 Prospect Place, Brooklyn, NY 11213. Call (718) 735-0580
Fort Greene Health Center - 295 Flatbush Avenue Extension, Brooklyn, NY 11201. Call (718) 643-4133
DOHMH Tuberculosis Chest Center - 259 Bristol Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212. Call (718) 495-7256
DOHMH Tuberculosis Chest Center - 335 Central Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11206. Call (718) 573-4886
Central and Western NY health centers
The Chautauqua Center - 107 Institute St, Jamestown, NY 14701. Call (716) 484-4334
Comprehensive FQHC services in Chautauqua County.
Anthony L. Jordan Health Center - 82 Holland St, Rochester, NY 14605. Call (585) 423-5800
Primary safety-net provider for the Rochester area.
Oak Orchard Health - 300 West Avenue, Brockport, NY 14420. Call (585) 637-3905
Specializes in care for agricultural workers and rural families across multiple counties.
Syracuse Community Health (Main) - 930 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY 13202. Call (315) 476-7921
Services: Extensive sliding-fee medical and dental services.
Ithaca Free Clinic - 225 South Fulton Street, Suite B, Ithaca, NY 14851. Call (607) 330-1254
Services: Free healthcare and wellness services for the uninsured.
Utica Community Health Center - 1651 Oneida Street, Utica, NY 13501. Call (585) 325-3380
The non-profit center and offer a wide variety of services to qualified people. Examples include diabetes management, free referrals to specialists, a low cost prescription assistance program and they also offer mental health screenings.
Oneonta Community Health Center - 22 Academy Street, Oneonta, NY 13820. Call (607) 433-0300
If the patient’s income is low enough, then free medical or dental services are given. This may be health care like vision care, referrals for lab testing, physical exams and even tips on Affordable Care Act Enrollment.
Geneva Community Health - 601B West Washington Street, Geneva, NY 14456. Call (315) 781-8448
ConnextCare - 61 Delano St, Pulaski, NY 13142. Call (315) 298-6564
Large network serving Oswego and surrounding rural counties.
Massena Free Clinic - 139 Main Street, Massena, NY 13662. Call (315) 769-8017
Low-income patients and others that qualify can get care for free. Some of what can be offered include general check-ups, podiatry, pediatric care services, prenatal and postpartum care, immunizations, and more based on need.
Hudson Valley and Westchester NY
Cornerstone Family Healthcare (Greater Hudson Valley) - 147 Lake Street, Newburgh, NY 12550. Call (845) 563-8000
Basic health care is given out. There is income based primary medical care, obstetrics, pediatric and geriatric care, as well as vaccinations among other programs. It is sliding-fee, ability to pay basis treatment.
Mount Vernon Neighborhood Health Center - 107 West Fourth Street, Mt. Vernon, NY 10550. Call (914) 699-7200
Several services are administered, some on a sliding fee scale. Call for details.
Catskill Regional Medical Center (Harris Campus) - 68 Harris Bushville Road, Harris, NY 12742. Call (845) 794-3300
Health Ministry of the Southern Tier - 274 Denison Parkway East, Corning, NY 14830. Call (607) 962-2032
Manhattan
The New York City Free Clinic - 16 East 16th Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10003. Call (917) 544-0735
Note: Appointment is required. Open Saturday mornings.
Sydenham Health Center - 215 West 125th Street, New York, NY 10027. Call (212) 932-6500
Helen B. Atkinson Health Center - 81 West 115th Street, New York, NY 10026. Call (212) 426-0088
Ita Ford Health Team - 426 East 119th Street, New York, NY 10035. Call (212) 987-4422
Riverside Health Center - 160 West 100th Street, New York, NY 10025. Call (212) 865-7757
The Young Men's Clinic - 21 Audubon Avenue, New York, NY 10032. Call (212) 342-3201
Institute for Family Health - Various Locations (Manhattan, Bronx, Mid-Hudson Valley). Call (212) 633-0800
One of the largest networks on the CHCANYS list, providing comprehensive medical, dental, and behavioral health regardless of insurance status.
Charles B. Wang Community Health Center - 125 Walker St, New York, NY 10013. Call (212) 226-8866
Specializes in culturally competent care for Asian Americans, but open to all residents on a sliding fee scale.
William F. Ryan Community Health Network - 110 West 97th St, New York, NY 10025. Call (212) 749-1820
Callen-Lorde Community Health Center - 356 West 18th St, New York, NY 10011. Call (212) 271-7200
Specializes in LGBTQ+ healthcare, providing sliding-fee services.
Queens & Staten Island
Queens Health Center - 97-04 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435. Call (718) 657-7088
Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center - 6200 Beach Channel Drive, Arverne, NY 11692. Call (718) 945-7150
Major provider for the Rockaways and Southeast Queens.
DOHMH Tuberculosis Chest Center - 90-37 Parsons Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11432. Call (718) 262-5593
DOHMH Tuberculosis Chest Center - 34-33 Junction Blvd, Corona, NY 11372. Call (718) 476-7635
Richmond Health Center - 51 Stuyvesant Place, St. George, NY 10301. Call (718) 983-4515
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