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DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH:
CATHOLIC CHARITIES FREE HEALTH CARE CENTER
212 Ninth Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
412-456-6911
Monday-Friday 9am-4pm
Patients are seen by appointment only.
The Catholic Charities Free Health Care Center is dedicated to providing excellent primary health care at no charge to those who are unable to afford adequate health insurance or are otherwise in need, regardless of race, gender or religion.
To receive free medical or dental services, you must first be determined eligible for care. If you qualify, medical, dental, vision and/or specialty services may be available to you.
PRIMARY CARE HEALTH SERVICES, INC.
HILL HOUSE HEALTH CENTER
1835 Centre Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Phone: (412) 261-0937
M 10:30-7, closed for lunch 2-3pm
T-F 9-5:30, closed for lunch 1-2pm
Pregnancy testing, family planning, obstetrics, podiatry, minor surgery, EKGs, laboratory services, adult medicine, physical exams, pediatrics including early screening and immunizations, complete dental services, mental health through WPIC including psychiatric and psychological services, pharmacy, social services, health education.
Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program provides sexuality education to community groups.
Sliding fee scale based on income for uninsured patients.
Entrance wheelchair-accessible. Bathroom (in Hill House main building) has handrails.
NORTH PITTSBURGH:
NORTH SIDE CHRISTIAN HEALTH CARE CENTER
816 Middle St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Phone: (412) 321-4001
www.nschc.org
Monday 9am-7pm
Tuesday 9am-7pm
Wednesday 9:20am–5pm
Thursday 9am-7pm
Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday 9am-noon
Provides primary care medical services ranging from pediatric to geriatric care. Accepts third party payments including Medical Assistance, Gateway, Unison, UPMC for Life and Access. Home visits to homebound elderly available. Prayer offered but not required.
Sliding fee scale based on income for uninsured patients.
Entrance wheelchair-accessible. Bathroom has handrails.
NORTH SIDE CHRISTIAN HEALTH CARE CENTER at Northview Heights
525 Mt. Pleasant Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
Phone: (412) 322-7500
www.nschc.org
Monday 9am-5pm
Tuesday 9am-5pm
Wednesday 9:40am–5pm
Thursday 9am-5pm
Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed
Provides primary care medical services ranging from pediatric to geriatric care. Accepts third party payments including Medical Assistance, Gateway, Unison, UPMC for Life and Access. Home visits to homebound elderly available. Prayer offered but not required.
Sliding fee scale for uninsured patients.
Entrance wheelchair-accessible. Bathroom has handrails.
THE POSITIVE HEALTH CLINIC
320 East North Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
To make an appointment please call 412.359.3360. If you need to speak with our clinical social worker, please call 412.359.4984.
The Positive Health Clinic of Allegheny General Hospital is dedicated to healing, caring for, and educating our patients in an environment in which employees and physicians strive to meet and respect the complex needs of people living with HIV and the needs of their families and loved ones.
Most insurance programs are accepted. The Positive Health Clinic also receives federal funds that assist individuals who do not have adequate insurance to pay for their healthcare. Our staff will help you with financial issues related to your care.
The clinic offers support in the form of patient advocates, social work needs, and comprehensive health care for those living with HIV.
SOUTH PITTSBURGH:
BIRMINGHAM CLINIC
Salvation Army complex
Location: 44 South 9th Street; entrance near the Salvation Army Thrift Store parking lot
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
412-692-4706
Monday 6:00 PM-9:00 PM
Wednesday 1:00 PM-4:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Walk-ins only. We do NOT see patients who currently have any form of health insurance or who are eligible for Medicaid. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before start time as the clinic fills up very quickly. Clinic usually needs to limit number of patients served.
Basic primary care. Can refer for other medical and social service needs. No cost. Some free medications for uninsured.
Wheelchair-accessible.
HILLTOP COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE CENTER
317 Climax Street
Pittsburgh , PA 15210
(412) 431-3520
The Hilltop Community Healthcare Center is a federally funded health clinic caring for the underserved populations living in the hilltop communities. The center was established in 2004, and has served as an institution amongst South Pittsburgh neighborhoods ever since. They provide services to all ages regardless of insurance status. Primary care for children and adults. Gynecological care. Podiatrist once per week. Do own lab work.
Sliding fee scale for uninsured patients.
Entrance wheelchair-accessible. Bathroom has handrails.
PRIMARY CARE HEALTH SERVICES, INC.
HAZELWOOD FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
4918 Second Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15207
Phone: (412) 422-9520
Primary medical care, gynecology, family planning, podiatry and pediatrics.
Sliding fee scale based on income for uninsured patients.
Entrance wheelchair-accessible. Bathroom has handrails.
STEEL VALLEY FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
1800 West St.
Suite 110
Homestead, PA 15120-1504
Phone: (412) 461-3863
Monday 10-6:30
Tuesday-Friday 8:30-5
Podiatry, EKGs, laboratory services, adult medicine, physical exams.
Sliding fee scale based on income for uninsured patients.
Entrance wheelchair-accessible. Bathroom has handrails.
AC HEALTH DEPARTMENT CARSON ST. FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
MAUL BUILDING
1700 East Carson St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Phone: (412) 431-6770
www.county.allegheny.pa.us/achd
Checkups, immunizations, and health counseling.
EAST PITTSBURGH:
UPMC has community health centers in the East End and in East Pittsburgh. Patients can get free or low-cost care through UPMC’s financial assistance program. Most health centers have a social worker that can help you apply. You can find out more about their financial assistance policies here:
http://www.upmc.com/aboutupmc/CommunityCitizenship/financialassistance/Pages/fa-policy.aspx
and you can apply yourself if you’d like, here:
http://www.upmc.com/aboutupmc/FinancialInformation/Documents/FinancialAssistance.pdf
UPMC BLOOMFIELD-GARFIELD FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
5475 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 361-7562
UPMC LATTERMAN HEALTH CENTER
2347 Fifth Avenue
McKeesport, PA 15132
(412) 673-5504
UPMC LAWRENCEVILLE FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
3937 Butler Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
(412) 622-7343
UPMC MATHILDA THEISS HEALTH CENTER
373 Burrows Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 383-1550
UPMC NEW KENSINGTON FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
301 11th St.
New Kensington, PA 15068
(724) 334-3640
UPMC SHADYSIDE FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
5215 Centre Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 623-2287
UPMC UPP SQUIRREL HILL
5608 Wilkins Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 422-8762
METRO FAMILY PRACTICE
901 B West Street
Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
412-247-2310
www.metrofamilypractice.org
830 to 430 Monday – Thursday – Friday
Extended Hours 830 – 630 Tuesday – Wednesday
Healthcare for all people, of all ages with expertise in:
Family-centered maternity care, including doula services, women’s health, geriatrics, HIV/AIDS care, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender care.
Sliding fee scale is available for those who not have health insurance.
Alternate, wheelchair-accessible entrance available. Bathroom has handrails.
EAST END COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
117 North Negley Ave
Pittsburgh 15206
412.404.4000
Family practice. Gynecological care.
Sliding fee scale based on income for uninsured patients.
Entrance wheelchair-accessible. Bathroom has handrails.
WILKINSBURG FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
Hosanna House
807 Wallace Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
412-247-5216
M-F 8:30-4:30
Appointment required. Primary care services for all ages plus gynecological and podiatry care offered with sliding fee scale based on income. Part of Primary Care Health Services, partners with Allegheny Department of Health to provide maternal/childcare. Does free pregnancy testing, helps with WIC applications and provides free WIC re-certifications.
Entrance wheelchair-accessible. Bathroom has handrails.
PRIMARY CARE HEALTH SERVICES, INC.
BRADDOCK FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
404 Braddock Ave.
Braddock, PA 15104
412-351-6300
Pregnancy testing, family planning, obstetrics, podiatry, minor surgery, complete X-rays, EKGs, laboratory services, adult medicine, physical exams, pediatrics, including early screening and immunizations, complete dental services, mental health component, including psychiatric and psychological services, pharmacy, social services, health education, and transportation in selected cases. Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program provides sexuality education to community groups.
Entrance wheelchair-accessible? Bathroom has handrails?
EAST LIBERTY FAMILY HEALTH CARE CENTER
East Liberty Location:
6023 Harvard St
Pittsburgh 15206
412-661-2802
Mon: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Tues: 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Wed: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Thur: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Fri: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
7171 Churchland St. (at Lincoln Ave.)
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 361-8284Mon: 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Tues: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Wed: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Thur: 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Fri: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Dental
Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
General family practice, well-women and gynecological care (see women’s health section for Birth Circle program info), well-child and pediatric care, adolescent health care, pastoral care, regular monitoring of the chronically ill, home health care, health screening, health education programs and patient advocacy. Christian orientation. May ask if you would like to pray in waiting room but prayer not required.
Sliding fee scale for uninsured patients.
Entrance is wheelchair-accessible. Bathroom has handrails.
ALMA ILLERY MEDICAL CENTER
7227 Hamilton Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Phone: (412) 244-4700
Pregnancy testing, family planning, obstetrics, podiatry, complete X-rays, EKGs, laboratory services, adult medicine, physical exams, pediatrics including early screening and immunizations, complete dental services, mental health component for children including psychiatric and psychological services, pharmacy, social services, health education, and transportation in selected cases.
Sliding fee scale based on income for uninsured patients.
Entrance not wheelchair-accessible.
PRIMARY CARE HEALTH SERVICES, INC.
MCKEESPORT FAMILY HEALTH CTR.
3627 Lysle Boulevard
McKeesport, PA 15132
Phone: (412) 664-4112
Medical, podiatry, pediatric services.
Sliding fee scale based on income for uninsured patients.
Entrance wheelchair-accessible. Bathroom does not have handrails.
COMMUNITY HUMAN SERVICES CORP.
HEALTH STATION
374 Lawn St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Phone: (412) 621-4708
http://chscorp.org/Health.htm
Family Practice Physicians from UPMC Shadyside are on site every Tuesday evening from 6 PM to 10 PM. to provide physician services by appointment. Payment is based on a sliding scale. Appointments are made by calling Kathy @ 412-621-4708.
The Health Station is open for walk-ins and nursing services Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4 PM. There is no charge for these services.
Entrance wheelchair-accessible. Bathroom has handrails.
UPMC HEALTH SYSTEM
MATILDA H.THEISS CENTER
373 Burrows St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Phone: (412) 383-1550
Comprehensive family and dental medicine, social services, daycare facility, and food pantry. Payment of small fee for each visit is expected.
PRIMARY CARE HEALTH SERVICES, INC.
RANKIN FAMILY HEALTH FACILITY
300 Rankin Blvd.
Rankin, PA 15104
Phone: (412) 351-4555
Family practice, minor surgery, general physicals, podiatry, pediatrics, pregnancy tests, laboratory tests, obstetrics, gynecological exams, and dental services.
PRIMARY CARE HEALTH SERVICES, INC.
SQUIRREL HILL HEALTH CENTER
200 JHF Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
412-422-7442
www.squirrelhillhealthcenter.org
Comprehensive primary and preventive health services including: Family medicine, Pediatrics, Internal medicine, Geriatrics, OB/gyn, Family planning, Immunizations, Lab services, Mental health services, Case management, House calls, and Language translation services.
Evening and weekend hours available.
Sliding fee scale.
WEST PITTSBURGH:
STO-ROX NEIGHBORHOOD FAMILY HEALTH CENTER
710 Thompson Avenue
McKees Rocks, PA 15136
Phone: (412) 771-6462
Family health and dental care including family medicine, pediatrics, ophthalmology, podiatry, social services, obstetrics/gynecology, and nutrition services.
Sliding fee scale based on income for uninsured patients.
Entrance wheelchair-accessible. Bathroom has handrails.
