For decades, affordable medical care has remained an uphill battle for millions across the nation. Community health centers continue to serve as a vital safety net by offering primary and preventive services. Our expert explores how these hubs utilize flexible payment models to ensure high-quality care remains accessible to everyone, regardless of their income or insurance status.
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- Dr. Kyu Rhee, president & CEO, National Association of Community Health Centers
Since these centers are designed to serve people from all demographics, they operate under a different pay structure than most other institutions. They use a sliding fee scale where charges are based on a patient’s household size and gross income compared to the federal poverty guidelines.
To make sure that these resources are effectively targeting under-served populations, there are strict guidelines around which programs can identify as community health centers.
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