- Organization
- Philadelphia Department of Public Health
- Who qualifies
- Registered patients. The health centers accept urgent care (walk-in) patients but require appointments for certain services.
- How to apply
- Call ahead to make sure the service you need is available when you plan to visit. If you have questions about City health centers, call 311.
- Languages
- Translation and interpretation services are available for health center patients and their families.
- Cost
- Health centers accept Medicare, Medicaid, HMO plans, and most other insurance options. If you are uninsured, the centers will charge a small fee based on family size and income. Payment is in person at the health center with cash or a money order, depending on the services received.
- Last verified
- October 23, 2026