In the spring of 2001, community members of Howell and Oregon counties came together in a series of community meetings hosted by the Missouri Primary Care Association (MPCA) to discuss access to care issues in their region. As a result, a committee was formed with the intent to pursue section 330 funding to create a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in West Plains, Missouri.
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Services Offered
CLINIC SERVICES
At Southern Missouri Community Health Center is Your Healthcare Home because we have many services that will benefit you and your family like delivering your child, child medical care, child dental care, adult medical care, Women's health, and mental health.
Mental Health Some of the most difficult challenges that people face in life may be confined to the mind and heart. If you are feeling depressed or just need someone to talk with our Mental Health providers are trained to help.
Fees and Payment
SMCHC accepts most private insurances, Medicaid and Medicare. A sliding fee program is available for patients who qualify financially based on federal poverty levels and family size. Medication assistance is also available for those who qualify.
Services Offered To: Adults Teens Children
Special Groups: Bilingual
Payment: Sliding Scale Medicare Medicaid
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A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.