500 Central Wyh Services
FQHCOperated by Whitney M Young Jr Health Center Inc
Services offered
Enabling services
Transportation, translation, case management, outreach, and patient navigation.
Primary care
Routine adult and family medicine, annual exams, chronic disease management.
Hours
40.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
About 500 Central Wyh Services
500 Central Wyh Services is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Albany, NY. Fees are assessed on a sliding scale based on household income, uninsured patients below 200% of the federal poverty line typically pay a nominal fee of $0 to $30 per visit. The center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, commercial insurance, and uninsured patients.
Community Health Centers like 500 Central Wyh Services play a critical role in serving Black families and other historically underserved populations. They are required by federal rule to accept patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and they integrate medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services in a single location.
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Coverage + benefits in New York
500 Central Wyh Services accepts New York Medicaid. FQHC certified application counselors typically cross-enroll Medicaid + WIC + SNAP at the same visit. Anyone enrolled in Medicaid is automatically income-eligible for WIC under federal adjunctive eligibility (7 CFR 246.7).
Frequently asked questions
What services does 500 Central Wyh Services offer?
500 Central Wyh Services in Albany, New York offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does 500 Central Wyh Services accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
500 Central Wyh Services accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at 500 Central Wyh Services?
40.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
Is 500 Central Wyh Services a federally qualified health center?
Yes. 500 Central Wyh Services is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) funded by HRSA Section 330. FQHCs are required by federal rule to accept patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, and they integrate medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.
Where is 500 Central Wyh Services located?
500 Central Wyh Services is at 500 Central Ave STE 101, Albany, NY 12206-2213. Phone: 518-465-4771.
Please verify before visiting. Hours, services, and insurance acceptance can change. Call the center directly to confirm they're open and accepting new patients before you go. Data last verified on April 24, 2026.