Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge
FQHCOperated by Boston Health Care For The Homeless Program
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
30.00 hrs/wk · Part-Time
About Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge
Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Cambridge, MA. 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 Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge 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.
HIV testing + PrEP at Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge or nearby
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Coverage + benefits in Massachusetts
Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge accepts Massachusetts 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 Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge offer?
Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge in Cambridge, Massachusetts offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge?
30.00 hrs/wk · Part-Time
Is Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge 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 Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge located?
Albany Street Shelter/Cambridge is at 240 Albany St, Cambridge, MA 02139-4210. Phone: 617-661-0660.
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.