If this clinic can't see you
Nearest clinics, closest first.
- Avery County Middle School Newland, NC: sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Avery Dental Clinic Newland, NC: sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- High Country Community Health Avery Medical Site Newland, NC: sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Roan Mountain Medical Center Roan Mountain, TN: sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Mchp Dental Center Bakersville, NC: sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
Services offered
Enabling services
Transportation, translation, case management, outreach, and patient navigation.
Primary care
Routine adult and family medicine, annual exams, chronic disease management.
About Avery County High School
Avery County High School is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Newland, NC. 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 Avery County High School 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 Avery County High School or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Avery County High School doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across North Carolina.
Coverage + benefits in North Carolina
Avery County High School accepts North Carolina 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 Avery County High School offer?
Avery County High School in Newland, North Carolina offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Avery County High School accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Avery County High School accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Avery County High School?
HRSA lists this site as open about 24 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.
Is Avery County High School a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Avery County High School 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 Avery County High School located?
Avery County High School is at 401 Avery County High School Road, Newland, NC 28657-8959. Phone: 828-262-3886.
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.
Avery County High School and the sliding-scale alternatives listed below are the right first stop. A same-day telehealth visit is self-pay and is not billed to Medicaid. If nothing nearby can see you soon:
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Free and low-cost care near Newland, and the coverage help that goes with it.