Avery County Middle School
FQHCOperated by High Country Community Health
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
24.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
About Avery County Middle School
Avery County Middle 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 Middle 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 Middle School or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Avery County Middle 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 Middle 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 Middle School offer?
Avery County Middle School in Newland, North Carolina offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Avery County Middle School accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Avery County Middle School accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Avery County Middle School?
24.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
Is Avery County Middle School a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Avery County Middle 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 Middle School located?
Avery County Middle School is at 102 Old Montezuma Road, Newland, NC 28657-8961. 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.