Barbara Kleinman Shelter
FQHCOperated by Sunset Park Health Council, 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
12.00 hrs/wk · Part-Time
About Barbara Kleinman Shelter
Barbara Kleinman Shelter is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Brooklyn, 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 Barbara Kleinman Shelter 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
Barbara Kleinman Shelter 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 Barbara Kleinman Shelter offer?
Barbara Kleinman Shelter in Brooklyn, New York offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Barbara Kleinman Shelter accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Barbara Kleinman Shelter accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Barbara Kleinman Shelter?
12.00 hrs/wk · Part-Time
Is Barbara Kleinman Shelter a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Barbara Kleinman Shelter 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 Barbara Kleinman Shelter located?
Barbara Kleinman Shelter is at 300 Skillman Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211-1607. Phone: 718-963-4425.
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.