Benton Medical Center
FQHCOperated by Southeast Missouri Health Network
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 · Full-Time
About Benton Medical Center
Benton Medical Center is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Benton, MO. 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 Benton Medical Center 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 Missouri
Benton Medical Center accepts Missouri 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 Benton Medical Center offer?
Benton Medical Center in Benton, Missouri offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Benton Medical Center accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Benton Medical Center accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Benton Medical Center?
40.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time
Is Benton Medical Center a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Benton Medical Center 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 Benton Medical Center located?
Benton Medical Center is at 6724 State Highway 77, Benton, MO 63736-8238. Phone: 573-545-4200.
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.