Bvchc Central Falls
FQHCOperated by Blackstone Valley Community Healthcare I
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
80.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
About Bvchc Central Falls
Bvchc Central Falls is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Central Falls, RI. 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 Bvchc Central Falls 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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Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Bvchc Central Falls doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across Rhode Island.
Coverage + benefits in Rhode Island
Bvchc Central Falls accepts Rhode Island 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 Bvchc Central Falls offer?
Bvchc Central Falls in Central Falls, Rhode Island offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Bvchc Central Falls accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Bvchc Central Falls accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Bvchc Central Falls?
80.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
Is Bvchc Central Falls a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Bvchc Central Falls 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 Bvchc Central Falls located?
Bvchc Central Falls is at 1000 Broad St, Central Falls, RI 02863-1507. Phone: 401-729-5235.
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.