If this clinic can't see you
Other clinics in Detroit, closest first.
- Central City Health Abbott Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Detroit Central City Administrative Site Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Detroit Central City Health Center Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Woodward Corridor Family Medical Center Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Advantage Health Centers - Alexandrine Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
Services offered
Behavioral health
Mental health counseling, therapy, psychiatric medication management, and crisis support.
Enabling services
Transportation, translation, case management, outreach, and patient navigation.
About Central City Health 3rd Ave
Central City Health 3rd Ave is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Detroit, MI. 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 Central City Health 3rd Ave 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 Central City Health 3rd Ave or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Central City Health 3rd Ave doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across Michigan.
Mental health + behavioral health context
FQHC behavioral-health services like those at Central City Health 3rd Ave use sliding-scale fees that make care accessible regardless of insurance status. If you're in crisis, dial or text 988 for the 24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Coverage + benefits in Michigan
Central City Health 3rd Ave accepts Michigan 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 Central City Health 3rd Ave offer?
Central City Health 3rd Ave in Detroit, Michigan offers Behavioral health, Enabling services.
Does Central City Health 3rd Ave accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Central City Health 3rd Ave accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Central City Health 3rd Ave?
HRSA lists this site as open about 44 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.
Is Central City Health 3rd Ave a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Central City Health 3rd Ave 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 Central City Health 3Rd Ave located?
Central City Health 3rd Ave is at 1240 3rd St, Detroit, MI 48226-2505. Phone: 313-578-6123.
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.
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