Central Valley Pace - Merced
FQHCOperated by Golden Valley Health Centers
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
45.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
About Central Valley Pace - Merced
Central Valley Pace - Merced is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Merced, CA. 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 Valley Pace - Merced 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 California
Central Valley Pace - Merced accepts California 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 Valley Pace - Merced offer?
Central Valley Pace - Merced in Merced, California offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Central Valley Pace - Merced accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Central Valley Pace - Merced accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Central Valley Pace - Merced?
45.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
Is Central Valley Pace - Merced a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Central Valley Pace - Merced 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 Valley Pace - Merced located?
Central Valley Pace - Merced is at 727 W Childs Ave, Merced, CA 95341-6805. Phone: 209-620-4979.
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.