Cesar Batalla, School Based Health Center
FQHCOperated by Southwest Community Health Center 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
35.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time
About Cesar Batalla, School Based Health Center
Cesar Batalla, School Based Health Center is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Bridgeport, CT. 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 Cesar Batalla, School Based Health 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 Connecticut
Cesar Batalla, School Based Health Center accepts Connecticut 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 Cesar Batalla, School Based Health Center offer?
Cesar Batalla, School Based Health Center in Bridgeport, Connecticut offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Cesar Batalla, School Based Health Center accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Cesar Batalla, School Based Health Center accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Cesar Batalla, School Based Health Center?
35.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time
Is Cesar Batalla, School Based Health Center a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Cesar Batalla, School Based Health 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 Cesar Batalla, School Based Health Center located?
Cesar Batalla, School Based Health Center is at 606 Howard Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06605-2016. Phone: 203-579-8500.
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.