Challis Area Health Center
FQHCOperated by North Custer Hospital District
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
46.50 hrs/wk · Unknown
About Challis Area Health Center
Challis Area Health Center is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Challis, ID. 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 Challis Area 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.
HIV testing + PrEP at Challis Area Health Center or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Challis Area Health Center doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across Idaho.
Coverage + benefits in Idaho
Challis Area Health Center accepts Idaho 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 Challis Area Health Center offer?
Challis Area Health Center in Challis, Idaho offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Challis Area Health Center accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Challis Area Health Center accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Challis Area Health Center?
46.50 hrs/wk · Unknown
Is Challis Area Health Center a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Challis Area 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 Challis Area Health Center located?
Challis Area Health Center is at 611 Clinic Rd, Challis, ID 83226-4824. Phone: 208-879-4351.
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.