Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic
FQHCOperated by Valley-Wide Health Systems
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
47.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time
About Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic
Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Monte Vista, CO. 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 Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic 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 Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic or nearby
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Coverage + benefits in Colorado
Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic accepts Colorado 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 Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic offer?
Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic in Monte Vista, Colorado offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic?
47.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time
Is Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic 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 Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic located?
Edward M. Kennedy Health Clinic is at 925 2nd Ave, Monte Vista, CO 81144-1432. Phone: 719-852-2512.
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.