If this clinic can't see you
Other clinics in Tucson, closest first.
- Healthon University Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Healthon Broadway Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- El Rio Santa Cruz Neighborhood Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Special Immunology Associates (Sia) At Cherrybell Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- El Rio Cherrybell Health Center 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.
Primary care
Routine adult and family medicine, annual exams, chronic disease management.
About El Rio Health University Health Center
El Rio Health University Health Center is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Tucson, AZ. 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 El Rio Health University 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 El Rio Health University Health Center or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If El Rio Health University Health Center doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across Arizona.
Mental health + behavioral health context
FQHC behavioral-health services like those at El Rio Health University Health Center 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 Arizona
El Rio Health University Health Center accepts Arizona 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 El Rio Health University Health Center offer?
El Rio Health University Health Center in Tucson, Arizona offers Behavioral health, Enabling services, Primary care.
Does El Rio Health University Health Center accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
El Rio Health University Health Center accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at El Rio Health University Health Center?
HRSA lists this site as open about 45 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.
Is El Rio Health University Health Center a federally qualified health center?
Yes. El Rio Health University 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 El Rio Health University Health Center located?
El Rio Health University Health Center is at 434 E University Blvd STE 200, Tucson, AZ 85705-7851. Phone: 520-670-3909.
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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