If this clinic can't see you
Other clinics in Escondido, closest first.
- Escondido Family Health Center Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Neighborhood Healthcare ~ Downtown Escondido Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Neighborhood Healthcare ~ Downtown Escondido Suite 400 Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Neighborhood Healthcare ~ Prenatal Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Neighborhood Healthcare ~ Behavioral Health 308 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.
About Escondido Physical Health And Wellness Center
Escondido Physical Health And Wellness Center is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Escondido, 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 Escondido Physical Health And Wellness 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 Escondido Physical Health And Wellness Center or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Escondido Physical Health And Wellness Center doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across California.
Mental health + behavioral health context
FQHC behavioral-health services like those at Escondido Physical Health And Wellness 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 California
Escondido Physical Health And Wellness Center 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 Escondido Physical Health And Wellness Center offer?
Escondido Physical Health And Wellness Center in Escondido, California offers Behavioral health, Enabling services.
Does Escondido Physical Health And Wellness Center accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Escondido Physical Health And Wellness Center accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Escondido Physical Health And Wellness Center?
HRSA lists this site as open about 40 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.
Is Escondido Physical Health And Wellness Center a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Escondido Physical Health And Wellness 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 Escondido Physical Health And Wellness Center located?
Escondido Physical Health And Wellness Center is at 157 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025-2762. Phone: 760-546-2094.
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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