Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave

FQHC

Operated by Family Health Services Of Erie County

Sliding-scale fees Uninsured patients welcome Medicaid Medicare

Services offered

Behavioral health

Mental health counseling, therapy, psychiatric medication management, and crisis support.

Dental

Cleanings, exams, restorations, extractions, and urgent dental care on a sliding scale.

Enabling services

Transportation, translation, case management, outreach, and patient navigation.

Primary care

Routine adult and family medicine, annual exams, chronic disease management.

Hours

45.00 hrs/wk · Unknown

About Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave

Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Norwalk, OH. 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 Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave 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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Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across Ohio.

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Mental health + behavioral health context

Black adults are about half as likely to receive mental-health treatment as white adults despite similar prevalence rates per SAMHSA, with cost and provider trust as the largest documented barriers. FQHC behavioral-health services like those at Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave 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.

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Coverage + benefits in Ohio

Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave accepts Ohio 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).

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Frequently asked questions

What services does Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave offer?

Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave in Norwalk, Ohio offers Behavioral health, Dental, Enabling services, Primary care.

Does Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?

Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.

What are the hours at Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave?

45.00 hrs/wk · Unknown

Is Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave a federally qualified health center?

Yes. Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave 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 Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave located?

Fhs Norwalk - 265 Benedict Ave is at 265 Benedict Ave, Norwalk, OH 44857-2308. Phone: 419-502-2800.

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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