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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 Fort Sumner School Based Hlth
Fort Sumner School Based Hlth is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Fort Sumner, NM. 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 Fort Sumner School Based Hlth 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 Fort Sumner School Based Hlth or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Fort Sumner School Based Hlth doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across New Mexico.
Mental health + behavioral health context
FQHC behavioral-health services like those at Fort Sumner School Based Hlth 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 New Mexico
Fort Sumner School Based Hlth accepts New Mexico 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 Fort Sumner School Based Hlth offer?
Fort Sumner School Based Hlth in Fort Sumner, New Mexico offers Behavioral health, Enabling services.
Does Fort Sumner School Based Hlth accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Fort Sumner School Based Hlth accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Fort Sumner School Based Hlth?
HRSA lists this site as open about 28 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.
Is Fort Sumner School Based Hlth a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Fort Sumner School Based Hlth 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 Fort Sumner School Based Hlth located?
Fort Sumner School Based Hlth is at 1001 E Sumner Ave, Fort Sumner, NM 88119. Phone: 575-355-4431.
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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