Health West - Pocatello CHC

FQHC

Operated by Health West, Inc

Sliding-scale fees Uninsured patients welcome Medicaid Medicare

1000 N 8th Ave, Pocatello, ID 83201

HRSA lists this site as open about 50 hours a week. Call to confirm today's hours.

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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.

On-site pharmacy

Discounted prescription fills, often through 340B pricing.

Primary care

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

About Health West - Pocatello CHC

Health West - Pocatello CHC is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Pocatello, ID. 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 Health West - Pocatello CHC 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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Mental health + behavioral health context

FQHC behavioral-health services like those at Health West - Pocatello CHC 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 Idaho

Health West - Pocatello CHC accepts Idaho 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 Health West - Pocatello CHC offer?

Health West - Pocatello CHC in Pocatello, Idaho offers Behavioral health, Dental, Enabling services, On-site pharmacy, Primary care.

Does Health West - Pocatello CHC accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?

Health West - Pocatello CHC accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.

What are the hours at Health West - Pocatello CHC?

HRSA lists this site as open about 50 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.

Is Health West - Pocatello CHC a federally qualified health center?

Yes. Health West - Pocatello CHC 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 Health West - Pocatello Chc located?

Health West - Pocatello CHC is at 1000 N 8th Ave, Pocatello, ID 83201. Phone: 208-232-6260.

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.

Health West - Pocatello CHC and the sliding-scale alternatives listed below are the right first stop. A same-day telehealth visit is self-pay and is not billed to Medicaid. If nothing nearby can see you soon:

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