Homeless Drop-In Center
FQHCOperated by Hiv/Aids Alliance For Region Two (Haart), Inc.
Services offered
Enabling services
Transportation, translation, case management, outreach, and patient navigation.
Primary care
Routine adult and family medicine, annual exams, chronic disease management.
Hours
2.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
About Homeless Drop-In Center
Homeless Drop-In Center is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Baton Rouge, LA. 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 Homeless Drop-In 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 Homeless Drop-In Center or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Homeless Drop-In Center doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across Louisiana.
Coverage + benefits in Louisiana
Homeless Drop-In Center accepts Louisiana 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 Homeless Drop-In Center offer?
Homeless Drop-In Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Homeless Drop-In Center accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Homeless Drop-In Center accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Homeless Drop-In Center?
2.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
Is Homeless Drop-In Center a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Homeless Drop-In 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 Homeless Drop-In Center located?
Homeless Drop-In Center is at 153 N 17th St APT 162, Baton Rouge, LA 70802-3801. Phone: 225-655-6422.
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.