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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 Jose Clemente Orozco Academy
Jose Clemente Orozco Academy is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Chicago, IL. 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 Jose Clemente Orozco Academy 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 Jose Clemente Orozco Academy or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Jose Clemente Orozco Academy doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across Illinois.
Mental health + behavioral health context
FQHC behavioral-health services like those at Jose Clemente Orozco Academy 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 Illinois
Jose Clemente Orozco Academy accepts Illinois 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 Jose Clemente Orozco Academy offer?
Jose Clemente Orozco Academy in Chicago, Illinois offers Behavioral health, Enabling services.
Does Jose Clemente Orozco Academy accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Jose Clemente Orozco Academy accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Jose Clemente Orozco Academy?
HRSA lists this site as open about 42 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.
Is Jose Clemente Orozco Academy a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Jose Clemente Orozco Academy 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 Jose Clemente Orozco Academy located?
Jose Clemente Orozco Academy is at 1940 West 18Th Street, Chicago, IL 60608-1903. Phone: 773-254-1400.
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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