Black Health

Lchc Belle Whaley

FQHC

Operated by Lawndale Christian Health Center

Sliding-scale fees Uninsured patients welcome Medicaid Medicare

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

40.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time

About Lchc Belle Whaley

Lchc Belle Whaley 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 Lchc Belle Whaley 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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Coverage + benefits in Illinois

Lchc Belle Whaley 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).

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Frequently asked questions

What services does Lchc Belle Whaley offer?

Lchc Belle Whaley in Chicago, Illinois offers Enabling services, Primary care.

Does Lchc Belle Whaley accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?

Lchc Belle Whaley accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.

What are the hours at Lchc Belle Whaley?

40.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time

Is Lchc Belle Whaley a federally qualified health center?

Yes. Lchc Belle Whaley 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 Lchc Belle Whaley located?

Lchc Belle Whaley is at 3812 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60623-2458. Phone: 773-650-3200.

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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