Lower Lights Health Newark
FQHCOperated by Lower Lights Christian Health Center, 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
32.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
About Lower Lights Health Newark
Lower Lights Health Newark is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Newark, OH. 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 Lower Lights Health Newark 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 Ohio
Lower Lights Health Newark accepts Ohio 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 Lower Lights Health Newark offer?
Lower Lights Health Newark in Newark, Ohio offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Lower Lights Health Newark accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Lower Lights Health Newark accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Lower Lights Health Newark?
32.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
Is Lower Lights Health Newark a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Lower Lights Health Newark 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 Lower Lights Health Newark located?
Lower Lights Health Newark is at 69 S Terrace Ave, Newark, OH 43055-1355. Phone: 614-274-1455.
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.