Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc

FQHC

Operated by Northern Oswego County Health Services, Inc.

Sliding-scale fees Uninsured patients welcome Medicaid Medicare

Services offered

Behavioral health

Mental health counseling, therapy, psychiatric medication management, and crisis support.

Enabling services

Transportation, translation, case management, outreach, and patient navigation.

Hours

40.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time

About Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc

Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Pulaski, NY. 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 Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc 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

Black adults are about half as likely to receive mental-health treatment as white adults despite similar prevalence rates per SAMHSA, with cost and provider trust as the largest documented barriers. FQHC behavioral-health services like those at Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc 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 New York

Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc accepts New York 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 Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc offer?

Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc in Pulaski, New York offers Behavioral health, Enabling services.

Does Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?

Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.

What are the hours at Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc?

40.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time

Is Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc a federally qualified health center?

Yes. Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc 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 Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc located?

Lura M. Sharp Elementary Sbhc is at 2 Hinman Rd, Pulaski, NY 13142-2201. Phone: 315-298-2570.

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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