If this clinic can't see you
Other clinics in Saint Petersburg, closest first.
- Metro Inclusive Pharmacy - Central Ave Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Evara Health - Johnnie Ruth Clarke Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Metro Downtown St. Pete Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Evara Health - Bayfront Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Metro South St. Pete Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
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 Metro Central
Metro Central is an FQHC Look-Alike, operationally identical to an FQHC but not receiving Section 330 grant funding located in Saint Petersburg, FL. 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 Metro Central 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 Metro Central or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Metro Central doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across Florida.
Mental health + behavioral health context
FQHC behavioral-health services like those at Metro Central 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 Florida
Metro Central accepts Florida 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 Metro Central offer?
Metro Central in Saint Petersburg, Florida offers Behavioral health, Enabling services.
Does Metro Central accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Metro Central accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Metro Central?
HRSA lists this site as open about 44 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.
Is Metro Central a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Metro Central is an FQHC Look-Alike, operationally identical to an FQHC but not receiving Section 330 grant funding. 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 Metro Central located?
Metro Central is at 2237 Central Ave, Saint Petersburg, FL 33713-8844. Phone: 727-321-3854.
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.
Metro Central and the sliding-scale alternatives listed below are the right first stop. A same-day telehealth visit is self-pay and is not billed to Medicaid. If nothing nearby can see you soon:
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Same-day online urgent care.
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