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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.
OB/GYN & maternal health
Prenatal, delivery, postpartum, gynecologic, and family-planning services.
About Optimus On Boston Avenue
Optimus On Boston Avenue is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Stratford, CT. 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 Optimus On Boston Avenue 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 Optimus On Boston Avenue or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Optimus On Boston Avenue doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across Connecticut.
Mental health + behavioral health context
FQHC behavioral-health services like those at Optimus On Boston Avenue 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 Connecticut
Optimus On Boston Avenue accepts Connecticut 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 Optimus On Boston Avenue offer?
Optimus On Boston Avenue in Stratford, Connecticut offers Behavioral health, Enabling services, OB/GYN & maternal health.
Does Optimus On Boston Avenue accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Optimus On Boston Avenue accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Optimus On Boston Avenue?
HRSA lists this site as open about 46 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.
Is Optimus On Boston Avenue a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Optimus On Boston Avenue 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 Optimus On Boston Avenue located?
Optimus On Boston Avenue is at 305 Boston Ave, Stratford, CT 06614-5256. Phone: 203-375-7242.
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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