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Services offered
Enabling services
Transportation, translation, case management, outreach, and patient navigation.
Primary care
Routine adult and family medicine, annual exams, chronic disease management.
About Penasco School Clinic
Penasco School Clinic is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Penasco, NM. 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 Penasco School Clinic 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 Penasco School Clinic or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Penasco School Clinic doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across New Mexico.
Coverage + benefits in New Mexico
Penasco School Clinic accepts New Mexico 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 Penasco School Clinic offer?
Penasco School Clinic in Penasco, New Mexico offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Penasco School Clinic accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Penasco School Clinic accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Penasco School Clinic?
HRSA lists this site as open about 15 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.
Is Penasco School Clinic a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Penasco School Clinic 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 Penasco School Clinic located?
Penasco School Clinic is at 13 School Rd, Penasco, NM 87553. Phone: 575-587-2205.
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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