Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site
FQHCOperated by Proteus 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
40.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
About Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site
Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Des Moines, IA. 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 Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site 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 Iowa
Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site accepts Iowa 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 Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site offer?
Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site in Des Moines, Iowa offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site?
40.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
Is Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site 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 Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site located?
Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines Site is at 1221 Center St, Ste 16, Des Moines, IA 50309-1014. Phone: 888-750-4736.
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.