Pungoteague Dental Program
FQHCOperated by Eastern Shore Rural Health System, Incorporated
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 · Part-Time
About Pungoteague Dental Program
Pungoteague Dental Program is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Melfa, VA. 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 Pungoteague Dental Program 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 Pungoteague Dental Program or nearby
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Coverage + benefits in Virginia
Pungoteague Dental Program accepts Virginia 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 Pungoteague Dental Program offer?
Pungoteague Dental Program in Melfa, Virginia offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Pungoteague Dental Program accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Pungoteague Dental Program accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Pungoteague Dental Program?
40.00 hrs/wk · Part-Time
Is Pungoteague Dental Program a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Pungoteague Dental Program 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 Pungoteague Dental Program located?
Pungoteague Dental Program is at 28480 Bobtown Rd, Melfa, VA 23410-3508. Phone: 757-789-7777.
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.