Clinics open to the public near here
Other clinics in Newark, closest first.
- Outreach Site Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Saint James Health, Inc. Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Newark Community Health Centers, Inc. Dba Ironbound Medical And Dental Center Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Mary Eliza Mahoney Health Center Sliding scale, Medicaid, uninsured welcome
- Mary Eliza Mahoney Health Center @110 William Street 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 Saint James Health East Side High School
Saint James Health East Side High School is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Newark, NJ. 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 Saint James Health East Side High School 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 Saint James Health East Side High School or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Saint James Health East Side High School doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across New Jersey.
Mental health + behavioral health context
FQHC behavioral-health services like those at Saint James Health East Side High School 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 New Jersey
Saint James Health East Side High School accepts New Jersey 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 Saint James Health East Side High School offer?
Saint James Health East Side High School in Newark, New Jersey offers Behavioral health, Enabling services.
Does Saint James Health East Side High School accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Saint James Health East Side High School accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Saint James Health East Side High School?
HRSA lists this site as open about 40 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.
Is Saint James Health East Side High School a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Saint James Health East Side High School 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 Saint James Health East Side High School located?
Saint James Health East Side High School is at 69 Pulaski St, Newark, NJ 07105-2613. Phone: 973-789-8111.
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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