Shungnak Clinic
FQHCOperated by Maniilaq Association
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 Shungnak Clinic
Shungnak Clinic is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Shungnak, AK. 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 Shungnak 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 Shungnak Clinic or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Shungnak Clinic doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across Alaska.
Coverage + benefits in Alaska
Shungnak Clinic accepts Alaska 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 Shungnak Clinic offer?
Shungnak Clinic in Shungnak, Alaska offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Shungnak Clinic accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Shungnak Clinic accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Shungnak Clinic?
40.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
Is Shungnak Clinic a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Shungnak 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 Shungnak Clinic located?
Shungnak Clinic is at 80 Back Street, Shungnak, AK 99773-0080. Phone: 907-437-2138.
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.