If this clinic can't see you
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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 Simpson Shelter
Simpson Shelter is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Minneapolis, MN. 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 Simpson Shelter 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 Simpson Shelter or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Simpson Shelter doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across Minnesota.
Coverage + benefits in Minnesota
Simpson Shelter accepts Minnesota 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 Simpson Shelter offer?
Simpson Shelter in Minneapolis, Minnesota offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Simpson Shelter accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Simpson Shelter accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Simpson Shelter?
HRSA lists this site as open about 7 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.
Is Simpson Shelter a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Simpson Shelter 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 Simpson Shelter located?
Simpson Shelter is at 2740 1st Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408-2147. Phone: 612-874-0306.
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.
Simpson Shelter and the sliding-scale alternatives listed below are the right first stop. A same-day telehealth visit is self-pay and is not billed to Medicaid. If nothing nearby can see you soon:
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