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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 Thomas Merton Family Center
Thomas Merton Family Center is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Bridgeport, CT. 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 Thomas Merton Family Center 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 Thomas Merton Family Center or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Thomas Merton Family Center doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across Connecticut.
Coverage + benefits in Connecticut
Thomas Merton Family Center accepts Connecticut 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 Thomas Merton Family Center offer?
Thomas Merton Family Center in Bridgeport, Connecticut offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Thomas Merton Family Center accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Thomas Merton Family Center accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Thomas Merton Family Center?
HRSA lists this site as open about 21 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.
Is Thomas Merton Family Center a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Thomas Merton Family Center 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 Thomas Merton Family Center located?
Thomas Merton Family Center is at 1406 State St, Bridgeport, CT 06605-2005. Phone: 203-367-9036.
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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