Tug River Health Center
FQHCOperated by Tug River Health Association Inc
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
43.50 hrs/wk · Full-Time
About Tug River Health Center
Tug River Health Center is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Welch, WV. 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 Tug River Health 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 Tug River Health Center or nearby
Every HRSA-funded FQHC offers confidential HIV testing and can prescribe PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis). If Tug River Health Center doesn't have a dedicated HIV care program, our HIV locator shows the named PrEP-prescribing clinics and testing sites across West Virginia.
Coverage + benefits in West Virginia
Tug River Health Center accepts West 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 Tug River Health Center offer?
Tug River Health Center in Welch, West Virginia offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Tug River Health Center accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Tug River Health Center accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Tug River Health Center?
43.50 hrs/wk · Full-Time
Is Tug River Health Center a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Tug River Health 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 Tug River Health Center located?
Tug River Health Center is at 5883 Black Diamond Hwy, Welch, WV 24801. Phone: 304-448-2101.
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.