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Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel

FQHC

Operated by New Orleans City Human Svc

Sliding-scale fees Uninsured patients welcome Medicaid Medicare
711 N Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119-4206

HRSA lists this site as open about 26 hours a week. Call to confirm today's hours.

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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 Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel

Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in New Orleans, LA. 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 Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel 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 Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel or nearby

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Coverage + benefits in Louisiana

Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel accepts Louisiana 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 Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel offer?

Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel in New Orleans, Louisiana offers Enabling services, Primary care.

Does Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?

Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.

What are the hours at Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel?

HRSA lists this site as open about 26 hours a week. Call before you go to confirm today's hours.

Is Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel a federally qualified health center?

Yes. Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel 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 Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel located?

Tulane Adolescent Drop-In Clinic Ruth Fertel is at 711 N Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119-4206. Phone: 504-988-3002.

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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