Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center

Look-alike

Operated by Universal Medical Services Inc

Sliding-scale fees Uninsured patients welcome Medicaid Medicare

Services offered

Behavioral health

Mental health counseling, therapy, psychiatric medication management, and crisis support.

Enabling services

Transportation, translation, case management, outreach, and patient navigation.

On-site pharmacy

Discounted prescription fills, often through 340B pricing.

Primary care

Routine adult and family medicine, annual exams, chronic disease management.

Vision care

Eye exams, glasses, and referrals for advanced ophthalmology.

Hours

54.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time

About Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center

Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center is an FQHC Look-Alike, operationally identical to an FQHC but not receiving Section 330 grant funding 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 Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical 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.

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Mental health + behavioral health context

Black adults are about half as likely to receive mental-health treatment as white adults despite similar prevalence rates per SAMHSA, with cost and provider trust as the largest documented barriers. FQHC behavioral-health services like those at Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center use sliding-scale fees that make care accessible regardless of insurance status. If you're in crisis, dial or text 988 for the 24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

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Coverage + benefits in Minnesota

Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center 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).

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Frequently asked questions

What services does Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center offer?

Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota offers Behavioral health, Enabling services, On-site pharmacy, Primary care, Vision care.

Does Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?

Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.

What are the hours at Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center?

54.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time

Is Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center a federally qualified health center?

Yes. Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center is an FQHC Look-Alike, operationally identical to an FQHC but not receiving Section 330 grant funding. 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 Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center located?

Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center is at 1801 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403-3791. Phone: 612-823-2947.

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.

Universal Medical Services, Inc. Dba Axis Medical Center 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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