Vanderbilt Area School
FQHCOperated by Thunder Bay Community Health Service 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
40.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
About Vanderbilt Area School
Vanderbilt Area School is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Vanderbilt, MI. 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 Vanderbilt Area School 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 Vanderbilt Area School or nearby
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Coverage + benefits in Michigan
Vanderbilt Area School accepts Michigan 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 Vanderbilt Area School offer?
Vanderbilt Area School in Vanderbilt, Michigan offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does Vanderbilt Area School accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
Vanderbilt Area School accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at Vanderbilt Area School?
40.00 hrs/wk · Unknown
Is Vanderbilt Area School a federally qualified health center?
Yes. Vanderbilt Area School 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 Vanderbilt Area School located?
Vanderbilt Area School is at 947 Donovan St RM tb1, Vanderbilt, MI 49795-9772. Phone: 989-983-2561.
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.