W. T. Scruggs Medical Center
FQHCOperated by Quality Of Life Health Services, 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 · Full-Time
About W. T. Scruggs Medical Center
W. T. Scruggs Medical Center is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) located in Altoona, AL. 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 W. T. Scruggs 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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Coverage + benefits in Alabama
W. T. Scruggs Medical Center accepts Alabama 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 W. T. Scruggs Medical Center offer?
W. T. Scruggs Medical Center in Altoona, Alabama offers Enabling services, Primary care.
Does W. T. Scruggs Medical Center accept Medicaid or sliding-scale fees?
W. T. Scruggs Medical Center accepts Medicaid, accepts Medicare, welcomes uninsured patients, offers sliding-scale fees based on household income.
What are the hours at W. T. Scruggs Medical Center?
40.00 hrs/wk · Full-Time
Is W. T. Scruggs Medical Center a federally qualified health center?
Yes. W. T. Scruggs Medical 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 W. T. Scruggs Medical Center located?
W. T. Scruggs Medical Center is at 4350 Cleveland Ave, Altoona, AL 35952. Phone: 205-589-6361.
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.