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Sliding-scale mental health clinics in Baton Rouge, LA

These community health centers in Baton Rouge provide counseling and mental health care on a sliding scale, and cannot turn you away for inability to pay.

6

charge on a sliding scale

6

accept Medicaid

6

see uninsured patients

A federally funded health center cannot turn you away because you cannot pay, and has to offer a sliding fee scale to any patient who asks. At or below the federal poverty line the fee is nominal. Bring photo ID and proof of income to the first visit.

6 centers in Baton Rouge offering behavioral health

3140 Florida St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806-3757

225-650-2000

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

3180 Convention St
Baton Rouge, LA 70806-3711

225-650-2000

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

7855 Howell Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70807-5256

225-367-4911

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

7777 Hennessy Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808-4300

225-767-0394

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

153 N 17th St APT 162
Baton Rouge, LA 70802-3801

225-655-6422

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

3801 North Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806-3825

225-655-6422

  • Sliding scale
  • Medicaid
  • Uninsured welcome

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Common questions

Is there free mental health care in Baton Rouge?

6 of the 6 centers listed charge on a sliding scale set by household income, which is free or nominal at or below the federal poverty line. Bring photo ID and proof of income to your first visit.

Which clinics in Baton Rouge take Medicaid for mental health care?

6 of the 6 centers listed accept Medicaid. 6 also see patients with no insurance at all.

Do I need insurance to be seen for mental health care in Baton Rouge?

No. A federally funded health center cannot refuse you for inability to pay, and is required to offer a sliding fee scale to every patient who asks for one.