Community Health Center of Bristol — Downtown
395 N Main St, Bristol, CT 06010
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Services Available
Accepted Insurance
About This Location
Community Health Center of Bristol is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) — a federally-funded community health center providing comprehensive primary care, walk-in urgent care, behavioral health, dental, and pharmacy services. FQHCs serve patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, with sliding-scale fees based on income. All US FQHCs accept Medicaid and offer bilingual services in communities with immigrant populations.
About Downtown
Downtown Hartford is the civic, commercial, and cultural core of Connecticut — home to the Connecticut State Capitol, the Wadsworth Atheneum (oldest continuously operating public art museum in the US, 1842), Bushnell Park (America's oldest public park), the Hartford Public Library, XL Center arena, and the Dunkin' Donuts Park (Hartford Yard Goats minor league baseball). Serves 80,000+ daily commuters to the Asylum Hill insurance district (Aetna, Travelers, The Hartford, Cigna). Healthcare access: Hartford HealthCare-GoHealth Downtown Hartford and MinuteClinic locations along Asylum Avenue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I visit Community Health Center of Bristol without insurance?
Yes — FQHCs are required to serve all patients regardless of insurance status. Sliding-scale fees are based on household income and family size. Bring proof of income (pay stubs, tax return) at your first visit to qualify for the lowest rate.
Does Community Health Center of Bristol accept Medicaid?
Yes — all US FQHCs accept Medicaid. In CT, this includes the state Medicaid program and its managed care organizations. Call to verify your specific plan is in-network.
What services are offered at Community Health Center of Bristol?
Typical FQHC services: primary care, walk-in urgent care, behavioral health/counseling, dental, pharmacy, OB/GYN, pediatrics, HIV testing, and case management. Specific services vary by location.
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