Community Health Center

Benito Juarez Community Academy

Chicago, IL, 60608
Sliding-fee scale, uninsured welcome HRSA Health Center Program Non-Profit

About Benito Juarez Community Academy

Benito Juarez Community Academy is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) site in Chicago, IL (Cook County), operated by Alivio Medical Center, Inc. It operates as a school-based health center, bringing care directly to the community it serves. As a community health center, it provides primary care to everyone regardless of insurance status or ability to pay: fees are discounted on a sliding scale based on household income, and Medicaid, Medicare, and CHIP are accepted. The organization behind this site served 23,996 patients in 2024, and offers dental and behavioral health services in addition to medical primary care across its locations. The site is open approximately 42 hours per week. Call 773-254-1400 to ask about services, eligibility, and appointments.

Areas of expertise

Primary CareCommunity Health Preventive Care & Annual CheckupsChronic Disease ManagementImmunizations & Screenings

Clinicians at this facility

14 providers on record

Adesola Babalola
Dr. Lorena Barragan, MD
Brigette Chelchowski, PA
Dr. Edward Kirsh, MD
Daisy Laureano
Ada Lemus
Fabiola Nieto
Margie Ortiz
Dr. Meera Ravikumar, MD
Dr. Jacob Rorabaugh, MD
Dr. Katherine Tynus, MD
Feng Wen, PA
Dr. Wen Ho Yang, MD
Joanne Zimmerly

Accepted insurance

MedicaidMedicareCHIPSliding-fee scale (uninsured welcome)

Insurance participation changes, confirm coverage with the facility before your visit.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I be seen at Benito Juarez Community Academy without insurance?

Yes. As a community health center, it serves patients regardless of insurance status. Visit costs are discounted on a sliding-fee scale based on household size and income. Bring proof of income to your first visit to apply.

What insurance does Benito Juarez Community Academy accept?

Community health centers accept Medicaid, Medicare, and CHIP, and most also accept private insurance. Call 773-254-1400 to confirm your specific plan.

What is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)?

It is a community-based clinic that meets federal Health Center Program requirements: comprehensive primary care in underserved areas, open to all residents of the Chicago, IL area, with fees adjusted to what patients can afford.

What services does Benito Juarez Community Academy offer?

The health center organization provides medical primary care along with dental and behavioral health services across its locations. Call 773-254-1400 to confirm which services are available at this site.

Location

1450 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608

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