Community HealthNet at E.C. Central is a Health Center Program look-alike, a community health center that meets all Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) program requirements in East Chicago, IN (Lake County), operated by Community Healthnet 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 13,644 patients in 2024, and offers dental, behavioral health and vision services in addition to medical primary care across its locations. The site is open approximately 32 hours per week. Call 219-880-1190 to ask about services, eligibility, and appointments.
Insurance participation changes, confirm coverage with the facility before your visit.
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.
Community health centers accept Medicaid, Medicare, and CHIP, and most also accept private insurance. Call 219-880-1190 to confirm your specific plan.
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 East Chicago, IN area, with fees adjusted to what patients can afford.
The health center organization provides medical primary care along with dental, behavioral health and vision services across its locations. Call 219-880-1190 to confirm which services are available at this site.
1100 W Columbus Dr, East Chicago, IN 46312