Proteus at Proteus, Inc. - Des Moines site is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) site in Des Moines, IA (Polk County), operated by Proteus Inc.. 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 1,230 patients in 2024, and offers dental and vision services in addition to medical primary care across its locations. The site is open approximately 40 hours per week. Call 888-750-4736 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 888-750-4736 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 Des Moines, IA area, with fees adjusted to what patients can afford.
The health center organization provides medical primary care along with dental and vision services across its locations. Call 888-750-4736 to confirm which services are available at this site.
1221 Center St, Suite 16, Des Moines, IA 50309