2007 Public Health Award
- Ann Pryor receiving the 2007 Public Health Award from her fellow CHC Board Members. October 2007
HEALTH CARE FOR EVERYONE
Welcome to the Cooperative Health Center 1930 Ninth Ave. Helena, MT 59601 (406) 443-HEALTH (406) 443-2584
We believe that every person has a right to quality primary care.
Our team of providers is here to help you feel better and stay healthy.
Our Mission
To improve community health by working in partnership to foster personal responsibility and to provide accessible, comprehensive, quality health care for all area residents, regardless of ability to pay.
Services
The Cooperative Health Center is a community health center for people who need basic medical care - including people with limited income and/or insufficient health insurance. Our team of doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants offers you physical exams, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up for your basic health care needs:
- Regular check-ups
- Care for common illnesses and minor injuries
- Care for diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, heart disease and other
medical needs
- Mental health services
- Immunizations for children & adults
- Well-child clinics
- Prevention and wellness education
- Confidential HIV counseling and testing
- Breast and Cervical Health Care
- Referrals to specialists
Affordable Prescriptions
The Cooperative Health Center’s Medication Assistance Program, available only to our patients, provides reduced-cost medications to patients with no prescription drug coverage.
Dental Care
The Cooperative Health Center operates a limited dental clinic. Available services include dental screening, cleaning, basic dental services and extractions.
Case Management
The Cooperative Health Center can help you find ways to manage your health care needs and link you to other services in the community.
Breast & Cervical Health Program
Provides free breast and cervical health screening for women age 50 and over.
Phone: 457-8923
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can go to the Cooperative Health Center?
Anyone. We mostly serve people without other access to primary care services. This includes people with no insurance, inadequate insurance or a limited income.
Will it cost a lot to see a CHC doctor?
It shouldn’t cost a lot to get good health care, so we provide services at the lowest possible cost for those in need. Our services are provided on a sliding fee scale, depending upon family size and income level. A visit can cost as little as $10.00. Additional dental procedures cost a minimum of $10.00 each, based on our sliding fee scale. Be sure to bring some kind of income verification to your visit.
When do I have to pay?
Payment is expected at the time of service. Arrangements can be made if payment is not possible at the time of service – just ask. Nobody is turned away because of an inability to pay.
Do you accept Medicaid?
Yes, we accept Medicaid, Medicare, CHIP and private insurance.
How do I make an appointment?
Just call 443-2584 and speak with one of our medical receptionists. They can help set up a time. If you have a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.