Family Medicine & Primary Care in Central Iowa (Medicaid Accepted)
PHC provides comprehensive, whole-family primary care—wellness visits, same-day sick care, chronic condition management, and preventive screenings. Medicaid accepted, with a sliding fee scale for patients without insurance.
Family Practice Services
🩺 Wellness & Annual Exams
Checkups, preventive screenings, labs, and vaccines.
🤒 Same-Day Sick Care
Illness, infections, minor injuries, and more.
📱 Telehealth Visits
Video or phone visits for many primary-care needs (availability varies by location).
⚕️ Chronic Condition Management
Diabetes, hypertension, asthma, heart disease—team-based support.
👩⚕️ Women’s Health
Annual exams, Pap tests, contraception; OB/midwifery at select sites.
❤️🩹 MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment)
Compassionate treatment for opioid use disorder: medication + counseling.
🧭 Care Coordination
Referrals, medication refills, and support between visits.
Insurance, Medicaid & Costs
- Medicaid accepted: We accept Iowa Medicaid for primary care.
- No insurance? Sliding fee discounts based on income and family size.
- Clear estimates: We’ll discuss any costs before your visit.
- Interpreter services available at no cost to patients.
Questions about coverage or cost? Call your preferred clinic below—we’re happy to help.
Family Practice Locations & Appointments
PHC at Mercy — Family Medicine Residency
250 Laurel Street, Des Moines
University Avenue — Medical Clinic
1200 University Avenue, Suite 120, Des Moines
West Side Clinic
7555 Hickman Road, Urbandale
East Side Clinic
3509 E. 29th Street, Des Moines
South / BEC Clinic
2353 SE 14th Street, Des Moines
Ames — Medical & Dental
3510 Lincoln Way, Ames
Marshalltown — Medical & Dental
101 Iowa Ave W, #102, Marshalltown
Our Family Medicine Providers
Primary Care FAQs
Do you accept Medicaid?
Yes. We accept Iowa Medicaid for primary care. If you have questions about your plan, call the clinic you plan to visit.
Can you be my PCP (primary care provider)?
Yes. We provide ongoing care, manage referrals, and coordinate with specialists as needed.
Do you see newborns and children?
Yes. We see patients of all ages, including newborns, children, and teens.
Do you offer same-day appointments?
Same-day visits may be available for urgent issues—call the clinic for options.
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