Free and Low Cost Clinics in Erie County NY | Buffalo Health & Dental Centers
Erie County residents can access affordable healthcare through a network of Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), public health clinics, and free community providers. These organizations, listed below, may offer medical, dental, and behavioral health services for individuals with low income, no insurance, or limited coverage.
QHCs in Erie County provide care regardless of ability to pay. Fees are based on a sliding fee scale that adjusts the cost of services according to household income. Patients may be asked to provide proof of income to qualify for reduced-cost care. Most centers accept Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and uninsured patients.
In addition to FQHCs noted below, there are free clinics and public health providers in the Buffalo region as well as county. Free clinics typically serve uninsured individuals only and may have limited hours or services. Public health clinics focus on services such as immunizations, sexual health care, and disease prevention rather than full primary care.
Erie County Community Health & Dental Clinics
The following clinics may offer medical, dental, and behavioral health services, typically on a sliding fee scale based on household income. No one is denied care due to an inability to pay. All listed clinics are New York State Article 28 Diagnostic and Treatment Centers or FQHCs regulated by the HRSA.
Buffalo: North, West, and University District
Neighborhood Health Center
Neighborhood Health Center operates multiple Federally Qualified Health Centers throughout Erie County. Services include primary care, pediatrics, women’s health, dental care, behavioral health, and pharmacy services. Patients are accepted regardless of insurance status, and fees are based on income. Website: https://nhcwny.org/.
- Mattina location is address: 300 Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY 14201. Phone: 716-242-8600. Comprehensive primary care, OB-GYN, pediatrics, and dental. On-site pharmacy.
- Address: 155 Lawn Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14207. Phone: 716-875-2904. Family medicine and dental services focusing on the Riverside/Black Rock area.
- Neighborhood Health Center - Riverway Address: 1569 Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY 14213. Phone: 716-427-7000. Facility offering primary care, dentistry, and podiatry.
- Bridgeview location address: 1050 Niagara Street, Buffalo, NY 14213. Phone: 716-493-2000
ECMC Center for Dental Care (Hertel)
Address: 800 Hertel Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14207. Phone: 716-874-2100. Website: https://www.ecmc.edu/
UB Dental School (Squire Hall)
Address: 3435 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14214. Phone: 716-829-2732
Details: Reduced-cost dental care provided by students and residents under expert supervision.
Buffalo: East Side and Central
Community Health Center of Buffalo (CHCB)
Address: 34 Benwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14214. Phone: 716-986-9199. Website: https://chcb.net/
The Community Health Center of Buffalo is a Federally Qualified Health Center offering primary care, dental services, behavioral health care, and physical therapy. Services are available on a sliding fee scale, and patients without insurance can receive care at reduced cost.
Erie County Department of Health – Jesse Nash Health Center
608 William Street, Buffalo, NY 14206. Phone: 716-858-7687. Website: https://www3.erie.gov/health/
The Jesse Nash Health Center provides public health services, including immunizations, sexual health services, and testing. This facility does not provide full primary care but can help residents access essential preventive services.
Lighthouse Free Medical Clinic
Address: 34 Benwood Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14214 (Located inside CHCB). Phone: 716-222-0805. Website: https://medicine.buffalo.edu/about/community_outreach/lighthouse.html
Student-run free clinic for the uninsured and underinsured.
Jericho Road Community Health Center - Broadway
Address: 1021 Broadway, Buffalo, NY 14212. Phone: 716-529-3020. Website: https://jrchc.org/
The organization specializes in serving refugees, immigrants, and underserved populations. Services are offered regardless of ability to pay, with fees based on income.
Jesse Nash Health Center (Erie County Dept of Health)
Address: 608 William Street, Buffalo, NY 14206. Phone: 716-858-7687
Sexual health clinics, immunizations, and public health services.
Good Neighbors Medical & Dental (Harvest House)
Address: 175 Jefferson Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14210. Phone: 716-855-0654. Website: https://www.harvesthousebuffalo.org/
Good Neighbors Health Care offers free medical and dental services for uninsured individuals. The clinic provides basic care and may require eligibility screening. Services are limited compared to full-service health centers.
Buffalo: South, Lackawanna, and Blasdell
Neighborhood Health Center
Other locations, that are part of the center described above, include the following.
- Address: 4233 Lake Avenue, Blasdell, NY 14219. Phone: 716-332-3070
- Address: 151 Elmview Avenue, Hamburg, NY 14075. Phone: 716-648-4345
Baker Victory Dental Center (OLV Human Services)
Address: 790 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY 14218. Phone: 716-828-9334. Website: https://www.olvhs.org/
Integrated practice serving the general community and individuals with developmental disabilities.
Northern Suburbs: Cheektowaga, Amherst, and Tonawanda
CHCB - Cheektowaga
Address: 934 Cleveland Drive, Cheektowaga, NY 14225. Phone: 716-986-9199
Sisters Health Center Amherst
Address: 425 Michigan Avenue, Suite 100, Buffalo, NY 14203 (Main) / Locations also at 4949 Harlem Rd, Amherst, NY 14226. Phone: 716-862-1965
Horizon Health Services - Tonawanda Recovery Center
Address: 37 Niagara Street, Tonawanda, NY 14150. Phone: 716-831-1850. Website: https://www.horizon-health.org/
Focus on behavioral health and substance use with sliding scale options.
Information provided is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider.
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