What you need to know as a Free Clinic Patient…

The Free Clinic is a private, non-profit organization supported in large part by the Alleghany Foundation. The funds used to operate the Free Clinic come from grants, donations and special fundraisers.  The Free Clinic exists because of the strong belief in the Alleghany Highlands community that healthcare should be accessible to everyone. 

The Free Clinic is staffed almost entirely by volunteers.

The doctors and nurses who work at the Free Clinic are licensed professionals who volunteer their time.  Doctor's visits are scheduled by appointment only on 2-3 afternoons or evenings a month.      
What services are free?

  • Appointments at the Free Clinic

  • Appointments with local doctors made by the Free Clinic for you

  • Special care arranged by the Free Clinic

  • Medications given out or ordered by the Free Clinic

What will I have to pay for?

  • Doctor's appointments you make on your own

  • Lab work and x-rays ordered by the Free Clinic (Fees range from 0-100% based on your household income)

  • Visits to the Emergency Room

  • Hospital stays

  • Prescriptions filled using your Prescription Card at participating pharmacies

  • Some care at other facilities, such as UVA which bills based on income

What happens if I am running low on medicine?

Call the Pharmacy Services Coordinator 1-2 before your medication is gone:

 Danielle Eavers at

862-6205 or 1-800-370-2407 

  

Can I see a doctor when I am sick?

Call the Clinic and ask if arrangements can be made for you to see a doctor

What if I have an emergency?

Use the nearest Emergency Room. The Free Clinic is not able to provide emergency services.