If you do not have insurance, you can still see a doctor in New Haven. Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and free clinics provide primary care, checkups, prescriptions, and many specialty services on a sliding scale, so the cost is based on what you can afford.
The clinics below are the verified primary-care options in our New Haven directory. Many are taking new patients, and some offer walk-in or convenient-care hours. If you are not sure where to start, call any of them or dial 211.
Who can get help
FQHCs and free clinics see patients regardless of insurance, income, or immigration status. Fees slide with your income, and visits can be free for those with the lowest incomes. If you might qualify for HUSKY/Medicaid, clinic staff can often help you apply on the spot.
Clinics and health centers in New Haven
A Place to Nourish your Health (APNH)
APNH
Provides free and confidential HIV/STI testing, PrEP services, harm reduction supplies, and case management for people living with or at risk of HIV. Also offers housing assistance and support groups.
Anchor Health - Hamden Health Center
Anchor Health
LGBTQ-affirming healthcare near New Haven, including primary care, sexual health, HIV/STI testing, PrEP navigation, mpox vaccination, case management, and gender-affirming care.
APT Foundation - Syringe Services
APT Foundation
Free syringe exchange, Narcan distribution, HIV/Hep C testing, and connections to treatment.
Clifford Beers Community Care Center
Clifford Beers
The nation's first outpatient mental health clinic (founded 1913). Provides clinical mental health services for children and families including outpatient therapy, Child First home visiting, school-based services, and psychiatric care.
Columbus House Shelter Clinic
Columbus House
On-site health clinic at Columbus House shelter providing medical care for homeless individuals.
Community Health Care Van (CHCV)
Yale School of Medicine
Mobile medical clinic and storefront providing primary care, behavioral health, HIV care, flu/COVID vaccines, substance use treatment, and syringe services. Operates one of the largest naloxone distribution programs in CT.
Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center (Cedar Street)
Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center
South Central Rehabilitation Center at Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center, offering addiction treatment services including methadone maintenance, Suboxone, Vivitrol, detox, outpatient substance use treatment, and psychiatric medication support.
Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center (Sargent Drive)
Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center
Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center location offering adult medicine, women's health, pediatrics, behavioral health, infectious disease care, and the Transitions Clinic.
Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center (State Street)
Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center
FQHC satellite location on State Street providing medical and behavioral health services on a sliding fee scale.
Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center (Wilmot Road)
Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center
FQHC satellite location providing primary care and adult health services on a sliding fee scale.
Cornell Scott Hill Health Center — Dental Services
Cornell Scott Hill Health Center
Dental care at Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center, including preventive care and treatment at the Dixwell Q House location. Accepts HUSKY/Medicaid, Medicare, commercial insurance, and offers a sliding-fee scale for eligible uninsured patients.
Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center - MAT Program
Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center
Medication-assisted treatment for substance use, including methadone maintenance, Suboxone, Vivitrol, outpatient substance use treatment, psychiatric evaluation, recovery support, Narcan training, and detox connections through Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center.
Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center - Primary Care
Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center
Federally Qualified Health Center offering adult medicine, walk-in convenient care, pediatrics, dental, infectious disease care, blood draw, pharmacy, and help with coverage at the 428 Columbus Avenue location.
Crossroads Clinic
Crossroads
Free/sliding-scale medical clinic providing healthcare services to the community.
CT Department of Social Services - New Haven
State of Connecticut DSS
State office administering HUSKY Health (Medicaid), SNAP, TANF cash assistance, state supplement for aged/blind/disabled, and other benefit programs. Apply online through ConneCT portal.
How to get started
Pick a clinic and call to become a patient
Ask if they are accepting new patients and whether they have walk-in hours. Some can schedule you within a few days.
Ask about the sliding scale
Tell them you are uninsured and ask how the fee works. Bring proof of income to your first visit if you can.
Check if you qualify for HUSKY
Use our Benefits Check tool or ask the clinic to help you apply for HUSKY/Medicaid, which would cover future visits.
Common questions
Can I see a doctor in New Haven without insurance?
Yes. The community health centers and free clinics in New Haven listed here see uninsured patients on a sliding scale, so you pay based on your income. Call ahead to become a patient.
What is an FQHC?
A Federally Qualified Health Center is a community clinic that must see everyone regardless of ability to pay. They offer primary care, and often dental, mental health, and pharmacy services under one roof.
Can I get help applying for HUSKY/Medicaid?
Yes. Most FQHCs have enrollment staff who can help you apply, and our Benefits Check tool gives you a quick read on what you might qualify for.
Not sure where to start, or do not see what you need?