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State Medicaid program offering free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Iowa residents and children, including the Hawk-i CHIP program for kids in working families. Fathers can apply online, by phone, or at DHS offices with photo ID, Social Security numbers, income documents, and household info. Coverage includes doctor visits, hospital, prescriptions, mental health, and dental for most members. Statewide enrollment service.
800-257-8563 · 321 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50319
Federally qualified health center with multiple locations in central Iowa offering affordable primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy on a sliding-fee scale. Fathers without insurance can apply for reduced fees with photo ID, income proof, and household info. Medicaid and most private insurance accepted. Walk-ins welcome at some clinics; appointments preferred. Main clinic on University Avenue in Des Moines with sites in Ames, Marshalltown, and Osceola.
515-248-1500 · 1200 University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
Polk County's public safety-net hospital providing affordable primary care, specialty services, mental health, dental, and 24/7 emergency care in Des Moines. Fathers without insurance can apply for financial assistance with photo ID, income documentation, and household info. Medicaid and most private insurance accepted. Walk-ins accepted in the emergency department; outpatient clinics by appointment. Main campus on Hickman Road on the north side of the city.
515-282-2200 · 1801 Hickman Rd, Des Moines, IA 50314
Reproductive healthcare provider offering family planning, STI testing and treatment, cancer screenings, and men's health services at Iowa clinics. Fathers can schedule appointments for themselves or family members through the main line or online. Most insurance and Medicaid accepted with sliding-fee options for uninsured patients. Confidential services with bilingual staff in several locations. Main Des Moines office on Orchard Street.
877-811-7526 · 850 Orchard St, Des Moines, IA 50309