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MinnesotaCare provides affordable, state-subsidized health insurance for Minnesotans whose income is too high for Medical Assistance but who cannot afford private coverage. Covers doctor visits, prescriptions, mental health, and preventive care with low monthly premiums based on income. Dads working part-time or in low-wage jobs may qualify. Apply through MNsure or contact the DHS helpline for eligibility screening; enrollment is open year-round for qualifying individuals and families.
651-297-3862 · 444 Lafayette Rd N, St. Paul, MN 55155
Medical Assistance (Medicaid) in Minnesota provides free or low-cost comprehensive health coverage for eligible low-income residents including adults, children, and families. Covers doctor visits, hospital stays, prescriptions, mental health services, and dental care. Dads with limited income may qualify regardless of employment status. Apply online at MNbenefits.mn.gov, through MNsure, or at a county DHS office; bring income documents, ID, and Social Security numbers for household members.
651-431-2670 · 444 Lafayette Rd N, St. Paul, MN 55155
MNsure is Minnesota's official health insurance marketplace where individuals and families can compare plans, check eligibility for Medical Assistance or MinnesotaCare, and enroll in coverage. Dads can shop ACA-compliant plans side by side and find out if they qualify for tax credits that lower monthly premiums. Open enrollment runs annually; special enrollment triggered by life events like job loss. Visit MNsure.org or call for navigator assistance to guide you through the process.
855-366-7873 · 81 E 7th St #300, St. Paul, MN 55101
Community Health Service in St. Paul provides affordable primary care, immunizations, and health screenings for individuals and families on a sliding-fee scale. Dads without insurance or with limited coverage can access preventive care, chronic disease management, and wellness exams at reduced cost based on household income. Services include physicals, lab work, vaccinations, and referrals. Call ahead to schedule an appointment and ask about sliding-fee eligibility when you contact the clinic.
651-266-1200 · 555 Cedar St, St. Paul, MN 55101
Open Cities Health Center in St. Paul is a federally qualified community health center serving all patients regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Provides primary care, dental services, mental health counseling, and chronic disease management on a sliding-fee scale. Dads without coverage or with high out-of-pocket costs are welcome. Call to schedule an appointment; bring proof of income to determine your sliding-fee discount and ask about available services on your first visit.
651-290-9200 · 409 N Dale St, St. Paul, MN 55104
West Side Community Health Services provides affordable medical and dental care for residents of St. Paul's West Side neighborhood and surrounding areas. Operates as a federally qualified health center offering primary care, dental services, behavioral health, and preventive screenings on a sliding-fee scale based on household income. Dads without insurance or facing high medical costs are welcome. Call to schedule an appointment and inquire about sliding-fee eligibility; bring income documentation to your first visit.
651-222-1816 · 153 Concord St, St. Paul, MN 55107