I don't have insurance — where do I go for primary care?

A Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) — every state has them, they charge on sliding-scale based on income, and they cover primary care, dental, mental health, and often pharmacy. Find one at findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov.

Do I qualify for Medicaid as a single dad?

In Medicaid expansion states, any adult with income up to 138% of the Federal Poverty Level qualifies regardless of dependents. In non-expansion states, a custodial parent of a minor may qualify under lower thresholds. Apply at your state's Medicaid agency or through healthcare.gov.

What about an emergency with no insurance?

EMTALA requires every US hospital with an ER to stabilize any emergency regardless of ability to pay. Nonprofit hospitals must offer financial assistance (often free care up to 200% FPL). Never skip a real emergency over cost — ask about charity care when you arrive.

Is there help with prescriptions?

Patient assistance programs from drug manufacturers provide free or low-cost meds for uninsured patients. NeedyMeds and RxAssist list them. GoodRx and SingleCare provide discount pricing for uninsured buyers. FQHCs often include 340B pharmacy discounts on-site.

Healthcare in Hawaii

16 verified resources.

About Healthcare for Fathers

Healthcare for fathers without insurance is accessible through Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs — also called community health centers), free clinics, hospital financial assistance programs, and Medicaid. FQHCs exist in every state and charge on a sliding scale; they provide primary care, dental, behavioral health, and prescription services. The HRSA health center locator lists all FQHCs. Free clinics (typically run by volunteer medical professionals) operate in most major cities. Medicaid eligibility expanded to adults without dependent children in states that adopted Medicaid expansion under the ACA — eligibility is generally up to 138% of the Federal Poverty Level. For uninsured emergencies, every hospital must stabilize regardless of ability to pay under EMTALA, and all nonprofit hospitals are required to offer financial assistance for qualifying patients. This directory includes FQHCs, free clinics, state Medicaid offices, and state ACA marketplaces.

Healthcare in Hawaii

Hawaii's Family Court is a division of the Circuit Court and operates in each of its four judicial circuits (Oahu, Maui, Hawaii Island, Kauai). The Child Support Enforcement Agency operates under the Attorney General. Honolulu is by far the largest population center. Legal Aid Society of Hawaii is the primary civil legal aid provider, with Volunteer Legal Services Hawaii offering supplemental pro bono support.

16 Resources

1. Hawaii QUEST Integration (Medicaid) — Free

Free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Hawaii residents through the state Medicaid program, administered by MedQUEST from the Kapolei office on Kamokila Boulevard. Covers doctor visits, hospital care, prescriptions, and behavioral health. Fathers can apply online, by phone, or in person. Bring photo ID, Social Security numbers, proof of income, and immigration documentation (if applicable) for household members when applying.

808-524-3370 · 601 Kamokila Blvd #506, Kapolei, HI 96707 · Mon-Fri 7:45am-4:30pm · Visit Website

2. Healthcare.gov – Hawaii Marketplace — Free

The federal health insurance marketplace used by Hawaii residents to compare plans, check premium tax credit eligibility, and enroll in coverage. Available 24/7 online, with a phone helpline during most hours. Fathers who do not qualify for QUEST Integration can check marketplace subsidies. Have Social Security numbers, income estimates, and current policy information ready when starting the application for faster enrollment processing.

800-318-2596 · 24/7 online · Visit Website

3. Kalihi-Palama Health Center — Paid

Community health center serving the Kalihi neighborhood and surrounding Oahu communities from the N King Street campus in Honolulu. Offers primary care, dental, behavioral health, and preventive services with sliding-fee options for uninsured patients. Fathers can call weekdays to register as a new patient. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and proof of income when asking about sliding-fee eligibility.

808-848-1438 · 915 N King St, Honolulu, HI 96817 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

4. Kokua Kalihi Valley — Paid

Community health center offering culturally responsive primary care, behavioral health, and community programs from the N School Street campus in Honolulu. Serves a diverse immigrant community with on-site interpreters. Fathers can call weekdays to schedule. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and proof of income for sliding-fee screening. Walk-ins are accommodated when schedules allow for urgent concerns.

808-791-9400 · 2239 N School St, Honolulu, HI 96819 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

5. Maui Community Health Center — Paid

Affordable primary healthcare on Maui from the Mahalani Street campus in Wailuku, with services including medical, dental, and behavioral health. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and most commercial insurance, with sliding-fee options for uninsured fathers. Call weekdays to schedule as a new patient. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and proof of income when asking about discounted or sliding-fee services.

808-871-7772 · 92 Mahalani St, Wailuku, HI 96793 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

6. Hawaii Department of Health — Free

State health programs including immunizations, screenings, disease prevention, and environmental health services from the Punchbowl Street headquarters in Honolulu. The department coordinates programs available through county health offices statewide. Fathers can call weekdays for program information. Bring photo ID and insurance or Medicaid card to specific service clinics such as immunizations, and check online for clinic locations and hours.

808-586-4400 · 1250 Punchbowl St, Honolulu, HI 96813 · Mon-Fri 7:45am-4:30pm · Visit Website

7. Bay Clinic – Big Island — Paid

Community health center serving Hawaii Island from the Kilauea Avenue campus in Hilo with clinics across East Hawaii. Services include primary care, dental, and behavioral health with sliding-fee options for uninsured fathers. Call weekdays to enroll. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and proof of income when applying for sliding-fee scale. Translators are available to support non-English-speaking patients.

808-969-1427 · 1178 Kilauea Ave #106, Hilo, HI 96720 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

8. Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center — Paid

Community health center on the Leeward Coast of Oahu at the Farrington Highway campus in Waianae. Offers primary care, specialty care, behavioral health, and dental with sliding-fee options. Extended morning hours help working fathers. Call weekdays to establish care. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and proof of income for sliding-fee screening. Native Hawaiian cultural supports are integrated into care delivery.

808-697-3300 · 86-260 Farrington Hwy, Waianae, HI 96792 · Mon-Fri 7am-5pm · Visit Website

9. Ho'ola Lahui Hawaii – Kauai Health Center — Paid

Community health center for Kauai residents at the Kolopa Street campus in Kalaheo, offering primary care, behavioral health, and prevention services with a focus on Native Hawaiian communities. Sliding-fee options are available for uninsured fathers. Call weekdays to establish care. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and proof of income when asking about sliding-fee scale and scheduling your first visit.

808-240-0100 · 4491 Kolopa St, Kalaheo, HI 96741 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

10. Hamakua-Kohala Health Center — Paid

Rural community health center on the Big Island at the Plumeria Street campus in Honokaa, serving the Hamakua and Kohala coasts. Offers primary care, behavioral health, and prevention with sliding-fee options for uninsured fathers. Call weekdays to enroll. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and proof of income to establish care. The rural location is a vital access point for isolated communities on Hawaii Island.

808-775-7204 · 45-549 Plumeria St, Honokaa, HI 96727 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

11. West Hawaii Community Health Center — Paid

Affordable healthcare for West Hawaii communities from the Hualalai Road campus in Kailua-Kona, including primary care, dental, and behavioral health with sliding-fee options for uninsured fathers. Call weekdays to enroll as a new patient. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and proof of income when asking about sliding-fee eligibility. Additional clinic sites serve outlying towns throughout West Hawaii.

808-326-5629 · 75-137 Hualalai Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

12. Molokai Community Health Center — Paid

Healthcare services for Molokai residents at the Oki Place campus in Kaunakakai, including primary care, behavioral health, and preventive services tailored to a small-island, rural community. Sliding-fee options are available for uninsured fathers. Call weekdays to establish care. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and proof of income when asking about sliding-fee eligibility and scheduling appointments.

808-553-5038 · 30 Oki Pl, Kaunakakai, HI 96748 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

13. Lanai Community Health Center — Paid

Healthcare for Lanai residents at the Sixth Street campus in Lanai City, offering primary care, behavioral health, dental, and preventive services in a small-island setting. Sliding-fee options are available for uninsured fathers. Call weekdays to establish care. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and proof of income when asking about sliding-fee eligibility and scheduling your first visit with a provider.

808-565-6919 · 333 Sixth St, Lanai City, HI 96763 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

14. Queen's Medical Center – Honolulu — Paid

Major medical center on Punchbowl Street in downtown Honolulu providing comprehensive healthcare including emergency services, surgery, cardiac care, trauma, and specialty clinics. Open 24/7 for emergencies. Fathers needing urgent care can go to the emergency department. For scheduled care, bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and a list of current medications. Financial counselors help uninsured patients explore payment options.

808-691-5100 · 1301 Punchbowl St, Honolulu, HI 96813 · 24/7 · Visit Website

15. Planned Parenthood Hawaii — Paid

Reproductive health services and family planning at the S King Street office in Honolulu, with additional neighbor island locations. Services include exams, contraception, STI testing, and cancer screening for men and women. Sliding-fee options are available. Fathers can call weekdays to schedule. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and proof of income if asking about sliding-fee pricing for reproductive and preventive care.

808-589-1156 · 1350 S King St #310, Honolulu, HI 96814 · Mon-Fri varies · Visit Website

16. Hawaii Keiki – School Health — Free

Free health services for children in public schools through UH nursing and partner providers, offering on-campus nursing, telehealth visits, and referrals during school hours statewide. Fathers of enrolled students can contact the school health office or call the Hawaii Keiki program office weekdays to learn what is available at their child's school. Consent forms and up-to-date immunization records are typically required for services.

808-956-5744 · School hours · Visit Website

Healthcare — Common Questions

I don't have insurance — where do I go for primary care?: A Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) — every state has them, they charge on sliding-scale based on income, and they cover primary care, dental, mental health, and often pharmacy. Find one at findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov.
Do I qualify for Medicaid as a single dad?: In Medicaid expansion states, any adult with income up to 138% of the Federal Poverty Level qualifies regardless of dependents. In non-expansion states, a custodial parent of a minor may qualify under lower thresholds. Apply at your state's Medicaid agency or through healthcare.gov.
What about an emergency with no insurance?: EMTALA requires every US hospital with an ER to stabilize any emergency regardless of ability to pay. Nonprofit hospitals must offer financial assistance (often free care up to 200% FPL). Never skip a real emergency over cost — ask about charity care when you arrive.
Is there help with prescriptions?: Patient assistance programs from drug manufacturers provide free or low-cost meds for uninsured patients. NeedyMeds and RxAssist list them. GoodRx and SingleCare provide discount pricing for uninsured buyers. FQHCs often include 340B pharmacy discounts on-site.