Healthcare in Louisiana

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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 Louisiana

Louisiana is the only US state based on civil law (Napoleonic Code) rather than common law. Family matters are heard in district courts, with most parishes having dedicated family sections. The Department of Children and Family Services Child Support Enforcement Services handles enforcement. New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette are the major cities. Southeast Louisiana Legal Services and Acadiana Legal Service Corporation provide civil legal aid.

15 Resources

1. Healthcare.gov – Louisiana Marketplace — Free

Federal health insurance marketplace where Louisiana fathers can compare and enroll in qualified health plans, with subsidies based on household income. Open enrollment annually; special enrollment for qualifying life events like birth, marriage, or job loss. Call 800-318-2596 or apply at healthcare.gov. Have Social Security numbers, income documents, and employer coverage information ready. Useful primary option for fathers without employer or Medicaid coverage.

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

2. Daughters of Charity Health Centers – NOLA — Paid

Community health centers providing affordable primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services in the greater New Orleans area. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and sliding fee scale for uninsured fathers. Call 504-207-3060 or visit 3201 S Carrollton Avenue weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and income documentation for sliding fee determination. Useful option for fathers needing comprehensive primary care.

504-207-3060 · 3201 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

3. EXCELth Inc. — Paid

Federally qualified community health center providing affordable primary care, dental, and behavioral health services in New Orleans. Serves Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and sliding-fee self-pay patients. Call 504-207-3700 or visit 8225 Earhart Boulevard weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and income documentation for sliding fee scale. Useful option for New Orleans area fathers needing comprehensive primary care regardless of insurance status.

504-207-3700 · 8225 Earhart Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70118 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

4. SWLA Center for Health Services — Paid

Federally qualified health center providing primary care, dental, and behavioral health services in the Lake Charles area of southwest Louisiana. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and sliding fee scale. Call 337-439-9983 or visit 1025 Mill Street weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and income documentation for sliding fee. Useful option for Calcasieu area fathers needing affordable comprehensive care regardless of insurance status.

337-439-9983 · 1025 Mill St, Lake Charles, LA 70601 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

5. Primary Care Providers of Lafayette — Paid

Affordable primary care and dental services on sliding fee scale for fathers and families in the Lafayette area. Serves Medicaid, Medicare, and uninsured patients. Call 337-232-6830 or visit 301 E Pinhook Road weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and income documentation to determine sliding fee. Useful option for Acadiana area fathers needing affordable primary medical and dental care regardless of current insurance status.

337-232-6830 · 301 E Pinhook Rd, Lafayette, LA 70501 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

6. Healthcare for the Homeless – New Orleans — Free

Free medical, behavioral health, and case management services for homeless and housing-insecure fathers and adults in the New Orleans area. Clinic-based and outreach services. Call 504-259-3515 or visit 2601 Tulane Avenue weekdays. No insurance or ID required for services. Useful primary care access for homeless fathers or those at risk of homelessness, including veterans and those with substance use or mental health concerns.

504-259-3515 · 2601 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

7. North Caddo Medical Center — Paid

Federally qualified health center serving rural northwest Louisiana with primary care and related services in the Vivian area. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and sliding fee scale for uninsured fathers and families. Call 318-375-3235 or visit 615 Spruce Street weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and income documentation. Useful option for rural Caddo Parish area fathers needing affordable primary care access.

318-375-3235 · 615 Spruce St, Vivian, LA 71082 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

8. CrescentCare Health – New Orleans — Paid

Federally qualified health center offering primary care, dental, behavioral health, HIV care, and pharmacy services in New Orleans. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and sliding fee scale. Call 504-821-2601 or visit 3308 Tulane Avenue weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and income documentation for sliding fee. Useful comprehensive option for New Orleans area fathers needing integrated primary and behavioral care.

504-821-2601 · 3308 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

9. Iberia Comprehensive Community Health Center — Paid

Affordable primary care, dental, and related services for fathers and families in the New Iberia area of Iberia Parish. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and sliding fee scale for uninsured. Call 337-365-7094 or visit 806 Jefferson Terrace Boulevard weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and income documentation for sliding fee. Useful option for south-central Louisiana fathers needing affordable comprehensive care.

337-365-7094 · 806 Jefferson Terrace Blvd, New Iberia, LA 70560 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

10. Access Health Louisiana – Shreveport — Paid

Community health center providing affordable primary care, dental, and behavioral health services in the Shreveport area. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and sliding fee scale. Call 318-222-8241 or visit 800 Olive Street weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and income documentation for sliding fee determination. Useful option for northwest Louisiana fathers needing comprehensive primary care regardless of current insurance status.

318-222-8241 · 800 Olive St, Shreveport, LA 71104 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

11. Rapides Primary Health Care Center — Paid

Federally qualified health center offering primary care and related services for fathers and families in the Alexandria and central Louisiana area. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and sliding fee scale. Call 318-769-1683 or visit 2019 Centre Court Suite 110 weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and income documentation for sliding fee. Useful option for central Louisiana fathers needing affordable comprehensive care.

318-769-1683 · 2019 Centre Ct #110, Alexandria, LA 71301 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

12. Teche Action Clinic – Franklin — Paid

Community health center serving rural south-central Louisiana with primary care and related services in the Franklin area. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and sliding fee scale. Call 337-828-2060 or visit 413 Charenton Road weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and income documentation for sliding fee. Useful option for St. Mary Parish and surrounding rural area fathers needing affordable comprehensive primary care access.

337-828-2060 · 413 Charenton Rd, Franklin, LA 70538 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

13. LaCHIP – Louisiana Children's Health Insurance — Free

Free or low-cost comprehensive health coverage for uninsured Louisiana children in eligible income families, administered through Louisiana Medicaid. Fathers can apply on behalf of their children. Call 877-252-2447 or apply online at ldh.la.gov/page/lachip. Bring photo ID, proof of income, Social Security numbers, and birth certificates for children. Useful critical coverage for fathers whose children are uninsured and not eligible for Medicaid.

877-252-2447 · 628 N 4th St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

14. LSU Health Sciences Center – Shreveport — Paid

Academic medical center providing specialty, primary, and advanced care for patients across northwest Louisiana including fathers and families. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance; some uninsured services available. Call 318-675-5000 or visit 1501 Kings Highway weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and referrals when available. Useful resource for fathers needing specialty care, surgery, or complex medical evaluation.

318-675-5000 · 1501 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

15. Community Health Center of Northeast Louisiana — Paid

Affordable health services for uninsured and underinsured fathers and families in the Monroe and northeast Louisiana region. Accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and sliding fee scale. Call 318-651-4100 or visit 2803 Kilpatrick Boulevard weekdays. Bring photo ID, insurance or Medicaid card, and income documentation for sliding fee. Useful primary care option for northeast Louisiana fathers needing affordable comprehensive care regardless of insurance.

318-651-4100 · 2803 Kilpatrick Blvd, Monroe, LA 71201 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

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.