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 New Hampshire

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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 New Hampshire

New Hampshire's Circuit Court Family Division handles all family matters statewide. The Division of Child Support Services operates under DHHS. Manchester, Nashua, Concord, and Dover are the largest cities. 603 Legal Aid is the statewide LSC-funded civil legal aid program, with a strong self-help website for pro se fathers.

14 Resources

1. Healthcare.gov – NH Marketplace — Free

Healthcare.gov is the federal health insurance marketplace where New Hampshire residents can compare plans, check eligibility for premium subsidies and cost-sharing help, and enroll during open enrollment or qualifying life events. Fathers can call 800-318-2596 anytime or use the website 24/7 to apply. Have Social Security numbers, most recent tax returns, income documentation for the household, and immigration papers if applicable ready when enrolling to speed up eligibility determinations.

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

2. Amoskeag Health – Manchester — Paid

Amoskeag Health is a federally qualified health center in Manchester offering primary care, pediatrics, behavioral health, dental, and pharmacy services on a sliding scale. Fathers can call 603-626-9500 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm or visit the Hollis Street location to schedule. Bring photo ID, insurance card if you have one, and proof of income to qualify for the sliding-scale discount. No one is turned away for inability to pay. Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance accepted.

603-626-9500 · 145 Hollis St, Manchester, NH 03101 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

3. Coos County Family Health Services — Paid

Coos County Family Health Services is a federally qualified community health center for the North Country, providing primary care, pediatrics, behavioral health, and dental services on a sliding scale. Fathers can call 603-752-2040 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm or visit the Willow Street Berlin location to schedule. Bring photo ID, insurance card if available, and proof of income for the sliding-scale discount. Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance accepted.

603-752-2040 · 54 Willow St, Berlin, NH 03570 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

4. Concord Hospital – Community Health — Paid

Concord Hospital offers affordable primary and specialty care for Concord-area residents through its community health programs, with financial assistance for patients who qualify. Fathers can call 603-225-2711 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm or visit the Pleasant Street main campus to schedule or request financial counseling. Bring photo ID, insurance card if available, and proof of income when applying for charity care. Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance accepted.

603-225-2711 · 250 Pleasant St, Concord, NH 03301 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

5. Greater Nashua Dental Connection — Free

Greater Nashua Dental Connection provides free dental care for uninsured and low-income Nashua-area residents, including cleanings, fillings, extractions, and basic restorative work. Fathers can call 603-595-1010 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm or visit the West Pearl Street office to request screening. Bring photo ID and proof of income (pay stubs or benefits letters) to confirm eligibility. Appointments limited by volunteer dentist availability; new patients may be waitlisted.

603-595-1010 · 33 W Pearl St, Nashua, NH 03060 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

6. Mid-State Health Center – Plymouth — Paid

Mid-State Health Center is a federally qualified community health center providing primary care, pediatrics, behavioral health, and dental services for central New Hampshire residents on a sliding scale. Fathers can call 603-536-4000 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm or visit the Boulder Point Drive Plymouth location to schedule. Bring photo ID, insurance card if available, and proof of income for the sliding-scale discount. Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance accepted.

603-536-4000 · 101 Boulder Point Dr, Plymouth, NH 03264 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

7. Lamprey Health Care – Nashua — Paid

Lamprey Health Care operates federally qualified community health centers serving Nashua and the seacoast with primary care, pediatrics, behavioral health, and dental services on a sliding scale. Fathers can call 603-883-1626 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm or visit the Pine Street Extension Nashua location to schedule. Bring photo ID, insurance card if you have one, and proof of income for sliding-scale eligibility. Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance accepted.

603-883-1626 · 3 Pine St Extension, Nashua, NH 03060 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

8. Indian Stream Health Center – Colebrook — Paid

Indian Stream Health Center is a federally qualified community health center serving far northern New Hampshire with primary care, pediatrics, behavioral health, and dental services on a sliding scale. Fathers in Coos County can call 603-237-8336 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm or visit the Corliss Lane Colebrook location. Bring photo ID, insurance card if available, and proof of income for sliding-scale eligibility. Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance accepted.

603-237-8336 · 141 Corliss Ln, Colebrook, NH 03576 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

9. NH Healthy Families – Managed Care — Free

NH Healthy Families is a Medicaid managed-care plan serving New Hampshire families enrolled through Granite Advantage and traditional Medicaid. Fathers with Medicaid can call 866-769-3085 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm for help choosing a plan, finding a primary care provider, or understanding benefits. Have your Medicaid ID, Social Security number, and household information ready. Member services handle prior authorizations, transportation, and pharmacy questions free of charge.

866-769-3085 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

10. Elliot Hospital – Manchester — Paid

Elliot Hospital is a full-service hospital in Manchester with a 24/7 emergency room, inpatient care, specialty clinics, and community health programs. Fathers needing emergency care can go directly to the ER at 1 Elliot Way anytime; for scheduled services or financial counseling call 603-669-5300. Bring photo ID, insurance card if available, and a list of current medications. Charity care and payment plans available for patients meeting income guidelines.

603-669-5300 · 1 Elliot Way, Manchester, NH 03103 · 24/7 ER · Visit Website

11. Cheshire Medical Center – Keene — Paid

Cheshire Medical Center is a full-service hospital serving southwestern New Hampshire with a 24/7 emergency room, inpatient care, primary and specialty clinics, and community health programs. Fathers can visit the Court Street Keene campus anytime for emergencies or call 603-354-5400 for scheduled care and financial counseling. Bring photo ID, insurance card if you have one, and a medication list. Charity care and payment plans available for patients meeting income guidelines.

603-354-5400 · 580 Court St, Keene, NH 03431 · 24/7 ER

12. Wentworth-Douglass Hospital – Dover — Paid

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is a full-service hospital serving Strafford County with a 24/7 emergency room, inpatient care, specialty clinics, and community health programs. Fathers can visit the Central Avenue Dover campus anytime for emergencies or call 603-742-5252 for scheduled services and financial counseling. Bring photo ID, insurance card if available, and a current medication list. Charity care and payment plans available for patients meeting income guidelines.

603-742-5252 · 789 Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820 · 24/7 ER · Visit Website

13. Southern NH Medical Center – Nashua — Paid

Southern NH Medical Center is a full-service hospital in Nashua with a 24/7 emergency room, inpatient care, primary and specialty clinics, and community health programs. Fathers can visit the Prospect Street campus anytime for emergencies or call 603-577-2000 for scheduled services and financial counseling. Bring photo ID, insurance card if you have one, and a list of current medications. Charity care and payment plans available for patients meeting income guidelines.

603-577-2000 · 8 Prospect St, Nashua, NH 03060 · 24/7 ER · Visit Website

14. Lakes Region General Hospital – Laconia — Paid

Lakes Region General Hospital is a full-service hospital serving Belknap County and the Lakes Region with a 24/7 emergency room, inpatient care, specialty clinics, and community health programs. Fathers can visit the Highland Street Laconia campus anytime for emergencies or call 603-524-3211 for scheduled services and financial counseling. Bring photo ID, insurance card if available, and a current medication list. Charity care and payment plans available for patients meeting income guidelines.

603-524-3211 · 80 Highland St, Laconia, NH 03246 · 24/7 ER

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.