Healthcare in New Jersey

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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 Jersey

New Jersey Superior Court Family Part handles family law in each of its 15 vicinages. The Office of Child Support Services operates under DHS. Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Elizabeth, and Trenton are the largest cities. Legal Services of New Jersey coordinates six regional LSC-funded programs covering all 21 counties.

16 Resources

1. NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid) — Free

NJ FamilyCare is New Jersey's public health insurance program for low-income individuals, families, children, and pregnant women. Covers medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health services at little or no cost. Call 1-800-701-0710 or apply online at njfamilycare.org Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm. Apply through NJOneApp or your county Board of Social Services. Bring proof of income, household size, and residency. Coverage typically begins quickly after approval. Children and pregnant women receive priority enrollment.

1-800-701-0710 · Apply online or at local County Board of Social Services · Online 24/7; phone Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

2. Healthcare.gov - NJ Marketplace — Free

Federal health insurance marketplace at healthcare.gov allows NJ residents to compare and enroll in ACA-compliant health insurance plans with financial assistance available based on income. Call 1-800-318-2596 any time, 24 hours a day. Open enrollment runs annually in the fall with special enrollment for qualifying life events. Premium tax credits and cost-sharing reductions available to most NJ households. Navigators and certified enrollment assisters can provide free help selecting a plan that fits your needs and budget.

1-800-318-2596 · Online resource · Online 24/7; phone 24/7 · Visit Website

3. Newark Community Health Center — Paid

Federally Qualified Health Center providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and social services to Newark residents regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Located at 741 Broadway. Call 973-483-1300 for appointments Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm. Services offered on a sliding fee scale based on household income. No one is turned away. Accepts NJ FamilyCare, Medicaid, Medicare, and uninsured patients. Comprehensive services include preventive care, chronic disease management, and referrals to specialists.

973-483-1300 · 741 Broadway, Newark, NJ 07104 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

4. CAMcare Health Corporation (Camden) — Paid

CAMcare Health Corporation is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing primary care, dental, pediatrics, and behavioral health services for underserved communities in Camden County on a sliding fee scale. Located at 817 Federal St in Camden with additional locations. Call 856-583-2400 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with some evening hours. Accepts NJ FamilyCare, Medicaid, Medicare, and uninsured patients. No one is turned away for inability to pay. Services include chronic disease management and preventive care.

856-583-2400 · 817 Federal St, Camden, NJ 08103 (and other locations) · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; some evening hours · Visit Website

5. Metropolitan Family Health Network (Jersey City) — Paid

Metropolitan Family Health Network is a Federally Qualified Health Center serving Hudson County with affordable primary care, dental, OB/GYN, behavioral health, and pediatric services at multiple Jersey City locations on a sliding fee scale. Located at 935 Garfield Ave. Call 201-478-5800 Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5pm. Accepts NJ FamilyCare, Medicare, and most insurance plans. No one is turned away for inability to pay. Services include prenatal care, immunizations, and chronic disease management.

201-478-5800 · 935 Garfield Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304 (and other locations) · Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm · Visit Website

6. Zufall Health Center (Dover/Central NJ) — Paid

Zufall Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services across 7 locations in Morris, Sussex, Hunterdon, and Warren counties. Located at 18 W Blackwell St in Dover. Call 973-328-3344; hours vary by location, most open Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with some Saturday hours. Sliding fee scale based on income. Accepts NJ FamilyCare, Medicare, and most insurers. No one is turned away for inability to pay.

973-328-3344 · 18 W Blackwell St, Dover, NJ 07801 (and other locations) · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; some Saturday hours · Visit Website

7. NJ Primary Care Association — Paid

Statewide network of 24 Federally Qualified Health Centers operating 150+ sites across NJ providing comprehensive, affordable healthcare regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Call 609-394-0022 or search by ZIP code at njpca.org to find a nearby health center. All FQHCs offer sliding scale fees, accept NJ FamilyCare and Medicaid, and are required by law to see patients regardless of ability to pay. Services typically include primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy at each site.

609-394-0022 · Find a health center on website by zip code · Varies by location · Visit Website

8. NJ OneApp (Benefits Portal) — Free

NJ OneApp is an online portal for applying to NJ FamilyCare, SNAP food assistance, cash assistance, and other benefits in one unified application. Available at NJOneApp.gov 24 hours a day. Call 1-800-687-9512 for assistance. Check eligibility, upload documents, track application status, and manage existing benefits without visiting an office. Bring proof of income, identity, residency, and household composition. A streamlined way for NJ residents to access multiple benefit programs simultaneously.

1-800-687-9512 · Online resource · Online 24/7

9. NJ Poison Control Center — Free

NJ Poison Control Center provides free 24/7 emergency guidance for poisoning emergencies and toxic exposures statewide. Call 800-222-1222 any time. Specialists answer immediately to assess severity, provide treatment guidance, and advise whether emergency room care is needed. Handles questions about medications, household chemicals, plants, food, and other toxic substances. Free, confidential, and available to all NJ residents. Save this number in your phone for immediate access during a poisoning emergency.

800-222-1222 · 24/7/365 · Visit Website

10. NeedyMeds – NJ Prescription Help — Free

NeedyMeds provides a comprehensive database of patient assistance programs offering free or deeply discounted medications for NJ residents who cannot afford their prescriptions. Call 800-503-6897 or search by drug name at needymeds.org 24 hours a day. Find manufacturer assistance programs, free clinics, and discount drug cards. Programs are available for brand-name and generic medications. No income verification required to search the database. Helps uninsured and underinsured NJ residents access critical medications affordably.

800-503-6897 · Online 24/7 · Visit Website

11. Eric B. Chandler Health Center (New Brunswick FQHC) — Paid

Eric B. Chandler Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center in New Brunswick providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and WIC services to residents regardless of insurance or ability to pay. Located at 277 George St. Call 732-235-6700 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm. Accepts NJ FamilyCare, Medicare, Medicaid, and uninsured patients. Sliding fee scale available based on household income. A key health resource for Central NJ's low-income and uninsured communities in the New Brunswick area.

732-235-6700 · 277 George St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

12. Henry J. Austin Health Center (Trenton FQHC) — Paid

Henry J. Austin Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center in Trenton providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services on a sliding fee scale based on income. Located at 321 N Warren St. Call 609-278-5900 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm. Accepts NJ FamilyCare, Medicaid, Medicare, and uninsured patients. No one is turned away for inability to pay. Serves Mercer County's low-income and uninsured residents with comprehensive preventive and chronic care services.

609-278-5900 · 321 N Warren St, Trenton, NJ 08618 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

13. Ocean Health Initiatives (Lakewood FQHC) — Paid

Ocean Health Initiatives is a Federally Qualified Health Center serving Ocean County residents with primary care, dental, and behavioral health services at multiple locations across the county. Located at 1208 Prospect St in Lakewood. Call 732-363-6655 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm. Accepts NJ FamilyCare, Medicaid, Medicare, and uninsured patients. Sliding fee scale available based on income. No one turned away. Serves Ocean County's growing and diverse communities with comprehensive affordable healthcare.

732-363-6655 · 1208 Prospect St, Lakewood, NJ 08701 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

14. Planned Parenthood of Northern NJ — Paid

Planned Parenthood of Northern NJ provides reproductive healthcare, STI testing and treatment, cancer screenings, contraception, and primary care services at multiple NJ locations on a sliding fee scale. Call 800-230-7526 for appointments; hours vary by location. Accepts NJ FamilyCare and most insurance plans. Uninsured patients are seen on sliding scale fees. Services are confidential. Patients of all genders and backgrounds are welcome. Walk-in testing may be available at select locations.

800-230-7526 · Multiple NJ locations · Hours vary · Visit Website

15. RxAssist – NJ — Free

RxAssist provides a free database of pharmaceutical manufacturer patient assistance programs offering free or reduced-cost medications for NJ residents who cannot afford their prescriptions. Search by drug name at rxassist.org 24 hours a day. Find eligibility requirements and application instructions for each program. Many programs provide brand-name medications at no cost to qualifying patients. Ideal for uninsured or underinsured NJ residents managing chronic conditions requiring expensive medications.

Online 24/7 · Visit Website

16. Horizon NJ Health (Medicaid HMO) — Free

Horizon NJ Health is NJ's largest Medicaid managed care plan covering over 500,000 members across the state. Call 800-682-9090 for member services; 24-hour nurse line available. Find in-network primary care, specialists, dental, and behavioral health providers at horizonnjhealth.com. Covers NJ FamilyCare-eligible individuals and families. Members receive preventive care, prescription coverage, mental health services, and care management support at no or low cost based on eligibility.

800-682-9090 · 24/7 nurse line · 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.