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 Mexico

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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 Mexico

New Mexico district courts handle divorce and custody in each of its 13 judicial districts. The Child Support Enforcement Division operates under HSD. Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, and Santa Fe are the largest cities. New Mexico Legal Aid (NMLA) is the statewide LSC-funded civil legal aid organization.

13 Resources

1. beWellnm – Health Insurance Marketplace — Free

New Mexico's state-based health insurance marketplace for comparing, enrolling in, and getting subsidies for qualified health plans and Medicaid. Dads can apply year-round for Medicaid and during open enrollment for private plans. Call 833-862-3935 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm or apply at bewellnm.com. Certified assisters provide free help in English, Spanish, and other languages.

833-862-3935 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

2. First Choice Community Healthcare – ABQ — Paid

Federally qualified health center in Albuquerque offering primary care, dental, behavioral health, and women's services to patients regardless of insurance status. Sliding-scale fees are available for low-income fathers and families. Visit 2001 El Centro Familiar SW, call 505-873-7400 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm, or find satellite clinics at fcch.com. Medicaid and most insurance plans accepted.

505-873-7400 · 2001 El Centro Familiar SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

3. La Clinica de Familia – Las Cruces — Paid

Community health center serving southern New Mexico with primary care, behavioral health, dental, and women's services on a sliding scale. La Clinica accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and uninsured patients, including fathers and families in Dona Ana County. Visit 385 Calle de Alegra in Las Cruces, call 575-526-9340 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm, or find satellite clinics at lcdfnm.org.

575-526-9340 · 385 Calle de Alegra, Las Cruces, NM 88005 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

4. Christus St. Vincent – Santa Fe — Paid

Full-service hospital and health system in Santa Fe offering 24/7 emergency care, surgical services, maternity, oncology, and outpatient clinics. Dads in northern New Mexico can use the ER around the clock at 455 St. Michaels Dr. Call 505-913-3361 for general information or visit christushealth.org to find a provider. Most insurance plans, Medicaid, and Medicare are accepted.

505-913-3361 · 455 St. Michaels Dr, Santa Fe, NM 87505 · 24/7 ER · Visit Website

5. NM Department of Health — Free

State health department administering immunizations, screenings, family planning, WIC, and public health programs across New Mexico. Fathers can find local public health offices for affordable vaccines, STI testing, and maternal-child health resources. Visit 1190 St. Francis Dr in Santa Fe, call 505-827-2613 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm, or locate clinics at nmhealth.org. Many services are free.

505-827-2613 · 1190 St. Francis Dr, Santa Fe, NM 87505 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

6. Hidalgo Medical Services – Silver City — Paid

Community health center in southwest New Mexico providing primary care, behavioral health, dental, and family services on a sliding-fee scale. HMS serves fathers, children, and seniors in Grant and Hidalgo counties from 530 DeMoss St in Silver City. Call 575-538-3011 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm or find clinics at hmsnm.org. Medicaid, Medicare, and sliding-scale self-pay accepted.

575-538-3011 · 530 DeMoss St, Silver City, NM 88061 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

7. San Juan Regional Medical Center — Paid

Full-service hospital for the Farmington area and Four Corners region, with 24/7 emergency services, maternity, surgery, cancer care, and outpatient clinics. Dads needing urgent care can go to 801 W Maple St in Farmington any time. Call 505-609-2000 for information or visit sanjuanregional.com to find a provider. Most insurance plans, Medicaid, Medicare, and IHS referrals are accepted.

505-609-2000 · 801 W Maple St, Farmington, NM 87401 · 24/7 ER · Visit Website

8. Eastern NM Medical Center – Roswell — Paid

Hospital serving Chaves County and eastern New Mexico with 24/7 emergency care, surgical services, maternity, and outpatient clinics. Dads in the Roswell area can access the ER around the clock at 405 W Country Club Rd. Call 575-622-8170 for information or visit enmmc.com to find a provider. Most insurance plans, Medicaid, Medicare, and TRICARE are accepted at the facility.

575-622-8170 · 405 W Country Club Rd, Roswell, NM 88201 · 24/7 ER · Visit Website

9. Lea Regional Medical Center – Hobbs — Paid

Community hospital serving Lea County and southeast New Mexico with 24/7 emergency care, surgical services, and outpatient specialty clinics. Fathers in Hobbs and surrounding communities can access the ER around the clock at 5419 N Lovington Hwy. Call 575-492-5000 for information or visit learegionalmedical.com to find a provider. Most insurance, Medicaid, and Medicare plans are accepted.

575-492-5000 · 5419 N Lovington Hwy, Hobbs, NM 88240 · 24/7 ER · Visit Website

10. Plains Regional Medical Center – Clovis — Paid

Presbyterian hospital serving eastern New Mexico with 24/7 emergency care, maternity, surgery, and outpatient specialty services. Dads in Clovis, Portales, and surrounding communities can access the ER around the clock at 2100 N Martin Luther King Blvd. Call 575-769-2141 for information or visit phs.org to find a provider. Most insurance plans, Medicaid, and Medicare are accepted.

575-769-2141 · 2100 N Martin Luther King Blvd, Clovis, NM 88101 · 24/7 ER · Visit Website

11. Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center — Paid

Community hospital in Alamogordo serving Otero County with 24/7 emergency services, maternity, surgery, and outpatient specialty clinics. Dads in southern New Mexico can access the ER around the clock at 2669 N Scenic Dr. Call 575-439-6100 for general information or visit gcrmc.org to find a provider. Most insurance plans, Medicaid, Medicare, and TRICARE are accepted at the facility.

575-439-6100 · 2669 N Scenic Dr, Alamogordo, NM 88310 · 24/7 ER · Visit Website

12. Gila Regional Medical Center – Silver City — Paid

Community hospital serving Grant County and southwest New Mexico with 24/7 emergency care, surgical services, and outpatient specialty clinics. Dads in Silver City and surrounding communities can access the ER around the clock at 1313 E 32nd St. Call 575-538-4000 for general information or visit grmc.org to find a provider. Most insurance plans, Medicaid, and Medicare are accepted.

575-538-4000 · 1313 E 32nd St, Silver City, NM 88061 · 24/7 ER · Visit Website

13. Holy Cross Hospital – Taos — Paid

Community hospital serving northern New Mexico with 24/7 emergency care, surgical services, primary care, and outpatient clinics. Dads in the Taos area can access the ER around the clock at 1397 Weimer Rd. Call 575-758-8883 for general information or visit taoshospital.org to find a provider. Most insurance plans, Medicaid, and Medicare are accepted at this community-owned facility.

575-758-8883 · 1397 Weimer Rd, Taos, NM 87571 · 24/7 ER · 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.