Affordable Health Care Options for Las Vegas Residents
Medical and dental care can be difficult to afford when you are uninsured, underinsured, between jobs, or managing a tight household budget. Las Vegas has community health centers, sliding-fee clinics, teaching clinics, and public programs that can make routine care more affordable.
This guide focuses on lower-cost primary medical and dental care. It is different from our guides to Las Vegas Quick Care & Urgent Care and Las Vegas Hospitals.
If you have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Start Here: Finding Affordable Care
If cost is your main concern, a community health center or Federally Qualified Health Center is often a good place to start.
These clinics provide primary care to people regardless of insurance status and commonly use a sliding-fee system based on household income and family size.
Depending on the location, services may include:
- routine medical visits;
- preventive care and physical exams;
- care for common illnesses;
- management of diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, and other chronic conditions;
- pediatric care;
- women’s health;
- behavioral health;
- dental care;
- prescriptions or pharmacy services;
- and help applying for health coverage.
Important: A sliding-fee clinic is not necessarily free. Your charge may depend on income, household size, insurance, and the specific service you receive.
Low-Cost Medical Clinics in Las Vegas
Nevada Health Centers
Best for: Primary care, family medicine, pediatrics, some dental services, behavioral health, and sliding-fee care.
Nevada Health Centers is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center system serving insured, uninsured, and underinsured patients. It accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Nevada Check Up, and many private insurance plans and offers a Sliding Fee Discount Program based on family size and income.
Appointments: (800) 787-2568
Nevada Health Centers Financial Assistance
Eastern Family Medical & Dental
This Nevada Health Centers location is especially useful because it provides both medical and dental care at one site.
Address:
2212 S. Eastern Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Services include: Family medicine, pediatrics, behavioral health, and dental care.
Medical appointments: (702) 735-9334 or (800) 787-2568
Dental appointments: (702) 597-3898
Eastern Family Medical & Dental
Martin Luther King Family Health
Address:
1799 Mount Mariah Dr.
Las Vegas, NV 89106
This Nevada Health Centers clinic offers family medicine, pediatrics, behavioral health, and pharmacy services. Sliding-fee discounts are available to qualifying patients.
Appointments: (702) 383-1961 or (800) 787-2568
Martin Luther King Family Health
Las Vegas Health and Wellness Center
Address:
1450 N. Main St.
Las Vegas, NV 89101
This Nevada Health Centers location offers family medicine and services for people experiencing homelessness. It offers a sliding-fee scale, and services are provided at no charge to the homeless population under the clinic’s current program.
Appointments / Information: (800) 787-2568
Las Vegas Health and Wellness Center
Southern Nevada Community Health Center
Best for: Low-cost primary care, preventive care, family planning, behavioral health, sexual health, and chronic-condition management.
Southern Nevada Community Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center operated through the Southern Nevada Health District. It accepts Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and self-pay patients and offers a sliding-fee scale based on income and household size.
The health center states that patients will not be denied services because of an inability to pay.
Main Location:
280 S. Decatur Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89107
Phone: (702) 759-1700
Fremont Public Health Center:
2830 E. Fremont St.
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Southern Nevada Community Health Center
Sliding Fee & Payment Information
Hope Christian Health Center
Best for: Primary care and sliding-fee medical visits in Las Vegas and North Las Vegas.
Hope Christian Health Center is a nonprofit, faith-based Federally Qualified Health Center. It provides medical care regardless of ability to pay and offers a sliding-fee program based on household income and family size.
Appointments: (702) 644-4673
Current locations include:
- Martin Luther King Clinic: 4040 N. Martin L. King Blvd., Ste. A, North Las Vegas, NV 89032
- Corporate Center Clinic: 4357 Corporate Center Dr., Ste. 450, North Las Vegas, NV 89030
- Decatur Clinic: 4800 Alpine Pl., Ste. 10, Las Vegas, NV 89107
Hope also operates medical outreach services that bring primary care to partner locations around Southern Nevada.
Hope Christian Health Center
Hope Sliding Fee Scale Information
Low-Cost Dental Care in Las Vegas
Dental care is often harder to find at a reduced cost than routine medical care. Community health centers and teaching clinics can be useful alternatives to a traditional private dental office.
UNLV School of Dental Medicine
Best for: Lower-cost general dentistry provided by dental students under faculty supervision.
UNLV School of Dental Medicine operates teaching clinics where students provide care under the supervision of licensed faculty dentists. UNLV states that its student-clinic treatment fees are generally lower than those charged by private dental practices.
Services may include:
- exams;
- cleanings;
- fillings;
- crowns;
- extractions;
- dentures;
- root canals;
- and other general dental services.
New patients generally begin with a screening appointment to determine whether their dental needs are appropriate for treatment in the student clinics.
Shadow Lane Campus:
1700 W. Charleston Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89106
Screening / General Clinic: (702) 774-2400
Dental Urgent Care: (702) 774-2457
UNLV Community Dental Programs
UNLV also operates charitable community dental programs for certain qualifying groups. Availability, eligibility, application requirements, and clinic schedules vary.
Programs may include services for:
- qualifying lower-income patients;
- veterans without dental insurance who meet program requirements;
- children;
- people experiencing homelessness;
- and other underserved populations.
Eastern Family Medical & Dental
Nevada Health Centers’ Eastern Family Medical & Dental location provides dental care along with medical services and offers sliding-fee discounts based on family size and income.
Address:
2212 S. Eastern Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Dental appointments: (702) 597-3898
How Sliding-Fee Clinics Work
A sliding-fee program reduces the amount a qualifying patient pays based on factors such as:
- household income;
- family or household size;
- Federal Poverty Guidelines;
- insurance status;
- and the type of service received.
You may qualify even if you have insurance. Some clinics compare the sliding-fee amount with your insurance responsibility and use the lower qualifying charge.
What You May Need to Bring
Clinics may ask for documents such as:
- recent pay stubs;
- a W-2 or tax return;
- Social Security or benefit award letters;
- proof of household size;
- proof of Nevada residency;
- identification;
- insurance information, if you have coverage;
- and a list of medications.
Requirements vary by clinic. Call before your appointment if you are unsure what documentation is needed.
Do not assume that “sliding fee” means a specific fixed price. Income guidelines and charges can change.
Medicaid and Health Insurance Help
Nevada Medicaid
Nevada Medicaid provides health coverage to qualifying low-income residents and families. Covered services may include medical visits, prescriptions, dental services, and other health care.
You can apply through Nevada’s Access Nevada system.
Apply for Nevada Medical Assistance
Nevada Check Up
Nevada Check Up provides health coverage for qualifying children who do not qualify for Medicaid. Eligibility is based on household circumstances and income.
Use the same Nevada medical-assistance system to review eligibility and apply.
Health Coverage Enrollment Help
Nevada Health Centers can also help patients apply for Medicaid and qualified health plans at participating community health centers.
Help Paying for Prescriptions
Prescription costs can be a major part of medical expenses. Ask your clinic whether it offers:
- an on-site or affiliated pharmacy;
- discounted medications;
- generic alternatives;
- manufacturer assistance programs;
- or a referral to a prescription-payment assistance program.
Nevada 211 maintains a statewide directory of health-care resources, including prescription-payment assistance.
Before You Visit a Low-Cost Clinic
Calling first can prevent an unnecessary trip.
Ask These Questions
- Are you accepting new patients?
- Do you accept uninsured patients?
- Do you offer a sliding-fee discount?
- What proof of income or household size should I bring?
- Do I need an appointment?
- Are walk-ins accepted?
- Do you provide the specific medical or dental service I need?
- Do you accept my Medicaid or insurance plan?
- Are lab tests, x-rays, medications, or dental procedures charged separately?
Bring Useful Information
If available, bring:
- photo identification;
- insurance or Medicaid card;
- proof of income requested by the clinic;
- medication list;
- allergy information;
- relevant medical or dental records;
- and contact information for your previous providers.
When Low-Cost Primary Care Is Not the Right Choice
Community clinics are useful for routine and preventive care, but they are not substitutes for emergency treatment.
For Non-Emergency Same-Day Care
If you need prompt treatment for a minor illness or injury, see our Las Vegas Quick Care & Urgent Care Guide.
For Hospital or Emergency Care
For hospital locations and major medical facilities, see our Las Vegas Hospitals Guide.
Call 911 for a life-threatening emergency.
Find Additional Community Health Centers
The federal Health Resources and Services Administration maintains a nationwide locator for federally supported health centers.
Health centers are required to serve patients regardless of their ability to pay and adjust qualifying fees based on income and family size.
Nevada 211
Nevada 211 can help residents search for community clinics, free or reduced-cost health services, prescription assistance, insurance help, transportation, and other health-related resources.
Las Vegas Low-Cost Medical & Dental Clinics FAQ
Q: Where can I see a doctor in Las Vegas if I do not have health insurance?
A: Community health centers such as Nevada Health Centers, Southern Nevada Community Health Center, and Hope Christian Health Center serve uninsured patients and offer sliding-fee programs based on income and household size.
Q: What is a sliding-fee clinic?
A: A sliding-fee clinic reduces qualifying patient charges based on income and household size. The amount you pay depends on the clinic’s current program and your circumstances.
Q: Are sliding-fee clinics free?
A: Not necessarily. Some qualifying patients may receive substantial discounts, while others pay a reduced or full charge. Ask the clinic for its current sliding-fee requirements.
Q: Can I use a sliding-fee program if I have insurance?
A: Sometimes. Some community health centers allow insured and underinsured patients to apply for sliding-fee discounts based on household income and family size.
Q: Where can I get lower-cost dental care in Las Vegas?
A: Nevada Health Centers offers dental care at its Eastern Family Medical & Dental location, and UNLV School of Dental Medicine operates student teaching clinics where fees are generally lower than private-practice dental care.
Q: Is the UNLV dental clinic free?
A: Regular UNLV student dental clinics charge for treatment, although fees are generally lower than private practices. UNLV also operates certain charitable clinics for qualifying patients.
Q: Does Nevada Medicaid cover dental care?
A: Nevada Medicaid includes dental coverage for eligible members, although covered services and provider participation depend on the program and patient. Verify your current benefits before scheduling care.
Q: What should I bring when applying for a sliding-fee discount?
A: Clinics commonly request identification, proof of income, household information, and insurance information if you have coverage. Exact requirements vary by provider.
Q: Can a community clinic treat an emergency?
A: Community health centers are designed primarily for routine, preventive, and ongoing care. Call 911 or go to an emergency department for a life-threatening emergency.
Q: Where can I find more health-care assistance?
A: Nevada 211 and the federal HRSA Find a Health Center tool can help you locate additional health services and community clinics.
More Vegas4Locals Resources:
- Las Vegas Quick Care & Urgent Care
- Las Vegas Hospitals
- Las Vegas Disability Resources
- Vegas4Locals Community Resources
Accuracy note: Clinic services, eligibility rules, sliding-fee amounts, insurance participation, locations, appointment availability, and program requirements can change. Contact the provider directly before relying on a listing.
