Department of Health
Prenatal Health
35 Woodfin Street
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 250-5000
The Women’s Health Clinic provides comprehensive Prenatal services for expectant parents, which include lab testing, office visits, ultrasounds, non-stress testing, education, and referrals.
When it is time for delivery, the physician at Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) will care for the new mother and baby at Mission Hospitals. After delivery, the Department of Health can continue to provide care for the new mother.
In addition, pregnancy testing is provided at no charge to any woman requesting this service. No appointment is needed for a pregnancy test.
Prenatal Health Care Services include:
- Comprehensive Prenatal Care
- On-site Laboratory, and Ultrasound tests
- Client education, counseling, and referrals as appropriate
- Post-partum care
- Childbirth and parenting class | en Español
- Free language assistance available
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
How to get an appointment for Prenatal Services
After verification of pregnancy, the client is scheduled for a Prenatal History appointment and a Prenatal Physical appointment. Thereafter, she is scheduled for her next appointment at the end of each visit with the doctor. If the client has an urgent problem, she can call 250-5000 and will likely be seen that day.
Post-partum checks are due six weeks after delivery. Clients who have previously been seen for prenatal services at the Department of Health should call 250-5000 six weeks after their delivery date for a post-partum appointment, which usually can be scheduled within 48 hours.
What to bring with you
When you come in for an appointment at the Department of Health, make sure to bring any insurance information you have including your Medicaid card or other insurance card. Please bring proof of your current income. This could be a recent pay stub, bank statement, or other document that shows your current household income. This is to help us determine what portion of the charges for your visit you may be asked to pay.
Also be sure to bring any Medical Records you may have. This will help us provide you with the best possible care.
How are services paid for?
Women’s Health services accept self-pay, Medicaid, Medicare and many private insurances. Most services are provided on a sliding fee scale and eligible participants may receive care at no charge. (Fees are based on family size and income.)
Contact Information
Sharon K. West, RN
Clinical Services Administrator
(828) 250-5000
sharon.west@buncombecounty.org
For a listing of county-wide programs & services offered by Buncombe County Government for expectant mothers, please visit our Services For Mothers
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