services
for children /health care
The Child Primary Care Clinic gives children birth to 18 complete care. The staff is experieinced and enjoys working with children. If you wish, you can choose the care team you want your child to visit regularly. This helps us to get to know you and your child's needs.
It is our goal to give your child the best care. Our well child visits give a complete and caring picture of your child's needs. We take care of children when they are sick and when they are well. We make sure they are growing like they should.
| County Agency | Department of Health |
|---|---|
| Address | 35 Woodfin Asheville, NC 28801 |
| Hours of Operation | Tuesday, Wednesday,
Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm (Last appointment 4:00pm) Monday and Thursday: 8:00am - 7:00pm (Last appointment at 5:45pm) |
| Contact Info | (828) 250-5000 |
Child Health Care services include:
- Same day sick care appointments
- Regular health care check ups
- Physical assessment, diagnosis, treatment
- Referral and follow-up
- Developmental assessment
- Medical management
- Laboratory testing
- Vision, hearing, and dental screening
- Immunizations
- Care for acute illnesses
How to get an appointment for your child at the Department of Health
Any child can be seen at the Department of Health, from newborn to age 18. Generally, regular check-ups and physical exams are scheduled about one week in advance.
In addition to the Doctors on our staff, services are provided by Nurse Practioners, Physician's Assistants, and certified Nurse Screeners.
If your child is ill, he or she will be seen as soon as possible, often the same day that you call for the appointment.
Please call 250-5000 to set up an appointment.
What do you do if you don't have an appointment?
Clients who come to the Department of Health without an appointment are directed to a telephone in the lobby to access the scheduling center. If an appointment is not available, the patient (or parent) may speak to a Registered Nurse for advice.
When you bring your child 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. If you do not have insurance, 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 child's visit you may be asked to pay.
Also be sure to bring a copy of the child's current Immunization Record as well as any other Medical Records you may have for the child. This will help us provide the best possible care for your child.
Clinical services accept self-pay, Medicaid and private insurance. 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).