Prenatal Health

The Primary Care 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-St. Joseph;s Health Center. After delivery, the Health Center can continue to provide care for the new mother as well as her baby.

In addition, pregancy testing is provided at no charge to any woman requesting this service. No appointment is needed for a pregancy test.

• Comprehensive Prenatal Care
• On-site Laboratory, and Ultrasound tests
• Client education, counseling, and referrals as appropriate
• Post-partum care

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 Family Planning services at the Health Center should call six weeks after their delivery date for a post-partum appointment, which usually can be scheduled within 48 hours.

New babies should generally be seen 2 weeks after birth. Parents are encouraged to call shortly after the baby is born to schedule this appointment. We have appointment slots reserved for newborn check-ups to assure that all infants are seen at the recommended time.

When you come in for an appointment at the Health Center, 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 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.

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).