Community Information: This information connects neighbors with local health resources for information purposes only. Because clinic programs, costs, and hours change over time, we recommend checking with the clinic before your visit. This is not a commercial promotion or a solicitation for paid services.
Coachella Valley
Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Coachella Valley
Highlights & Cost: $0 (100% Free) medical and dental care. Operating as a volunteer-driven non-profit clinic funded entirely by grants and private donations, it does not accept or bill any insurance, Medicare, or Medi-Cal, guaranteeing absolute zero out-of-pocket costs.
Health Areas Treated: Primary adult medical care, pediatric care, chronic disease management (diabetes, high blood pressure), comprehensive dental care (cleaning, fillings, extractions), musculoskeletal treatments, mental health counseling, and translation assistance.
Patient Requirements: Open exclusively to completely uninsured residents of the Coachella Valley who are low-income and do not qualify for government programs like Medi-Cal.
Pre-Visit Info: Appointments are strictly required. New patients must call the clinic to complete a financial eligibility screening process before an initial appointment can be scheduled.
City & State: Indio, CA
Contact Info: 82-915 Avenue 48, Indio, CA 92201 | Phone: +1 760-342-4414 |
DAP Health (Desert AIDS Project) - Palm Springs Campus
Highlights & Cost: Government-Supported (Federally Qualified Health Center - FQHC). Fully accepts Medicare, Medi-Cal, commercial health insurance, and uninsured patients. Low-income or uninsured individuals utilize an adjustable sliding fee scale based on family income to keep care affordable.
Health Areas Treated: Comprehensive adult primary care, specialized HIV/AIDS and hepatitis C medical management, LGBTQ+ competent care, comprehensive dentistry, integrated behavioral health counseling, addiction medicine, and an on-site pharmacy.
Patient Requirements: Mandated by federal safety-net guidelines to evaluate all patients regardless of their insurance status, background, or absolute ability to pay.
Pre-Visit Info: Appointments are required for routine primary care and dental services. The health center operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
City & State: Palm Springs, CA (with additional clinical sites in Indio).
Contact Info: 1695 N Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 | Phone: +1 760-323-2118 |
Highlights & Cost: Government-Supported (Federally Qualified Health Center - FQHC). Accepts Medi-Cal, Medicare, Covered California, private insurance, and uninsured individuals. Offers an adjustable sliding fee scale mapped to federal poverty guidelines for uninsured patients.
Health Areas Treated: Family medicine, pediatric care, prenatal and women’s health services (OB/GYN), dental care, behavioral health counseling, podiatry, and specialized diabetes education.
Patient Requirements: Mandated by federal rules to treat all patients regardless of documentation status or immediate capacity to pay. Culturally responsive care is provided by a fully bilingual English and Spanish staff.
Pre-Visit Info: Appointments are highly recommended, though limited walk-in slots may be accommodated for acute needs. Bring proof of household income if applying for the sliding fee discount program.
City & State: Coachella, CA (with additional sites across Indio and the Imperial Valley).
Contact Info: 50-244 Harrison St, Coachella, CA 92236 | Phone: +1 760-398-0666 |
Riverside University Health System (RUHS) - Indio Family Care Center
Highlights & Cost: Government-Supported (County FQHC Health Center). Fully integrated into the county public safety net, it accepts Medi-Cal, Medicare, commercial health plans, and uninsured county residents. Subsidized care is provided through a sliding scale based on household size and income.
Health Areas Treated: Full-service adult family medicine, comprehensive pediatrics, prenatal care, routine immunizations, laboratory processing, and public program enrollment support (such as Medi-Cal and CalFresh).
Patient Requirements: Serves all residents living within Riverside County boundaries, prioritizing lower-income, underinsured, or highly vulnerable safety-net populations.
Pre-Visit Info: Scheduled appointments are required for standard in-clinic medical care. Operating hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
City & State: Indio, CA
Contact Info: 47-923 Oasis St, Indio, CA 92201 | Phone: +1 800-720-9553 |