CareSTL Health is a prominent
Federally Qualified Health Center (
FQHC) based in St. Louis, Missouri. Established with a rich history dating back to 1968 (chartered in 1969 as St. Louis Comprehensive Neighborhood Center), its core mission is to improve health outcomes in the community by providing comprehensive, multi-generational healthcare, education, and support to all who need it, regardless of income or socioeconomic status. They are committed to eliminating health disparities and empowering every community member to lead a long, healthy life.
CareSTL Health offers a broad spectrum of services designed to address the holistic health needs of its patients. These include:
primary care: Adult medicine,
pediatrics, family practice, immunizations, and general physical examinations.
Specialty Services: Optometry, podiatry,
women's health (including prenatal care and mammogram screenings), radiology (X-ray services), and laboratory services.
behavioral health: Clinical social workers and other specialists provide support for mental and emotional well-being, including integrated behavioral health care.
dental services: Routine cleanings, exams, fluoride treatments, sealants, X-rays, and some oral surgeries.
Pharmacy Services: Low-cost prescription options available at their locations.
Ancillary Services: Chiropractic services (in collaboration with Logan University), health education, and social services.
As an FQHC, CareSTL Health receives federal funding, which enables them to offer services on a sliding fee scale, ensuring access to care for self-pay and underinsured individuals. They serve over 30,000 patients annually across multiple locations in the St. Louis metropolitan area, including school-based health centers. The main clinic is located at 5471 Dr Martin Luther King Dr, St. Louis, MO 63112, with a phone number of (314) 367-5820 and a website at https://carestlhealth.org. They are also developing a new wellness campus to further expand their services and community impact.
CareSTL Health emphasizes patient-centered care, community engagement, commitment to comprehensive healthcare, compassion, and competence in their staff. While generally well-regarded for their mission and services, some external reviews have noted challenges related to management and communication, particularly concerning animal welfare services (it appears there might be some confusion with an unrelated animal shelter named Care STL on some review platforms). However, their primary focus remains on human health services.
