CHESI-Carmi Community Health Center

CHESI-Carmi Community Health Center is one of several locations operated by Community Health & Emergency Services, Inc. (CHESI), a well-established non-profit organization founded in 1981. CHESI aims to address unmet healthcare needs in Southern Illinois, serving seven counties: Alexander, Hardin, Jackson, Pope, Pulaski, Saline, and White. The Carmi location, situated at 1400 W Main St, Carmi, IL 62821, is a key access point for integrated healthcare services in the region. CHESI's mission emphasizes providing quality, comprehensive, and responsive care. They are known for their commitment to accessibility, ensuring that no one is turned away regardless of their financial situation, offering sliding fee scales and assisting with insurance enrollment (including Medicaid). The services offered at CHESI-Carmi Community Health Center are broad and designed to meet diverse community needs. These include general primary medical care, family planning services (such as birth control and emergency contraception), and sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing. Beyond these specific offerings, CHESI as an organization also provides dental services, behavioral healthcare, substance abuse treatment, and various specialty services. They accept walk-in appointments and offer telemedicine options for increased flexibility and patient convenience. CHESI has a long history of serving its community, even operating an emergency room for 18 months when a local hospital closed. This demonstrates their dedication to providing essential healthcare services. The organization is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and is committed to a "whole person care" approach, integrating various aspects of health to ensure comprehensive patient well-being.