Primary Health Care Medical & Dental - Ames

Primary Health Care Medical & Dental - Ames

2.9 (82 reviews)
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in Ames, IA

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About

Primary Health Care Medical & Dental - Ames is a non-profit community health center in Ames, Iowa. It offers integrated medical, dental, and behavioral health services to all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay or insurance status. They focus on providing comprehensive and accessible care, including family medicine, pediatrics, behavioral health, and dental services.

Hours

Monday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tuesday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

Quick Info

Address

3510 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014

Phone

(515) 232-0628

Website

https://phciowa.org/ames/

Service options

  • Language assistance

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Cosmetic dentistry
  • Emergency services
  • Pediatric care

Amenities

  • Toilet

Planning

  • Appointments recommended

Payments

  • Credit cards

Planning

  • Accepts new patients

Payments

  • Cash only

About this person

  • Practitioner gender

Detailed Introduction

Primary Health Care Medical & Dental - Ames is a branch of Primary Health Care (PHC), a non-profit community health center established in Des Moines, IA, in 1981 by Dr. Bery Engebretsen. The Ames location, situated at 3510 Lincoln Way, offers a wide spectrum of integrated healthcare services, including primary medical care, dental care, and behavioral health services. Their mission is to provide healthcare and supportive services to everyone, irrespective of their insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay. The clinic provides preventative and acute care for both adults and children, encompassing family medicine, pediatrics, women's health (including Title X family planning and midwifery/maternal health), and chronic illness management. A significant aspect of their approach is the integration of behavioral health care with primary medical care, with licensed behavioral health consultants collaborating closely with primary care providers. They also offer substance use treatment, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT), and comprehensive HIV care and services. Primary Health Care Medical & Dental - Ames accepts most insurance plans, including Medicaid, and offers a sliding scale fee discount schedule for those who need it. They are committed to ensuring accessibility, providing enabling services like assistance with benefits enrollment, case management, transportation, and translation services. The clinic aims to address health challenges holistically, ensuring both physical and mental health are managed in tandem, and strives to empower patients through education and personalized care plans.

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Patient Reviews

2.9 out of 5
Kayla Mobley

Kayla Mobley

Every time we come here, front staff is very unprofessional. Constantly talking about their personal lives while ignoring patients when checking in. They cancel appointments if you don't call them in time to confirm appointments. I've also tried making appointments to have a tooth pulled and constantly gwt told to call back on Mondays at 8 and are conveniently always full.

January 10, 2025

Audrey Lair

Audrey Lair

If I could give zero stars, I would. Dr Just misled me by telling me she would bridge my care for one month. Without any valid medical explanation she changed my medication dose for no reason. She made this decision without reviewing imaging, records, or taking into consideration my previous doctor’s knowledge of my condition. PHC, after a 20 minute office visit in which she told me she would create a care bridge for me to have time to find a good physician, did not fulfill her promise I would not have picked up my medication had she been forthcoming.

Furthermore, PHC made rude comments about the decisions my doctor at McFarland had made regarding my care . He was a good doctor and very caring person. He made his decisions with care and medical knowledge. Had he not retired I would never have gone to PHC. The provider at PHC isn’t a full MD,, she is reckless, dishonest and makes decisions not based on testing, imaging or what your previous MD diagnosed.

PHC has no regard for the patient. She said one thing when I was there and then did something different after I left. Do not go to PHC.

January 21, 2025

Tiny Falcon

Tiny Falcon

Laura / Lauren I can never quite understand her. Is a completely unprofessional rude and mean. She has single-handedly going to make me find a new doctor's office. She makes everything so much harder than it needs to be. She always cops an attitude, and acts like she's so bothered by having to do her job. I wish She had never become a nurse cuz it's OBVIOUS she doesn't care about anyone

April 18, 2025

Robert Hwang

Robert Hwang

The worst dentist i have ever gone to. Left a root canal half done and I am in the worst pain I have ever been in my life. I cant even comprehend how terrible it is. I cant eat, I can't sleep, and I have a constant headache. I have called everyday and all I want is for this to be over but they are booked until June.

I'm at the mercy of their care. I'm told I am put on a list for care if there is appointment cancelation but I have no idea how kuch longer I can suffer like this. This is terrible. I came for help, and they somehow made it worse.

April 23, 2025

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Primary Health Care Medical & Dental - Ames

3510 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014

Contact Information

Address

3510 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014

Phone

(515) 232-0628

Website

https://phciowa.org/ames/

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