Athens Neighborhood Health Center

Athens Neighborhood Health Center is a medical center in Athens, GA. Founded in 1971 by four Clarke County women who recognized that many local residents were avoiding care because it did not feel accessible or welcoming, the organization now operates four locations across Athens-Clarke County. It provides medical care for residents and neighbors from surrounding communities. The center has been a Federally Qualified Health Center since 2012, meeting the standards of the Health Resources and Services Administration, and was recognized as a NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home in 2018. It holds a rating of 3.80 based on 66 reviews.

The center offers a wide range of services including family practice, pediatrics, dentistry, behavioral health, podiatry, imaging, immunization, and laboratory services. Family medicine providers serve as the first point of contact for adults, delivering preventive care, routine screenings, and treatment for conditions such as asthma, diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular issues. Pediatric services cover newborn care through adolescence, including developmental screens, routine immunizations, and sports physicals. Dental care includes preventive cleanings, fluoride applications, crowns, root canals, and emergency treatment. The pharmacy provides prescription refills, medication counseling, and same-day home delivery for eligible Clarke County patients. Lower-cost prescriptions are available through the Federal 340B Program. The center operates a sliding fee scale for uninsured and underinsured patients, with discounts based on household size and income, and accepts Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and self-pay.

The College Office is located at 675 College Ave, Athens, GA. It sits about a tenth of a mile from the Athens-Clarke County Fire Station #1, the Robo Dawg public artwork, the Thomas N. Lay Community Center, and the Lay Park Resource Center, with East Dougherty Street nearby.

The center is known for a steady record of repeat and referred customers, reflecting the trust local families place in its coordinated, patient-focused care.

Athens Neighborhood Health Center remains a cornerstone of accessible healthcare in Athens, GA, serving the community with a broad spectrum of medical, dental, and pharmacy services.

Services:

• Affordable Healthcare
• Behavioral Health
• Behavioral Health Services
• Chronic Disease Self-Management Support
• Family Care
• High Quality Medical Services
• Immunizations
• Medication Management