Primary Health Care – South Side

Primary Health Care - South Side is a medical clinic in Des Moines, IA. It operates as part of Primary Health Care, a Federally Qualified Health Center that has served Central Iowa since 1981. The South Side location, also referred to as the BEC Clinic, provides primary medical care, dental care, behavioral health services, pediatric care, and medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder. The clinic serves patients and families across the community, accepting Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance plans. A sliding fee scale is available for those without coverage, and the organization states it will not turn a patient away regardless of ability to pay. The clinic holds a rating of 3.50 based on 2 reviews.

The facility integrates multiple health disciplines into a single connected system to reduce the burden on patients navigating care alone. Medical services include annual check-ups, chronic condition management, and same-day sick visits for all ages. Dental offerings cover preventive and restorative care, including cleanings, exams, fillings, extractions, and urgent dental needs. Behavioral health services provide individual and family therapy, medication management, and care coordination for anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. Pediatric care focuses on well-child visits, vaccines, and school or sports physicals for children and teens. For substance use support, the clinic combines medication with counseling to support long-term recovery. The team utilizes a model of same-day warm handoffs, where a provider introduces a patient directly to a behavioral health therapist, dental provider, or pharmacist as needed. Staff assist with insurance enrollment and provide interpreter services at no cost to patients.

The clinic is located at 2401 SE 14th St, situated on the main road of Southeast 14th Street. It is positioned about half a mile from Pioneer Park, a local park and neighborhood area. Indianola Avenue is also within half a mile of the site, and the Wilchinski Standpipe water tower is located approximately 0.6 miles away. Free onsite parking is available, with accessible spaces near the front doors. Public transit service is accessible via DART routes.

Primary Health Care - South Side stands as a multi-disciplinary health center in Des Moines, combining medical, dental, and behavioral services to provide comprehensive care for the local community.

Services:

• Behavioral Health
• Behavioral Health Therapy
• Chronic Illness Management
• Dental Services
• Medication-Assisted Treatment
• Pediatric Care
• Pediatrics
• Primary Medical Care