Ellsworth Free Clinic in Hancock County Maine
Internal Medicine • Ellsworth, ME
About
Ellsworth Free Medical Clinic is a small healthcare provider based in Ellsworth, Maine (Hancock County). It offers routine medical services focused on long-term condition management (e.g., diabetes), vaccinations, and general physical exams. The clinic operates at two addresses in Ellsworth, including 248 State St, Ellsworth, ME 04605. It appears to employ a very small team and serves primarily patients in the United States, with modest web traffic and high engagement per visit. Contact: office@ellsworthfreeclinic.org, phone numbers (207) 667-7953 and (207) 664-0802.
Clinic Type
Internal Medicine
Address
248 State St #16, Ellsworth, ME 04605
Phone
(207) 667-7953
office@ellsworthfreeclinic.org
Opening Hours
Office Hours: Monday 8 am–5 pm; Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 8 am–12 noon
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
EFMC does not bill patients, federal/state programs, or private insurance companies for services; services are provided by licensed volunteers.
Free of charge for eligible services, Donations, Volunteer support
Languages Spoken
Pricing
Current Offers
How to Become a Patient — N/A
FAQs
What services does EFMC provide?
Free primary care, routine healthcare, mental health counseling, basic lab tests and x-rays, referrals, and access to prescription assistance.
Who is eligible for services?
Uninsured or inadequately insured individuals in Downeast Maine and surrounding counties.
What services does Ellsworth Free Medical Clinic provide?
The clinic provides a broad range of medical services by appointment, including routine primary care, basic lab tests and x-rays (free of charge to patients through Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital), and referrals to specialty care at reduced costs.
Who is eligible for care at EFMC?
The clinic serves uninsured and inadequately insured patients; most patients reside in Hancock County.
Are there any programs or affiliations mentioned?
Programs include Primary Care Practice, Referrals to Specialty Physician Groups, Access to Prescription Assistance, Access to Free Care at Northern Light (income based), Dental Program, Mental Health Counseling, Physical Therapy, and Holistic Wellness.
Does EFMC bill patients or insurance?
EFMC does not bill patients, federal/state programs, or private insurance companies for services.
Where is EFMC located?
248 State St # 16, Ellsworth, ME 04605.
What are the hours of operation?
Office Hours: Monday 8 am to 5 pm; Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8 to 12 noon.
How can I contact the clinic?
Phone: (207) 667-7953; Email: office@ellsworthfreeclinic.org.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- BBB and Free Clinic Directory: A+ (BBB rating) (No formal public reviews available on major directories)
Patients praise
- Provides free, compassionate primary care for the uninsured and underinsured
- Offers broad range of services including specialty referrals, prescription assistance, mental health counseling, and dental programs
- Volunteer-run and long-standing community service since 1992
Common complaints
- Patients may file a complaint regarding privacy rights with the clinic board or the Secretary of Health and Human Services
Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- New outpatient clinic could close methadone gap in Ellsworth — Mar 25, 2026
- Methadone treatment clinic will open in Ellsworth this year | Local News | foxbangor.com — May 13, 2026
- Opioid treatment center may open in Ellsworth | Health | ellsworthamerican.com — Apr 1, 2026
- Insurance-free clinics grow in Maine amid frustration with health systems — Aug 8, 2025
- Maine Coast Hospital aims to ensure sustainability after speculation of financial pressure | Health | ellsworthamerican.com — Jul 30, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More internal medicine clinics in Ellsworth
Northern Light Health is Maine’s largest integrated nonprofit health system, headquartered in Brewer. Founded in 1983, it operates 9 member hospitals, 37 primary care locations, 8 nursing homes, and a large physician-led medical group, employing over 12,000 people in Maine. It provides a statewide footprint from Portland to Presque Isle and Blue Hill to Greenville, with 21 U.S. offices including its Ellsworth/Downtown Ellsworth presence implied by the request. For primary care in Ellsworth, Northern Light Primary Care would be the local clinic network option under the Northern Light Health system.
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