Essex - Community Health Centers of Burlington
Primary Care • Essex, VT • Since 1971
About
Summary: Community Health Centers of Burlington (CHC Burlington) is a nonprofit health care organization based in Burlington, VT, offering primary care, dental, behavioral health, and preventive services to patients of all ages. Founded in 1971, CHC is a Federally Qualified Health Center serving about 34,000 patients across 12 offices in Vermont, including locations in Essex Junction and Burlington. The center emphasizes accessible, compassionate care with extended hours and support services, employing around 124 staff and reporting annual revenue of roughly $35.3M. Contact: info@chcb.org | 802.864.6309. Address in Essex Junction: 87 Main St, Essex Junction, VT 05452.
Clinic Type
Primary Care
Address
87 Main Street, Essex Junction, Vermont 05452
Phone
(802) 404-1350
info@chcb.org
Opening Hours
Essex location: Hours not fully listed; Medical/Mental Health & Psychiatry Services: Monday – Friday 7:30am – 5:00pm; on Thursdays 12:00pm – 1:00pm staff meeting closure; Patient Support Services: Monday and Thursday 8:00am – 4:30pm; Walk-ins/appointments open as per location; On-call nurse/provider available for urgent needs outside hours; Essex location opening 7:30am; calls start 8:00am
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Billing and payment information available, Patient portal online payments
Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What are Essex location hours?
Essex location opens at 7:30am; phone calls begin at 8:00am.
What are the hours for Patient Support Services?
Hours: Monday and Thursday 8:00am – 4:30pm. Will be closed for walk-ins and appointments on Wednesdays.
What is the Essex location contact or appointment process?
Please call to schedule an appointment or become a patient at this new location.
Is there a note about holiday hours?
CHC is closed Friday, July 3 for the holiday. Our on-call nurse/provider is available for urgent needs by calling your specific health center location.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- TrustReviewers.com: 3.2/5 stars (77 reviews (network-wide))
- Facebook: 68% recommendation rate (38 reviews (network-wide))
- BestProsInTown: Not explicitly provided (30 reviews (Essex location))
Patients praise
- Compassionate and professional doctors/medical staff
- Clean and modern facilities
- Efficient and knowledgeable dental care in some cases
- Helpful and friendly front desk staff reported by some patients
Common complaints
- Difficulties with appointment scheduling
- Long wait times
- Poor communication and customer service experiences
- Concerns regarding dental care approach for anxious patients
"Always a positive experience, from the front desk to med staff. Courteous, knowledgable, and efficient."
— A-Better-Place.com user review"We have no open appointments you would have to come tomorrow... I explained I called early and the lady said I could come in... with no response she simply hungup."
— A-Better-Place.com user reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Howard Center’s mental health urgent care marks first anniversary — Oct 30, 2025
- Important Information for Patients on Medicaid - Community Health Centers — Jun 11, 2026
- Community Justice Centers to close; Chittenden consolidates | Local News | miltonindependent.com — Jul 1, 2026
- Chittenden Clinic - Howard Center — Sep 23, 2025
- Turning Point Recovery Center opens new space in Essex Junction — Apr 21, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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Summary: - UVM Health – University of Vermont Medical Center (UVM Medical Center) is a nonprofit academic medical center and part of The University of Vermont Health Network. - It serves Vermont and northern New York as the region’s tertiary care center with integrated patient care, education, and research. - The system includes 6 hospitals and focuses on high-value care through an Integrated Delivery System, emphasizing compassionate, community-oriented service. - Headquarters and main address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington, VT 05401; additional location at 462 Shelburne Road, Burlington, VT 05401. - Contact: General lines include 802-847-0000 among others; main branding often referred to as UVM Health or UVM Medical Center. - For Adult Primary Care specifically in Essex: the summary does not list a dedicated Essex primary care clinic; the system provides adult primary care through its network, with primary care services typically anchored in Vermont locations. Consider contacting the main lines or using the UVM Health website to locate the nearest Essex-area or Burlington primary care provider within the network.
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