Community Health Center of Meriden
Primary Care • Meriden, CT • Since 1972
About
Summary: Community Health Center (CHC),Inc. is a nonprofit provider of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services based in Middletown, CT, founded in 1972. It operates widely in Connecticut with a large patient base (over 145,000 active patients) and emphasizes patient-centered, innovative care through models like PCMH and the Weitzman Institute. CHC offers medical, dental, behavioral health, and specialty services, and runs affiliated training programs and national practice transformation initiatives (e.g., National Nurse Practitioner Residency, National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement). The organization reported about 727 employees and approx. $6.8M in annual revenue, with a presence in 24 countries per the provided highlights (likely broader data, not all locally verifiable). CHC operates multiple locations in Connecticut, including the Danbury site with roles such as Call Center Specialist and Medical Assistant, and has its HQ at 635 Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457. Contact: 860-347-6971. If you’re specifically looking for the Community Health Center of Meriden, note that the provided information centers on CHC, Inc. headquartered in Middletown and does not detail a separate Meriden site.
Clinic Type
Primary Care
Address
Community Health Center of Meriden, Meriden, CT
Phone
203-237-2229
WhereverYouAre@chc1.com
Opening Hours
Mon-Sat: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM (Quest Hours 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sun 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, hours may vary)
Telehealth
https://www.chc1.com/telehealth
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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Current Offers
New patient welcome
FAQs
What services are offered?
Comprehensive primary medical care, behavioral health, dentistry, on-site pharmacy, lactation/breast cancer screening, nutrition counseling, prenatal/women’s health, chiropractic, podiatry, HIV services, pediatrics, school-based health, and more.
What services are offered at Community Health Center of Meriden?
Comprehensive primary medical care for adults and children; behavioral health services; dentistry; on-site pharmacy and pharmacist counseling; insurance application assistance; breast/cervical cancer screening programs; nutrition counseling; prenatal and women’s health; chiropractic care; podiatry; HIV treatment and support; same-day care; acupuncture.
Is there parking available for patients?
There are two lots available for patient parking; handicap and stroller parking is available to the right of the building, main patient lot is to the left of the building on State St.
Are there any special programs for uninsured or financial assistance?
Assistance with application for public insurance and other support programs.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye: 2.8 out of 5 stars (based on 31 reviews) (31 reviews aggregate)
Patients praise
- Some patients appreciate individual providers who are knowledgeable and helpful
- Recognition of specific staff members for exemplary service and professional management
- Convenient location for local residents
Common complaints
- Long wait times for appointments and while at the facility
- Issues with administrative organization, such as prescription errors and communication delays
- Concerns regarding staff professionalism and bedside manner
- Difficulty reaching providers or receiving call-backs
- Inconsistent quality of care reported by some patients
"Every prenatal appointment i have takes 2 hours when it should only take 30 minutes at most. Most of my time is spent sitting around waiting for my name to be called. Not to mention the nurses are rude when i ask what is taking so long."
— Patient review on LocalityBiz"I had the distinct pleasure of dealing with the operation manager, Andrea Dobrozensky... It has run so much more proficient. Everybody's got a smile on their face. It seems like they genuinely want to help... Total different atmosphere than it was in the past."
— Patient review on LocalityBiz"The worst clinic I have ever dealt with. They told me that I would get a call back after trying numerous times to get a hold of my doctor and I never get one from the doctor or her nurse."
— Patient review on A-Better-Place.comSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Community Health Center, Inc. Celebrates Major Policy Wins during National Breastfeeding Month & Black Breastfeeding Week — Aug 28, 2025
- Theresa Wiblishauser, CSW - Clinical Social Worker in Meriden, CT — May 14, 2026
- Lila M. Purvis, CSW - Clinical Social Worker in Meriden, CT — May 14, 2026
- Community Health Center to stop accepting United Healthcare insurance – NBC Connecticut — Aug 6, 2025
- Community Health Center, Inc. Launches First of its Kind Rural Maternal Mobile Health Unit — Jul 30, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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