Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) | Texas DSHS
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) • Raton, NM
About
Summary: - The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is a Texas government agency that provides public health services and resources to promote and protect the health of Texans. - It operates as a government administration with headquarters in Austin, TX, and has multiple offices in the United States. - Key contact and identifiers: main phone lines 512-776-7111 and 888-963-7111; homepage dshs.texas.gov. - Notable metrics: about 1,370 employees; annual revenue around $325 million; industry/government agency profile. - For location details: HQ at 1100 W 49th St, Austin, TX 78756, with additional offices including 12300 Technology Blvd, Austin, TX 78727. - Aliases: Texas Department of State Health Services; commonly referred to as DSHS. Note: The provided content does not include specific information about Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) or any Texas DSHS Raton-related details. If you need FQHC-specific information in Texas or a location in Raton, please provide more context or specify the exact topic.
Clinic Type
Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
Address
1100 W 49th St, Austin, TX 78756, US
Phone
512-776-7518
TexasPCO@dshs.texas.gov
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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FAQs
What services do FQHCs provide?
Federally Qualified Health Centers provide comprehensive health care services to underserved communities, including potential dental, mental health, and substance use disorder treatment.
Who is eligible for services at FQHCs?
FQHCs serve Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, insured and uninsured individuals. Patients may be eligible for discounted services on a Sliding Fee Scale based on family size and income.
Can FQHCs deny services due to inability to pay?
No, FQHCs cannot deny services due to an inability to pay.
How are FQHCs funded?
FQHCs receive federal grant funds from HRSA/BPHC and may receive cost-based (or enhanced) payments for Medicaid/Medicare, among other funding sources.
Do FQHCs participate in NHSC?
Yes, FQHCs can participate in the National Health Service Corps (NHSC).
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye (Amistad Health - Robstown): 5.0 (24)
- Birdeye (Luling Community Health Center): 4.4 (230)
Patients praise
- Professional and courteous staff
- Providers who are attentive and caring
- Efficient and friendly front desk service
- Positive experiences with medical outcomes
Common complaints
- Billing and insurance issues (e.g., incorrect charges, difficulty reaching billing department)
- Unprofessional staff interactions
- Perceived lack of thoroughness in clinical exams
"Dr Ryan Hazelwood is MOST EXCELLENT!!!! HE ACTUALLY CARES ABOUT HIS PATIENTS and does his very best to get your health where it needs to be!!!!"
— Birdeye review for Luling Community Health Center"My husband has been going here for years and normally it's great but last year they billed labs incorrectly and now we have a $500 bill in collections because you can NEVER get a hold of anyone in billing."
— LocalityBiz review for Bastrop Community Health CenterSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- FQHCs and MCOs: Fostering Collaboration and Improving Healthcare Access for Texans - Episcopal Health Foundation — Feb 27, 2026
- North Texas community health centers worry government shutdown could impact services | KERA News — Oct 8, 2025
- Transforming Rural Health in Texas: How Strategic Alignment Drives Lasting Change — Dec 15, 2025
- A Novel Privacy-Preserving Approach to Enable Remote Data Access and Analytics at Federally Qualified Health Centers: Stop-HCC-HCV Program in South Texas — Aug 7, 2025
- Clínicas Comunitarias en Texas: La Puerta de Entrada a la Salud Que Nuestra Gente Sigue Necesitando — La Verdad Tejana — Apr 20, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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The New Mexico Primary Care Association (NMPCA) is a nonprofit organization representing multiple health centers across New Mexico and coordinating services for primary care, dental, school-based, and behavioral health clinics. It acts as a liaison with state and federal agencies and provides professional education and technical assistance to member organizations, boards, staff, and communities. NMPCA is headquartered in Albuquerque, founded in 1980, and operates with a regional network of member health centers throughout the state. If you’re specifically seeking a Health Center in Raton, NM, NMPCA’s site notes multiple offices across New Mexico but does not identify a dedicated Raton location. For precise Raton-area health centers, you may want to: - Visit NMPCA’s member directory or contact the organization directly at (505) 880-8885 or (505) 880-8882. - Check the NM primary care health center listings for Routt/Raton region (Colfax County) on NMPCA’s site or state health department resources. - Call or query near Raton, NM (e.g., neighboring towns) to confirm the nearest NMPCA-affiliated health center.
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