Friends in Need Health Center is a nonprofit charitable clinic that provides compassionate medical and dental care to uninsured and underinsured individuals with low-to-moderate income in Greater Kingsport and the surrounding counties of Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.
A 501(c)(3) charity established in 1993 and opened in 1995, we do not bill insurance companies. Each patient pays an amount based on the percentage given on our sliding scale, so care stays within reach.
Gifts and partnerships make our care possible. Here is how you can be a friend to a neighbor in need.
Your one-time or monthly gift directly supports care for uninsured and underinsured patients.
Give TodayMedical, dental and support volunteers help us care for our neighbors. Reach out to learn how to help.
Get in TouchBusinesses, civic groups and foundations help sustain our mission. Join our caring partners.
Contact UsTo become a patient, you will need to come by our office to pick up a paper application.
No. We at Friends in Need do not bill insurance companies. Each patient pays an amount based on the percentage given on our sliding scale.
Yes, we do make dentures and partials. Discuss with your provider if you are eligible for dental prosthetics.
Dental patients, yes. We call and text all patients with an accurate phone number with multiple reminders in advance of their appointment, including the day of. Medical patients will receive a text reminder regarding their medical appointment.
Our clinical hours are Monday to Thursday, 8 AM to 5 PM. We are closed daily for lunch from 12 PM to 1 PM.
