Pecos Valley Medical Center (PVMC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and, therefore, receives state and federal funding to reduce fees for medical and dental services to eligible patients and families.
Any reduction is based upon where your income fits within the Federal Poverty Guidelines issued each year by Congress.
In order to determine your eligibility for this program:
Monday-Thursday:
8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday:
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pecos
for the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia
| Persons in family / household | Poverty guideline |
|---|---|
| 1 | $15,960 |
| 2 | $21,640 |
| 3 | $27,320 |
| 4 | $33,000 |
| 5 | $38,680 |
| 6 | $44,360 |
| 7 | $50,040 |
| 8 | $55,720 |
For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $5,140 for each additional person.
Many communities have clinics that charge little or nothing for dental care. They are usually run by nonprofits, community health centers, dental schools and local health departments, and they often rely on grants, donations and public funding. Some serve everyone on a sliding fee scale, while others focus on children, seniors or people without insurance. Every clinic sets its own rules, so call ahead and ask what you qualify for.