How We Help
We provide programs and services to meet the needs of the communities we serve.
At Whatley Health Services locations, patients receive a variety of services in a welcoming environment where we provide the highest standard of health care. Services offered are comprehensive and designed to meet the needs of individual patients, who may be seen by appointment or walk-in.
We accept all major health insurance while also offering a sliding fee discount for those who qualify.
Our continuum of care involves networking, consultation, surveillance, data management, and research. A unique facet of our center involves physician follow-through with a patient when hospitalization is required.
We provide services at 10 sites in our 9 county service area, which are Tuscaloosa, Greene, Hale, Lamar, Pickens, Sumter, Walker, Bibb, and Fayette.
Our Services
Chiropractic
Chiropractic services are available to treat various muscle/nerve related conditions.
Dental Care
Services include examinations, x-rays, cleanings, fillings, and extractions. Most dental insurances are accepted and discounted fees are available for those who qualify.
Family Medicine
Comprehensive health care and treatment for the entire family. Emphasis is placed on preventive medical care and health education. Services include routine physicals, adult immunizations, annual check-ups, and cancer screenings.
Health Promotion/Disease Prevention
Through outreach projects, Whatley Health Services serves the community by providing work-site health screenings, health promotion groups, and the adolescent program.
HIV/AIDS Outpatient Primary Care
HIV/AIDS specialty health care is provided to the West Alabama area.
Internal Medicine
Adult internal medicine services are available to those who have specialized needs. Specialized care is available for patients with asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, and other diseases.
Laboratory
An on-site laboratory is available for patients requiring routine laboratory testing. Referrals are for those tests that cannot be performed on-site. Patients requiring X-ray services are referred to an independent radiology facility.
Mental Health
Whatley Health Services is committed to serving the mental health needs of our clients. Currently, We provide medication and counseling for mental health issues.
Nutrition
Nutritional counseling services are available for patients needing instruction in weight loss or gain, diabetes, hypertension, and cholesterol management.
Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine
Health care is provided to children from birth to age 20 years and includes routine medical appointments, immunizations, and well baby care.
Pharmacy
Our full-service pharmacy is located at the Maude L. Whatley Health Center at 2731 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Tuscaloosa.
Podiatry
A podiatrist is available to take care of your foot needs, from foot pain to injury, at our Maude L. Whatley Health Center in Tuscaloosa.
SOBRA/Medicaid
We have a SOBRA/Medicaid worker on-site to provide assistance with Medicaid eligibility and verification.
Women's Health
A complete range of gynecological services, including family planning services, annual physicals, breast examinations, and general health education are available.
Sliding Fee Discount
Help is here with the Sliding Fee Discount Program
What if I don’t have insurance?
The nominal fees for uninsured clients are $25 Medical, $30 Specialist and $45 Dental. This amount is due and payable at each clinic visit. The remaining balance is determined by whether or not the client qualifies for a sliding fee scale discount. This discount is based on verification of an individual’s income and household size. Community Health Centers are not free clinics and are actually required to charge a nominal fee when services are not covered by an insurance plan and to collect monies due for services rendered to its clients.
How much of a discount should I expect?
Patients can receive up to a 100% sliding fee scale discount on services if they are eligible for that level of discount. An individual in this pay category would only be responsible for the nominal fee.
What is verification of income?
The following forms of income verification are accepted:
- Recent paycheck stub or statement from employer
- Public Assistance
- Child Support
- Copy of bank statement verifying direct deposit or printout of benefits from the Social Security Administration
- Unemployment Compensation
- Alimony
- Most Recent Years Income Tax Return
- Financial Aid/Pell Grant Information if you are a student
- Verification from another social service agency such as DHR, Salvation Army, etc.
What services can I expect to receive even though I get a discount?
Whatley Health Services providers, staff, administration and Board of Directors are committed to providing you with the best health care possible. We accomplish this by providing quality care and resources in the areas of:
- Family Medicine
- Pediatric Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Mental Health
- Chiropractic
- Dental Care
- Pre-natal Care
- HIV/AIDS
- Nutrition & Counseling
- Patient Education
- Transportation
- WIC
- Patient Assistance Program
Will I receive a bill?
Yes, you will periodically receive a statement for the balance of charges beyond what was paid at the time of service. You may call our billing department if you have questions about your statement.
How do I receive this discount?
Please call any member of the billing staff at (205) 614-8003.
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