Chesapeake Health Care is Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore’s trusted Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), serving Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester counties with comprehensive healthcare services. We provide quality medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services to all community members, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. With over 170 providers across 22 convenient locations, we’re here for you and your family’s complete healthcare needs.
YOUR HEALTH. OUR TEAM. OUR PROMISE.
Who We Are
At Chesapeake Health Care, we proudly serve the healthcare needs of the communities of the three lower counties of the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Since our founding, we’ve been committed to providing accessible, compassionate, and comprehensive healthcare to every member of our community.
With over 170 providers across 22 locations in Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester counties, we offer accessible, comprehensive care to our community. Our team includes board-certified physicians, nurse practitioners, dentists, behavioral health specialists, and support staff dedicated to your wellbeing. We also provide a Sliding Fee Scale based on income to ensure everyone has access to quality healthcare, regardless of their ability to pay.
Our Mission: To improve the health and wellness of the communities we serve by providing comprehensive, integrated, patient-centered healthcare services that are accessible, affordable, and of the highest quality. We believe that quality healthcare is a right, not a privilege, and we work tirelessly to remove barriers to care for all Eastern Shore residents.
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- Princess Anne, MD locations
- Salisbury, MD locations
- Pocomoke, MD locations
- Berlin, MD locations
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OB/GYN
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Pediatrics
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Behavioral Health
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Special Programs
As a Community Health Center, we offer financial and insurance assistance (including a sliding-fee scale, based on your household income and family size), interpretation services in multiple languages, transportation assistance for medical appointments, case management to help navigate healthcare systems, prescription discounts through the 340B program, and laboratory service discounts. Call to Schedule Your Appointment Today!
Our special programs are designed to remove barriers to healthcare access and improve health outcomes in our community. Whether you need help enrolling in insurance, accessing affordable medications, or getting to your appointments, our dedicated team is here to support you every step of the way.
We offer the following special programs for our patients at CHC:
- CenteringPregnancy® – Group prenatal care that combines health assessment, education, and support
- Events – Free health screenings, educational workshops, and community health fairs
- Insurance Assistance – Help enrolling in Medicaid, Medicare, and marketplace plans
- Prescription Discounts – 340B program savings on medications
- School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs) – Healthcare at select schools for student convenience
- School-Based Special Programs – Sports physicals, immunizations, and health education
- Sliding Fee Payment Scale – Income-based fee adjustments for uninsured/underinsured
- Transportation – Free or low-cost rides to medical appointments
WELCOME
Our Hours of Operation
Standard Chesapeake Health Care office hours are from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. However, certain offices have extended hours including early morning and evening appointments to accommodate your work schedule. Please visit our locations page for specific hours, phone numbers, services offered, and directions for each individual health center.
If you are unable to keep your appointment, please give us at least 24 hours’ notice. This allows us to schedule other patients. Also, please report any changes in your name, address, phone number, or insurance information when you phone or visit the health center.
Accepting New Patients: We welcome new patients and accept most insurance plans including Medicaid (Maryland Medical Assistance), Medicare, private insurance, and marketplace plans. For uninsured patients, we offer a Sliding Fee Scale based on household income and family size.
If you need assistance in finding the right location for your care, have questions about insurance, or want to schedule an appointment, please call our corporate office at 410-749-1015. Our friendly staff will help match you with the appropriate provider and location for your healthcare needs.
QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about our services
Do I need insurance to be seen?
No. Chesapeake Health Care welcomes all patients regardless of insurance status. We accept most insurance plans, and for uninsured or underinsured patients, we offer a Sliding Fee Scale based on your household income and family size. No one is turned away for inability to pay.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call the specific location where you’d like to be seen, or contact our main number at 410-749-1015 for assistance. We offer same-day appointments for urgent needs and accept walk-ins at select locations. You can also use our Patient Portal to request appointments online.
What services do you provide?
We offer comprehensive healthcare including primary care (adult and pediatric), dental, OB/GYN, behavioral health, pharmacy services, lab work, immunizations, chronic disease management, preventive care, and much more. Our integrated approach means all your family’s healthcare needs can be met in one place.
Do you have after-hours care?
For medical emergencies, always call 911. For urgent but non-emergency issues after hours, we have on-call providers available. Call your regular location and follow the prompts for after-hours assistance. Some of our locations also offer extended evening and weekend hours—check our locations page for details.
Have more questions? Contact us or call 410-749-1015 and we’ll be happy to help.
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