Frequently Asked Questions
Lifecare is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), which is a reimbursement designation from the Bureau of Primary Health Care and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. As an FQHC, we provide comprehensive primary healthcare services to those who need it the most.
Anyone can be a patient at Lifecare! We provide affordable, accessible, and comprehensive healthcare services to residents of Canton, Massillon, and surrounding Stark County, Ohio, communities. We are open to persons of all ages regardless of ability to pay and health insurance status. New patients are always welcome.
We accept Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance plans. Reduced rates are available for qualifying uninsured patients based on household size and income. We have Certified Application Counselors available to assist you with completing eligibility applications for Medicaid and Health Insurance Marketplace plans.
Yes, we offer reduced rates for qualifying patients. Check out our online tool to get a better understanding of how this works.
Yes, all of our health centers are conveniently located near public transportation provided by the Stark Area Regional Transit Authority (SARTA).
Yes, we offer language translation and sign language assistance. When you call to schedule an appointment please let us know your language preference and how we can help.
Yes, we provide sports physicals for our current patients. Schedule an appointment today.
No, we do not provide medical services for workers’ compensation.
The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation provides online services to medical providers treating injured workers. For more information, check online at www.bwc.ohio.gov/provider.
All appointments are scheduled by calling Lifecare at 330-454-2000. If you are sick, same-day appointments are available for our current patients. For new patients, your first appointment will be to register as a patient with Lifecare before making an appointment for services or to see a healthcare provider.
Your first appointment will be to register as a patient with Lifecare. At your first appointment, you will need to complete new patient registration forms and review your information with us. Your first healthcare visit will then be scheduled.
Please bring your photo identification, health insurance card, and a list of your medications or the actual prescription bottles to your first appointment. It is helpful to complete your new patient registration forms in advance. You can then complete your paperwork at home and speed up the registration process, or you can complete the forms at your first appointment.
Co-pays are due at the time of service unless other payment arrangements have been made in advance with our billing department at 234-521-7212. For your convenience, Lifecare accepts payment with a credit card, debit card, cash, or personal check.
Yes, Lifecare was originally founded under a different name. In 2014, the Richard D. Watkins Canton Community Clinic name was changed to Lifecare Family Health & Dental Center.
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