Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Healthcare Partner in Northern Maine
Since 1974, Katahdin Valley Health Center has been dedicated to delivering timely, affordable, and high-quality healthcare to communities across northern Maine. As a non-profit organization, we provide comprehensive primary care, dental services, behavioral health, and specialty care through nine federally qualified health centers. Our patient-centered approach emphasizes preventive care, wellness, and accessibility, ensuring services are available to all individuals regardless of financial circumstances.Accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, we maintain rigorous quality standards while offering sliding fee discounts and low-cost pharmacy options. Our team of experienced providers collaborates with community partners to address healthcare disparities and promote long-term community well-being, embodying our mission to serve as a trusted healthcare partner for every family.
Services
Primary Care
Dental Care
Walk-in Care
Behavioral Health
Pharmacy Services
Pediatric Care
Optometry
Podiatry
Physical Therapy
Occupational Medicine
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of experience in community-focused healthcare.
- Our sliding fee discount program ensures affordability for all income levels.
- Nine locations provide accessible care across northern Maine's rural communities.
- We maintain AAAHC accreditation for rigorous quality and safety standards.
- Integrated services combine medical, dental, and behavioral health under one umbrella.
Associations and certifications
- Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC)
What people say
96% feedback rating
Affordable sliding fee program
Convenient walk-in care
Comprehensive services
Community-focused approach
Services
Primary Care
Our patient-centered primary care combines preventive services, chronic disease management, and acute care for all ages. Providers focus on holistic wellness through annual check-ups, immunizations, and coordinated referrals while emphasizing patient education and community health initiatives.
Dental Care
Comprehensive dental services include cleanings, restorative treatments, and emergency care for adults and children. Our team addresses preventive needs through sealants and fluoride programs while offering restorative options like crowns and root canals to maintain oral health.
Walk-in Care
Accessible non-emergency care available seven days a week at select locations. Treatments cover minor injuries, infections, and acute illnesses with shorter wait times and lower costs compared to hospital emergency rooms.
Behavioral Health
Integrated behavioral health services address mental health conditions through counseling and medication management. Our clinicians collaborate with primary care providers to treat depression, anxiety, and other psychological concerns using evidence-based approaches.
Pharmacy Services
KVHC Pharmacies offer prescription fulfillment with competitive pricing on generics through our $4.99/30-day program. Pharmacists provide medication counseling and manage chronic disease treatments while coordinating care with prescribing providers.
People
Jean Hamlin
Family Medicine Physician
Dr. Hamlin provides comprehensive family care with a focus on preventive medicine, serving patients across multiple KVHC locations with over 20 years of rural healthcare experience.
Scott Wheeler
Optometrist
Dr. Wheeler specializes in comprehensive eye exams and vision care, managing ocular diseases while ensuring patients receive appropriate corrective lenses through KVHC's optical services.
Jennifer Lindsay
Chiropractor
As a licensed chiropractor, Dr. Lindsay treats musculoskeletal conditions through manual adjustments and therapeutic exercises, emphasizing non-invasive pain management solutions for KVHC patients.
Morgan Abdul-Korah
Family Dentist
Dr. Abdul-Korah leads dental care initiatives at Patten Clinic, providing preventive and restorative treatments for families while focusing on improving oral health outcomes in underserved populations.
Jamieson Romanelli
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Specializing in mental health, Ms. Romanelli offers medication management and therapy for psychiatric conditions, collaborating with behavioral health teams to address complex patient needs across the service area.
Questions
How do I become a patient at KVHC?
KVHC welcomes all patients. Contact us at 207-538-3700 to schedule your first appointment or visit our Become A Patient page.
Does KVHC accept uninsured patients?
Yes, we offer a Sliding Fee Discount Program based on income and family size for uninsured patients.
Are there after-hours care options?
Our Houlton and Dover-Foxcroft locations offer walk-in care until 7pm daily, with on-call providers available after hours.
What insurance plans are accepted?
We accept most major insurances including Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Anthem, and United Healthcare. Contact us for verification.
How can I refill prescriptions?
Refills are available via our Pharmacy App, online at refills.kvhc.org, or by calling our pharmacy directly.
Do you offer dental services for children?
Yes, our dental team provides pediatric cleanings, sealants, fluoride treatments, and emergency care at Patten and Millinocket clinics.