Free & Low-Cost Clinics in Marion, NC

16 community health centers · Data from HRSA, refreshed 2026-08-12

These are the 16 community health centers in Marion. Each one treats patients with or without insurance and charges on a sliding-fee scale based on income. Call ahead to confirm hours, services, and whether you need an appointment.

Clinics in Marion

• East McDowell Middle School

  676 State St, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-583-6733 8 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• MAHEC at East McDowell Middle

  676 State St, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-652-7711 45 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• MAHEC at Eastfield Global Magnet

  170 Eastfield School Rd, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-652-3730 45 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• MAHEC at Foothills Community School

  174 Lukin St, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-652-6580 4 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• MAHEC at Glenwood Elementary School

  1545 Old US 221 S, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-738-4220 8 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• MAHEC at McDowell Academy & Early College

  54 College Dr, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-659-0411 45 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• MAHEC at McDowell High School

  600 McDowell High Dr, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-652-7920 45 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• MAHEC at West Marion Elementary

  820 Marler Rd, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-738-3353 45 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• MAHEC at West McDowell Middle

  346 W McDowell Jr High Sch Rd, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-652-3390 45 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• Marion Elementary School

  209 Robert Street, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-583-6733 24 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• McDowell County Health Center

  136 Creekview Ct, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-285-0622 44 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• McDowell High School

  600 McDowell High Dr, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-583-6733 21 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• North Cove Elementary School

  401 American Thread Rd, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-285-0622 7 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• Pleasant Gardens Elementary

  100 John Roach Dr, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-583-6733 8 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• West Marion Elementary School

  820 Marler Rd, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-583-6733 12 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

• West McDowell Middle School

  346 W McDowell Jr High Sch Rd, Marion, NC 28752

  📞 828-583-6733 16 hrs/week Sliding-fee scale

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• Kinston (13)

New to community health centers?

• How the sliding-fee scale works — and how to qualify
• What to bring to your first visit
• Getting care with no insurance

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I go to a clinic in Marion without insurance?

Yes. Every clinic on this page is a federally funded community health center, so it must treat you whether or not you have insurance. You will be charged on a sliding-fee scale based on your income and family size, and no one is turned away for being unable to pay.

How much does a visit cost with no insurance?

It depends on your income. Community health centers use a sliding-fee discount scale set by federal rules. If your income is at or below the federal poverty level, you pay only a small nominal fee. As income rises, the discount steps down. Bring proof of income and household size to set your rate.

What services do clinics in Marion offer?

Most community health centers offer primary medical care, and many also provide dental, mental-health, substance-use, and pharmacy services. Services vary by site, so call the clinic to confirm what it offers before you go.

Do I need to be a US citizen to be seen?

No. Community health centers serve all patients regardless of immigration status. You do not need to be a citizen or have a Social Security number to receive care.

Clinic data from the HRSA Health Center Program, refreshed 2026-08-12. Directory information only, not medical advice. View all clinics in North Carolina →

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