How to Find Affordable Health Care Near You

Finding affordable health care can feel overwhelming, especially if you are uninsured or concerned about unexpected costs. The good news is that trusted, affordable care may be closer than you think.

For individuals and families in Cabarrus, Rowan, and Mecklenburg counties, AxcessPointe Health System provides accessible, high-quality care close to home.

Start With a Trusted Community Health Center

Community health centers help make health care accessible to people with different insurance statuses and income levels. They provide ongoing care within the communities they serve, allowing patients to build trusted relationships with their providers.

AxcessPointe Health System offers comprehensive services, including primary care, dental care, behavioral health, pharmacy, urgent care, preventive care, and chronic condition management. With multiple services available throughout one connected health system, patients can receive coordinated care for their overall health.

Ask About Affordable Payment Options

If cost is a concern, ask about available financial assistance before your appointment. AxcessPointe Health System accepts many insurance plans, including Medicaid and Medicare, and also serves patients without insurance.

Qualifying patients may be eligible for a sliding fee discount based on household income and family size. This program is not insurance, but it may help reduce the cost of eligible services. Staff can explain the application process and the documents you may need to provide.

Establish Care Before You Become Sick

Affordable care is not only about the cost of one visit. Establishing care with a trusted primary care provider can help you stay current on screenings, vaccinations, medication management, and routine checkups.

Regular visits can also help identify concerns such as high blood pressure or diabetes before they become more serious and expensive to manage.

Choose the Right Type of Care

Knowing where to go can help you receive appropriate care while avoiding unnecessary costs.

Primary care is best for routine checkups, preventive services, medication refills, and ongoing health concerns. Urgent care is appropriate for non-life-threatening illnesses or injuries that need prompt attention. Emergency rooms should be reserved for serious or life-threatening conditions, such as chest pain, severe bleeding, difficulty breathing, or signs of a stroke.

If you believe someone is experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.

Affordable, Trusted Care Is Close to Home

You should not have to travel far or delay care because of cost concerns. AxcessPointe Health System is committed to being the trusted health care provider for individuals and families across Cabarrus, Rowan, and Mecklenburg counties.

Visit aphs.org to find a location near you, explore available services, or learn how to become a patient.