Find Free and Low-Cost Health Care
Are you looking for a free or low-cost health clinic or another medical resource? The health services may include preventive screenings, lab tests, maternity care, low-cost medical equipment, eye care, dental care, pregnancy testing, veteran outpatient clinics, insurance, and more.
Common Health Care resources
The 211 Community Resource Database can help you find health care resources. Get started with these popular searches.
Where to get low-cost health care
Free and low-cost health care and health insurance is available in Maryland.
Local health departments, located in counties throughout Maryland provide some medical services, including immunizations, preventive screenings, and dental care. Medical services may vary by location and there may be eligibility requirements.
Community clinics also provide care, such as check-ups and doctor’s appointments. Services will vary by location and type of agency, but some of the services may be:
- Check-ups
- Preventive screenings
- Treatment when you’re sick.
- Pregnancy care
- Immunizations
- Well-child visits
- Dental care
- Prescription drugs
- Mental health and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) support
If your doctor prescribes medication that you can't afford, there are patient assistance programs and discount programs at participating Maryland pharmacies. Learn about the medication discount programs available in Maryland.
If you have a medical billing issue or can't afford your medical bill, local and national help is available for medical expenses. You may also qualify for free medical equipment like crutches, wheelchairs, or other available durable medical equipment.
How To Find Affordable Mental Health Care
You can also get inpatient, outpatient, and counseling services from a behavioral health provider in Maryland.
Some of these organizations may offer free or low-cost services.
If you need immediate help with thoughts of suicide or emotional distress, call 9-8-8 to talk with a trained professional.
The Maryland Information Network, which powers 211 services in Maryland, powers the 988 behavioral health resource database.
Get connected to providers. Select filters to narrow searches, and enter a ZIP code.
If you're struggling with mental health, know that you are not alone. Know the warning signs of depression and suicide, so you can get help for yourself or someone you love.
Substance Use
Treatment and support are also available for substance use concerns.
You can call 9-8-8 to speak to someone immediately about substance use.
Discover substance treatment options and affordable programs.
Need to Talk?
Call or Text 988
Anyone in need of assistance with mental health or substance use-related needs can call 988. Learn about 988 in Maryland.
Dial 211
Talk to a caring and compassionate person 24/7. They can also connect you to resources.
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