How many healthcare resources are in Pennsylvania?

Women's Corner tracks 17 healthcare resources for women in Pennsylvania.

Are healthcare resources in Pennsylvania free?

15 of the 17 listed healthcare resources in Pennsylvania are explicitly free or low-cost.

Which cities in Pennsylvania have healthcare resources?

Listings span cities including Philadelphia.

What are some examples of healthcare resources in Pennsylvania?

Featured entries include Pennsylvania Medicaid (MA), PA CHIP (Children's Health Insurance), Planned Parenthood Southeastern PA, PA Breast & Cervical Cancer Program (HealthyWoman), Pennie (PA ACA Marketplace).

Do these listings include phone numbers?

6 of 17 Pennsylvania healthcare listings include phone numbers.

What if I don't have insurance?

Apply for Medicaid at Healthcare.gov or your state Medicaid office — pregnant women, parents, and low-income adults qualify in expansion states. While waiting, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) charge sliding-scale based on income for full primary, dental, mental health, and women's health care. Find one at FindAHealthCenter.hrsa.gov.

What if I'm pregnant and uninsured?

Apply for pregnancy Medicaid immediately at your state Medicaid office or Healthcare.gov — pregnant women have higher income limits than regular Medicaid (up to 200% FPL in most states) and coverage starts retroactively. WIC enrollment also opens additional referrals. Most states have extended postpartum Medicaid coverage to 12 months after birth.

Can I get free birth control?

Yes. Most insurance (including Medicaid) covers all FDA-approved birth control at $0 under the ACA. Without insurance, Title X clinics and Planned Parenthood provide free or sliding-scale contraception including IUDs, implants, pills, and emergency contraception. Bedsider.org's clinic finder shows free/low-cost options near you.

Best Healthcare in Pennsylvania — 17 resources

About Healthcare for Women

Healthcare for uninsured women is accessible through Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), Title X family planning clinics, Planned Parenthood, free clinics, and Medicaid. FQHCs charge on a sliding scale and provide primary care, prenatal care, dental, and behavioral health — locate via the HRSA health center finder. Title X clinics offer free or low-cost contraception, STI testing, and cervical/breast screenings regardless of insurance. The National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP) provides free screenings to low-income, uninsured women. Medicaid covers pregnancy in all 50 states up to at least 138% FPL. This directory includes FQHCs, Title X clinics, free clinics, and state Medicaid offices.

Healthcare in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania's Courts of Common Pleas handle family matters in each of its 60 judicial districts. The Pennsylvania Child Support Program operates through county domestic relations sections. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Erie, and Reading are the major metros. Community Legal Services of Philadelphia, Neighborhood Legal Services, MidPenn Legal Services, and the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV) serve women.

17 Resources

1. Pennsylvania Medicaid (MA) — Free

State Medicaid for low-income families for women across Pennsylvania. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

(800) 692-7462 · Statewide program · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

2. PA CHIP (Children's Health Insurance) — Free

Health insurance for children for women across Pennsylvania. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

(800) 986-5437 · Statewide program · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

3. Planned Parenthood Southeastern PA

Comprehensive women's healthcare in Pennsylvania. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Open Varies.

(800) 230-7526 · Multiple PA locations · Varies · Visit Website

4. PA Breast & Cervical Cancer Program (HealthyWoman) — Free

Free cancer screenings for uninsured women across Pennsylvania. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

(800) 215-7494 · Statewide program · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

5. Pennie (PA ACA Marketplace) — Free

State health insurance marketplace for women in Pennsylvania. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Open Mon-Fri 8am-6pm.

(844) 844-8040 · Online enrollment · Mon-Fri 8am-6pm · Visit Website

6. PA Community Health Centers

Network of FQHCs providing affordable care for women across Pennsylvania. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

Multiple locations statewide · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

7. Maternity Care Coalition — Philadelphia — Free

Maternal health services for women in Philadelphia. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Sliding-scale fees and Medicaid are widely accepted; uninsured women can ask about financial assistance. Open Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm.

(215) 972-0700 · 2000 Hamilton St Suite 205, Philadelphia, PA 19130 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm · Visit Website

8. HealthCare.gov — Free

Federal Health Insurance Marketplace — apply for coverage, see plans, and check if you qualify for Medicaid for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at healthcare.gov with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

9. Medicaid.gov — Free

Federal Medicaid program information and state-by-state eligibility and enrollment for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online

10. HRSA — Find a Health Center — Free

Federal directory of community health centers offering sliding-scale primary care nationwide for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

11. Planned Parenthood — Free

Reproductive and sexual health care including birth control, STI testing, cancer screening, and prenatal care for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at plannedparenthood.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

12. Office on Women's Health (OWH) — Free

HHS office providing women's health information, helpline 1-800-994-9662, and resources. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at womenshealth.gov with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

13. CDC Women's Health — Free

Centers for Disease Control resources on women's health topics from cancer prevention to maternal health. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at cdc.gov with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

14. Susan G. Komen — Free

Breast cancer support, screening referrals, and financial assistance. 1-877 GO KOMEN helpline for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at komen.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

15. American Cancer Society — Free

Free cancer information, patient support, transportation, and lodging programs. 1-800-227-2345 for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at cancer.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

16. March of Dimes — Free

Improving maternal and infant health. Resources for pregnancy, birth defects, and NICU support for women. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at marchofdimes.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

17. National Black Women's Health Imperative — Free

Advancing the health and wellness of Black women and girls through research, advocacy, and education. Services include primary care, women's health screenings, prenatal care, and family planning. Available online 24/7 at bwhi.org with no registration required.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

Frequently Asked

How many healthcare resources are in Pennsylvania?: Women's Corner tracks 17 healthcare resources for women in Pennsylvania.
Are healthcare resources in Pennsylvania free?: 15 of the 17 listed healthcare resources in Pennsylvania are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in Pennsylvania have healthcare resources?: Listings span cities including Philadelphia.
What are some examples of healthcare resources in Pennsylvania?: Featured entries include Pennsylvania Medicaid (MA), PA CHIP (Children's Health Insurance), Planned Parenthood Southeastern PA, PA Breast & Cervical Cancer Program (HealthyWoman), Pennie (PA ACA Marketplace).
Do these listings include phone numbers?: 6 of 17 Pennsylvania healthcare listings include phone numbers.
What if I don't have insurance?: Apply for Medicaid at Healthcare.gov or your state Medicaid office — pregnant women, parents, and low-income adults qualify in expansion states. While waiting, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) charge sliding-scale based on income for full primary, dental, mental health, and women's health care. Find one at FindAHealthCenter.hrsa.gov.
Where do I get free women's health care?: Planned Parenthood and FQHCs provide free or sliding-scale Pap smears, mammogram referrals, birth control, STI testing, and prenatal care. The CDC's National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program funds free screenings in every state — call 1-800-CDC-INFO. Title X clinics offer confidential family planning regardless of income or insurance.
What if I'm pregnant and uninsured?: Apply for pregnancy Medicaid immediately at your state Medicaid office or Healthcare.gov — pregnant women have higher income limits than regular Medicaid (up to 200% FPL in most states) and coverage starts retroactively. WIC enrollment also opens additional referrals. Most states have extended postpartum Medicaid coverage to 12 months after birth.
Can I get free birth control?: Yes. Most insurance (including Medicaid) covers all FDA-approved birth control at $0 under the ACA. Without insurance, Title X clinics and Planned Parenthood provide free or sliding-scale contraception including IUDs, implants, pills, and emergency contraception. Bedsider.org's clinic finder shows free/low-cost options near you.