Referral Coordination Department: A Guiding Hand for Patients
Our team of five referral coordinators play a key role in guiding both patients and healthcare providers.
Don't Wait on Your Health!
San Fernando Community Health Center (SFCHC) is a state-of-the-art Federally Qualified Health Center located in the City of San Fernando and serving the entire San Fernando Valley. We are a patient-centered medical home, where you will be provided with compassionate, high quality, and evidence-based care. The FQHC designation allows us to provide quality care at an affordable price to everyone in our community. SFCHC is located at the corner of Mott Street and Chatsworth Avenue, near public transportation and freeways with ample free parking available. IMPORTANT: Our team is following all current Los Angeles County and state of California health & safety guidelines.
San Fernando Community Health Center
Services We Offer
SFCHC News & Updates
Annual Benefits – Use Them Before the End of 2024
For all our valued patients, be aware that your earned benefits end in December. Then, everything resets in January with your annual insurance coverage enrollment. Need assistance with your coverage status? We can help.
Behavior Healthcare: First Aid for Your Feelings
Sometimes, no matter how fit our bodies, shiny our hair, or clear our skin, we still feel off. Negative news and thoughts can trigger feelings that present as physical symptoms. That’s why mental health and physical health are part of our whole-person care
SFCHC Switches On Solar!
On August 8, SFCHC proudly celebrated the debut of our new 247-panel solar installation in honor of National Health Center Week! With inspiring remarks from our CEO Audrey Simons, City of San Fernando Mayor Mary Mendoza and other local leaders, we took a powerful step toward a greener future. Watch highlights from our ceremony narrated by Collective Energy Co-Founder and CEO Andrew MacCalla. And, see how we’re working to advance health equity and protect the environment we all share. Thank you to all our partners and supporters who made this possible.
Powering a Healthier, More Sustainable Future
Hear from Louise McCarthy, President and CEO of the Community Clinic Association of Los Angeles, as she discusses the vital role of solar power in supporting community health centers like ours! With clean energy, SFCHC is reducing costs, advancing health equity and benefitting our planet for decades to come. Watch now to learn more about how clean energy projects are building a healthier, more sustainable future for all.
Insurance & Payment
Insurance & Payment
SFCHC accepts Medicare, Medi-Cal HMO, FamPact and other commercial plans. Services are available on a sliding fee scale which is determined by income and family size. If you have any questions about insurance or payment options, please call our office. Our friendly staff is happy to help you.Medi-Cal Expansion
Enrolling in Medi-Cal means you will have access to health services for FREE or at low cost, inclusing preventative services - line annual check-ups, dental and vision care, and medication. Click to learn more.
Patient Portal
healow™ lets you communicate with your doctor's office and access up to date medical records. You will be able to access your appointments, lab results, vitals, manage medications and other personal data all within one app. From the healow™ app you can manage multiple accounts and access your and your family's medical information.
Visit PortalOur Performance
SFCHC’s has received multiple awards in quality, access to care, transparency, and disease-specific programs are evident in our federal quality recognitions from HRSA. As the medical home to over 7,000 patients annually, we strive to provide our patients with the best care possible. Learn all the important details here.
Our Locations
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Hours By Location
732 Mott Street, San Fernando, CA
Primary Care Clinic: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday
Dental Clinic: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday
Health Education Department: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday – Friday
11134 Sepulveda Boulevard, Mission Hills, CA
1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Monday
8 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Tuesday
8 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Thursday
Closed for lunch from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
SFCHC receives HHS funding and has Federal Public Health Service (PHS) deemed status with respect to certain health or health-related claims, including medical malpractice claims, for itself and its covered individuals.
Testimonials
Words from our patients
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"The people that work here are very nice and the doctor was super kind. Thanks to the front desk for getting me in quickly."
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"I raise my glass to the volunteer doctors, nurses, therapists, psychologists, pharmacists and admin staff of the LA Harbor Free Clinic."
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"These folks treated me with compassion and respect. I'm actually looking forward to my next appointment here."
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"Dr. Villarreal is warm and kind. He's very smart and knowledgeable. Very easy going yet aggressive in his practice."
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"What a caring and compassionate doctor. I only waited 5 minutes to see him and he spent a really long time with me to get to the bottom of problems."
