What is Mary's Center?
Mary’s Center is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization based in Washington, D.C., and Maryland with more than 30 years of experience providing medical, social, and education services to families throughout the region. Learn more about our history.
Who does Mary’s Center serve?
As a Community Health Center, Mary’s Center serves people of all ages, races, genders, and sexual orientations. We accept all major private insurance as well as Medicaid and Medicare, and we provide the highest quality of care regardless of someone’s ability to pay.
How many sites does Mary's Center have?
Mary’s Center has 7 sites in DC and Maryland including 3 medical locations in DC and 2 in Maryland, and 2 senior wellness centers.
To learn more, visit our Contact and Locations page.
What services does Mary's Center provide?
How do I make an appointment?
You can make an appointment by calling (844) 796-2797 or by requesting one online. Our phone operators are available every day, including weekends and holidays, from 6:30 am to 8:00 pm.
We offer same-day appointments on a first-come, first-serve basis. We encourage all participants to call before walking into the clinic.
What type of health insurance does Mary's Center take?
Mary’s Center accepts the majority of health insurance plans, including Medicaid and Medicare. To see a list of insurances we accept, visit our Insurance and Fees page.
What if I don't have insurance?
Mary’s Center uses a sliding fee scale / sistema escalonado de tarifas to to determine how much uninsured participants will pay through a payment plan. We encourage all patients without private insurance to apply for Medicaid, D.C. Healthcare Alliance (health insurance plan for D.C. residents who do not qualify for Medicaid), and other local county programs in Maryland.
To apply for health insurance, come to one of our clinic locations and sign up for an appointment with an insurance representative who will help you fill out the form.
To apply for Medicaid, you can come to any of our clinic locations to see one of our Public Benefits Specialists, who will help you fill out the form. You will need to bring proof of address (e.g. – a utility or phone bill), proof of income, and a photo ID.
To apply for D.C. Healthcare Alliance, which is public insurance provided by the District of Columbia, please click here for information.
Can I come to one of your D.C. sites if I live in Maryland?
We prefer that you visit one of the sites that are located in the state in which you live. That will make it easier for us to help you with resources that are available to you as a resident of that state.
Do I need to be a patient to receive social services or attend English classes?
No. You and your children can enroll in our family literacy and/or social services programs even if you are not a patient. Please call 202-797-7337 for educational programs and 202-483-8196 for social services.
How do I contact my provider?
If you need to reach your provider, please schedule an in-person or virtual visit by calling our scheduling line: (844) 796-2797. If you need to speak with a nurse, please call our 24/7 nursing line at (202)-745-3123. If we are busy speaking with another patient, please leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Our nurses also answer non-urgent questions through our Patient Portal.
Is Mary’s Center a government entity?
Mary’s Center is a non-profit organization that receives some of its funding from various government entities, including the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. In addition, Mary’s Center has Federal Public Health Service (PHS) deemed status concerning certain health or health-related claims, including medical malpractice claims, for itself and its covered individuals. Other sources of funding come from patient revenue, foundation and corporate grants, donations, and fundraising.
Is Mary's Center a local or national nonprofit organization?
Mary’s Center is a local nonprofit serving individuals throughout the D.C. metropolitan region. We operate sites in Washington, DC, and Maryland.
How many people does Mary's Center serve a year?
Mary’s Center serves over 65,000 participants a year. Learn more about our participants here.
How many staff members does Mary's Center have?
Mary’s Center employs more than 800 staff members who come from more than 40 countries and speak over 35 languages.