First Nations Community HealthSource (Zuni Clinic)

First Nations Community HealthSource (Zuni Clinic) is a general dental practice located at 5608 Zuni Rd SE in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The clinic is part of First Nations Community HealthSource, a federally qualified health center serving American Indian and Alaska Native communities, as well as all patients regardless of background, tribal enrollment, or insurance status, in the 87108 zip code.

The dental clinic provides general dentistry services within the context of a community health model. Preventive dental care includes professional cleanings, oral health examinations, and X-rays to assess the condition of teeth and gums. Community health clinics of this type frequently emphasize preventive care as a central pillar of their health services alongside treatment.

Restorative dental services available through general dentistry at community health centers typically include fillings to repair cavities, extractions when a tooth cannot be restored, and other procedures necessary to address oral health conditions identified during examination. Patients should contact the clinic directly to confirm the current range of dental services offered and to understand the referral process for more specialized care.

First Nations Community HealthSource operates on a sliding-fee scale based on income, and serves patients regardless of their ability to pay or their insurance status. Uninsured and underinsured patients in the Albuquerque area are encouraged to contact the clinic for eligibility and enrollment information. Tribal membership documentation may be requested for patients seeking to access IHS-funded services.

Zuni Rd SE runs through the southeastern portion of central Albuquerque, connecting the Kirtland and Southeast Heights neighborhoods to communities along Gibson Blvd SE and the central part of the city. The location is accessible to patients from the Southeast Heights, Barelas, and the surrounding 87108 and 87106 zip codes.

Community health center dental clinics can be an important resource for patients who are uninsured, underinsured, or Medicaid-enrolled in New Mexico. The sliding-fee scale at federally qualified health centers is based on household income and family size, and eligible patients may qualify for significantly reduced dental care costs compared to private practice rates.

To schedule a dental appointment or ask about eligibility and services, contact the First Nations Community HealthSource Zuni Clinic using the phone number listed on this Smyleee profile. The clinic provides general dental care to the Albuquerque community.