
UCHC is a Federally Qualified Health Center, meeting a stringent set of requirements, including providing care on a sliding fee scale and operating under a governing board that includes patients. The HRSA Quality Improvement Awards recognize the highest performing health centers nationwide as well as those health centers that have made significant quality improvement gains.
Under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA), health centers are considered Federal employees and are immune from lawsuits, with the Federal government acting as their primary insurer. This health center is a Health Center Program grantee under 42 U.S.C. 254b, and a deemed Public Health Service employee under 42 U.S.C. 233(g)-(n).
Under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA), health centers are considered Federal employees and are immune from lawsuits, with the Federal government acting as their primary insurer. This health center is a Health Center Program grantee under 42 U.S.C. 254b, and a deemed Public Health Service employee under 42 U.S.C. 233(g)-(n).
Services
Our Enrollment Counselors provide free assistance and are experts in all health plans/programs. Demetrio and Nelda guide patients through the health insurance maze. Both are certified to enroll patients in Covered California and are experts in all health plans including Medi-Cal, Medicare and all private health plans offered in LA.
All patients are eligible for our sliding fee scale program, meaning the services we provide may be discounted based on your household income and family size. See chart below. How Sliding Fee Scale Works: If your household has 3 members (wife, husband, child) and combined your household makes $23,000 total, based on the below chart you will qualify for Tier A.
The Referral Center team strives to seamlessly transition patients from UCHC to leading experts in multiple specialties for appropriate medical treatments. We also provide a convenient process for physicians and health care professionals to transfer patients to UCHC.
Our transfer process engages our registered nurse intake coordinators, physicians and insurance counselors to ensure an expedited response to all transfer requests, while limiting financial liabilities to patients and families.
Our transfer process engages our registered nurse intake coordinators, physicians and insurance counselors to ensure an expedited response to all transfer requests, while limiting financial liabilities to patients and families.
Universal Community Health Center is now partnering with Quincy Jones Elementary to provide on-site health services. Our goal: ensure all health needs and health-related barriers to learning are addressed and managed. Services are open to all residents of the community, not just the students.
Use of the school premises has been granted pursuant to the provisions of Sections 17400, et seq., of the Education Code of the State of California to (Universal Community Health Center) from the Board of Education of the Los Angeles Unified School District.
Use of the school premises has been granted pursuant to the provisions of Sections 17400, et seq., of the Education Code of the State of California to (Universal Community Health Center) from the Board of Education of the Los Angeles Unified School District.
Our 6 Pillars of Primary Care are based on the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model recognized by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). We partner with you and your family, ensuring all decisions are made with respect to your needs and preferences and values. We ensure you have the needed education and support to make decisions and participate in your healthcare.
Reviews (10)
Francisco Quintero
Jan 04, 2022
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We have been patienta of this clinic for several years
And they have got better and better
Lailani is great she takes the time to review your history and stay in contact with specialist that she referes you to
And with the covid 19 we have needed test and they have done them even without an appt with the results usually within 2 hrs
Thanks
And they have got better and better
Lailani is great she takes the time to review your history and stay in contact with specialist that she referes you to
And with the covid 19 we have needed test and they have done them even without an appt with the results usually within 2 hrs
Thanks
Gissella Estrella
Jan 04, 2022
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My family and I went to try to get covid tested we walked because it was a little close by then we waited for 30 minutes because they were out for lunch and a soon as we get in the nurse had an attitude to tell my son to wear his mask .. then I asked if they do covid testing and she rudely said we are done with covid testing today.. and wrote an address for us to go to to get covid tested where they were also done resting which made no sense and said to be three earlier if we wanted to get tested because they only test 100 people a day.. then I asked if they por or a sign where they say no more
Elaine Estrada
Sep 01, 2021
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Tami V.
Aug 29, 2021
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Me and my family has been patients for over 16 years and I have always been very happy with the care we received until recently.
My kids had an appointment today and my appointment was cancel because the provider was not in. I left work early, I pull the kids from school early Just to find out that my appointment was canceled when I arrived at the front desk.
I got a text message confirming my appointment on Wednesday and the said the office tried calling me but didn't leave a Voicemail.
At this point I'm beyond done with Universal community health center. I will be looking for a new provider
My kids had an appointment today and my appointment was cancel because the provider was not in. I left work early, I pull the kids from school early Just to find out that my appointment was canceled when I arrived at the front desk.
I got a text message confirming my appointment on Wednesday and the said the office tried calling me but didn't leave a Voicemail.
At this point I'm beyond done with Universal community health center. I will be looking for a new provider
Jenny Perez Romero
Aug 24, 2021
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Literally the best doctor’s office ever! I switched my 3 children here because I was not happy with their former pediatrician. My dad recommended that I give this place a try. First visit, I find out my oldest child is behind on 4 vaccines! Mind you know, he’s been to his previous doctor on 3 occasions last year (when he was due for them). How did they miss that? My kids had hearing test, vision test....the works. I am extremely satisfied with NP Isabelle. She is truly excellence personified. The front staff is amazing and friendly. The back office is staff is just as friendly. Love this place
Keying Chen
Aug 01, 2021
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Went here for my immigration physical examination. A little unpleasant because I chose this clinic as it is close to my house, but after I made the reservation, it turns out I have to go to a different location for my appointment. Yeah so if you want to come here, make sure you ask which location you are making your reservation, because they only have one central phone number you can reach, you can’t call each clinic individually. What’s more, although their website looks like they are very experienced with this kind of test, the employees don’t seem super familiar with the process, and took
Juan Gonzalez
Jan 06, 2021
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Claude Lelouche
Oct 02, 2020
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Came in for a quick blood and Covid test. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Blood withdraw was quick and painless thanks to Nurse Erick Sandoval.
Dr. Chavez practice is highly recommended and his PA, Isabelle Pamart is definitely one of the best out there. This will be my family primary care practice for years to come.
Dr. Chavez practice is highly recommended and his PA, Isabelle Pamart is definitely one of the best out there. This will be my family primary care practice for years to come.
Solimar Williams
Aug 29, 2020
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I had my very first appointment yesterday and it was an annual check up and OMG I am so HAPPY with how the appointment went! In these times of covid it is kind of nerve racking to go to the doctor but this office took a lot of precautions and the staff was very warm and welcoming!
Dr. Unzueta was amazing and very attentive! She made me feel really comfortable as a patient! I am happy to say that after 4 years in LA I have found a great primary care Dr.
Dr. Unzueta was amazing and very attentive! She made me feel really comfortable as a patient! I am happy to say that after 4 years in LA I have found a great primary care Dr.
Elizabeth Jimenez
Jul 03, 2020
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My mom has been seeing Dr Chavez for many years. I made him my kids and my doctor approximately 3 years ago. I could not be more satisfy with the service we received in all 3 of his clinics. The staff and the doctor are very knowledgeable and compassionate to ones needs. I am very pleased with our choice in doctor!