To the veterans who call Arkansas home: Thank you for your service, your time, and the commitments you and your families have made. This Veterans Day, Healthy Connections Community Health Network honors your service with appreciation and a practical invitation. If you have been putting off a checkup, need dental care, or want someone to talk to, contact us. Healthcare access for Arkansas veterans starts with a conversation about what you need.
Healthy Connections offers medical, dental, and behavioral health services across Western and Central Arkansas. Call 888-710-8220 to ask about services, find a location, discuss appointments, and verify your insurance. For therapy and psychiatric medication management through Evolve Behavioral Health Services, call 800-409-6250.
You can also visit our healthcare information page for veterans to explore available services and learn how to get connected.
Care for the needs you have today
A routine visit you have delayed. A tooth that keeps bothering you. Questions about blood pressure, medications or how you have been feeling lately. Whatever brings you in, your questions deserve attention.
Healthy Connections is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center serving Arkansas communities. Our clinics provide several types of care, with services and appointment availability varying by location. You do not have to figure out the right clinic on your own. When you call, tell us what you need and where you live so our team can help identify an appropriate location.
Primary care for everyday and ongoing health needs
Healthy Connections primary care includes checkups, preventive screenings, sick visits and ongoing care for conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
You might be looking for a regular provider, following up on an existing condition or bringing up a concern for the first time. An appointment gives you an opportunity to discuss your health, ask questions and understand the recommended next steps.
If you already receive treatment elsewhere, tell your provider about that care and the medications you take. Ask how to share relevant records so your medical team has the information needed for your visit.
Dental care, from checkups to specific concerns
Healthy Connections dental services include exams, cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges and other general dental care.
When scheduling, explain whether you need a routine appointment or have a particular concern. Describe any discomfort, damaged teeth or other problems so the scheduling team understands why you are calling. Ask which location offers the service you need and verify your dental coverage before your visit.
Behavioral health support through Evolve
There is no single experience that defines being a veteran, and no single reason someone seeks behavioral health care. Your concerns may involve relationships, work, family responsibilities, changes in your life or an existing mental health condition.
Evolve Behavioral Health Services offers therapy and psychiatric medication management. If you are unsure which service to ask about, explain what you would like help with.
Call 800-409-6250 or visit https://www.evolvebhs.com for information about services and appointments.
More options for healthcare access for Arkansas veterans
Your healthcare needs may also include women’s health services or Playbook Men’s Health. Ask about the services available and which location would be appropriate for you.
Telehealth appointments are available for certain services. If travel or scheduling is a concern, ask whether the type of appointment you need can be provided through telehealth. Availability depends on the service and your care needs.
Our veterans page brings these options together in one place, making it easier to review services before you call.
Ask about insurance and cost before your appointment
Coverage questions should be part of the first conversation. Healthy Connections accepts Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurance plans. Call to verify your specific plan for the provider, location and service you are considering.
A sliding fee scale is available to qualifying patients based on income and family size. If cost is a concern, ask about the requirements and what documentation you would need to provide.
Have your insurance card nearby when calling, if you have one. Useful questions include:
- Does this provider and location accept my specific insurance plan?
- What information do you need to verify my coverage?
- What costs might I be responsible for?
- Does my plan require a referral?
- What should I bring to my first appointment?
If you are uninsured or uncertain about your options, say so when you call. The Health Resources and Services Administration explains that community health centers serve people with or without insurance and recommends contacting the local center for payment information.
Let’s get you connected to care
This Veterans Day, we thank the veterans who are our neighbors, coworkers, family members and friends. Our commitment to Community, Compassion, and Excellence continues throughout the year, whenever you need to ask a question or take the next step toward care.
Visit https://healthy-connections.org/veterans/ or call 888-710-8220 to ask about medical and dental services, find a location, discuss an appointment and verify your insurance. For behavioral health services through Evolve, call 800-409-6250 or visit https://www.evolvebhs.com.
Whatever brings you in, we’ll listen, answer your questions and help you find care that fits your needs.