Insurance

1200 North 7th Street, Chariton, Iowa 50049
Phone: (641) 774-3000 | Fax: (641) 774-3207

Lucas County Health Center will never deny care to you or your family member, regardless of whether we are considered in-network with your insurance.

The best way to determine whether Lucas County Health Center is considered “in-network” with your health insurance is to contact your insurance by calling the phone number listed on your insurance card.

If you find LCHC is not in-network with your insurance and you chose to receive care, keep in mind the amount you are responsible for paying may be higher than the amount you owe at in-network providers.




Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'in-network' mean?

“In-network” healthcare providers have signed a contract with an insurance company. If a doctor or facility has no contract with your health insurance plan, they are considered “out-of-network.”

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What does 'out-of-network' mean?

‘Out-of-network’ means that a healthcare provider does not participate in an insurer’s network.

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I'm visiting from out of state. Do you accept my insurance?

For the most part, insurance networks are somewhat regional. Depending on your plan, benefits may or may not include access to in-network and out-of-network benefits while traveling. It is best to refer to your plan documents for details or contact your insurance. Lucas County Health Center will never deny care to you or your family member, regardless of whether we are considered in-network with your insurance.


Insurance Partners

Some of the major insurances that Lucas County Health Center participates with are:

  • Medicare
  • Iowa Medicaid
  • All Iowa Medicaid MCOs
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Iowa
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Humana
  • Midlands Choice
  • Several Medicare Advantage Plans (Medicare replacement plans)