Primary Health Care Medical – East Side

3509 East 29th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317 | (515) 248-1600

About Primary Health Care Medical – East Side

The Primary Health Care’s East Side Clinic is in Des Moines, Iowa, and provides primary medical care, behavioral health services, and wellness services for adults and children. Behavioral health care includes counseling for mental health and life issues as well as medication assisted treatment (MAT) for addiction treatment.

The clinic accepts Medicare, Medicaid, Hawk-I and private insurance coverage. They also have a sliding scale for those without insurance or facing financial hardship.

Personalized Care for Substance Use in Des Moines

The clinic provides consultations, assessments, and treatment planning to create a program that meets your specific needs. As you move through treatment, the staff monitors your progress to ensure you’re moving toward your goals.

If there’s a waiting list, they’ll provide brief intervention services to help you stay stable and ensure you have the tools you need until you’re matched with a clinician. This might include healthy coping mechanisms and other resources that can help you stay safe until you begin treatment.

Once MAT begins, you’ll get education about medication options and your care will be integrated with your primary medical provider. The program also includes counseling and therapy to help you establish new habits to move forward into a healthy, productive lifestyle.

Wellness Support at the East Side Clinic

The East Side Clinic is also home to the Wellness Center. This center provides a community garden as well as food boxes to help lower income families make healthier food choices.

They also have “Walks With a Doc” where you can ask questions you have about maintaining wellness. This is an important part of addiction recovery and maintaining sobriety.

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3509 East 29th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317
  • Monday 8AM - 8PM
  • Tuesday 8AM - 8PM
  • Wednesday 8AM - 8PM
  • Thursday 8AM - 8PM
  • Friday 8AM - 5PM
  • Saturday 9AM - 1PM
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Anna Spooner has spent more than a decade writing about addiction and healthcare topics. She loves helping people understand their treatment options and removing the anxiety they might feel about seeking help. Anna lives in the Midwestern US with her husband and two cats.

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FAQs

What opioid detox medications are available at Primary Health Care Medical East Side?

Primary Health Care Medical’s East Side Clinic offers Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder using FDA-approved medications including Suboxone and Vivitrol. These medications are combined with counseling and behavioral therapies to reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings as part of comprehensive outpatient treatment.

How does outpatient MAT work at the Des Moines East Side Clinic?

The East Side Clinic provides outpatient Medication Assisted Treatment that combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral health services. Patients receive medical care and mental health support integrated into one clinic setting, with on-site pharmacy access for convenient medication management during opioid recovery.

Can Primary Health Care Medical treat depression and anxiety alongside opioid addiction?

Yes, the facility’s Behavioral Health Consultants provide integrated mental health support for patients in MAT. They address concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, and coping skills, offering brief, solution-focused interventions alongside medication-based opioid treatment in one coordinated clinic setting.

What should someone expect during their first visit for MAT treatment?

The East Side Clinic offers same-day behavioral health appointments integrated with medical visits. Patients can expect a comprehensive evaluation combining primary care assessment with medication-based treatment planning and counseling. The clinic location includes on-site lab and pharmacy services to support the start of MAT.

Does Primary Health Care Medical's East Side Clinic offer interpretation services?

Yes, interpretation services are available for patients who need them at the East Side Clinic. This ensures individuals with different language needs can access MAT and behavioral health services without communication barriers during opioid addiction treatment.

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