Medical and Dental Clinic
1630 North Jefferson Avenue
Springfield, MO 65803
Phone: 417-837-1504
Fax #:417-837-1545
Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday Evening: 5 - 9pm
Friday: 8am - Noon
Clinic closed: Noon - 1pm for lunch
Services are offered on a first-come, first-served basis
Income Guidelines
| Family Size | Income per Month |
|---|---|
| 1 | $1,143 |
| 2 | $1,540 |
| 3 | $1,937 |
| 4 | $2,333 |
| 5 | $2,730 |
| 6 | $3,127 |
| 7 | $3,523 |
Requested documents include: proof of income, such as pay stubs, checking account statements or last year's tax return, and if recently denied, a letter of rejection from the Family Support Division of Medicaid.
No-Show Policy
We are excited to improve our services to our patients by offering appointments with our health care providers. This is our policy if patients miss their appointments.
This policy affects all types of appointments:
- referrals to outside services (specialists, tests)
- appointments with specialty providers at the Kitchen Clinic
- appointments with primary care providers at the Kitchen Clinic
- If you fail to appear for an appointment without advanced notice, it will be considered as no-show.
- If you have three no-shows within one year, you will not be eligible for any appointments for one year after the third missed appointment. You will still be eligible to see a primary care provider on a first-come, first-serve basis.
- If you fail to show for a dental appointment even once, you will be put back to the bottom of the dental waiting list.
- If you miss an appointment, it is your responsibility to reschedule. If you don't contact us, The Kitchen Clinic will not reschedule you.
If you cannot keep your appointment, please cancel as soon as possible prior to the appointment time by calling during our office hours.
May 26, 2007 Health Services Management Committee
No Meds Policy
In order to ensure that all of our patients can receive formulary meds on a regular basis, we must have the necessary documents (proof of income, tax papers, Medicaid status) in each patient's chart.
After the first visit or the first fill, we will only be able to provide services and/or medications to you, if you have given us with all necessary documents.
History
The Kitchens's medical services began in 1985 from a donated van in the alley behind the Missouri Hotel, the renovated building on historic Commercial Street that provides temporary housing for those struggling to rehabilitate their lives. The van clinic was staffed by a volunteer nurse and a physician who made monthly visits.
In 1987, the Clinic moved to one room in the Missouri Hotel. Through the years, the Clinic expanded its staff and increased its patient load, moving to larger, but still inadequate spaces, until 1993 when Clarence and Edna Wheeler donated the current facility. The spacious building at 1630 North Jefferson Avenue was remodeled with a generous grant from the Missouri Foundation for Health in 2006.
The Kitchen Clinic provides services with the support and cooperation of the professional health care community and the dedicated services of hundreds of volunteers. Services are provided through grants, cash donations, generous contributions of medical supplies, over-the-counter medicines and prescription drugs.
Formulary
Please take a look at our formulary to see what medications are available at the Kitchen Clinic Pharmacy.
Donations
We cannot accept any medications from individuals any longer. Unfortunately, it is against the law. The patient is required by law to dispose of any unused medications. If you have questions about safe disposal, please call:
City of Springfield
Public Works Department
Division of Solid Waste Management
864-1904 or 864-2004
Until the City provides a disposal center, we recommend crushing or dissolving pills and mixing it with floor absorbent (e.g. Oil Dri) to solidify, and then throw it in the trash.
Thank you for your understanding.
Health Services Management
The Kitchen, Inc.