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About this location

When you get care at Equitas Health, you will work with a team of healthcare workers whose goal is to provide you with the best care possible. Services include:

Primary care
Specialized HIV care
Gender affirming care
Mental Health & Recovery Services
HIV/STI testing and treatment
HIV advocacy

See the boxes below for more details about our services. We want to make it easy and comfortable for you to get the care you need, in a way that works for you.

Address

Equitas Health
636 W. Exchange St. (Next to the Post Office)
Akron, OH 44302
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Phone

(330) 409-9505

Office Hours

MON	8 AM – 5 PM
TUE	8 AM – 5 PM
WED	9 AM – 6 PM
THU	8 AM – 5 PM
FRI	8 AM – 5 PM
SAT	Closed
SUN	Closed

Pharmacy

Our on-site pharmacy makes filling your prescriptions quick and easy. In addition to your meds, you can also pick up snacks, convenience items, gifts, and more. Click here to learn more.

Holiday Closures

Check out our holiday service and hours changes, so you can plan ahead for prescription refills and other needs.

Equitas Health Akron Pharmacy

We want to make it easy and comfortable for you to get the care you need, in a way that works for you.

Our Akron Health Center Services

Whole Person Healthcare

Primary Care

We define quality by how much we care, not how much we cost. From routine physicals to same-day sick care, we’re your partner on your health and wellness journey.

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Gender Affirming Care

Whether you are in transition or beyond. We offer an individualized approach with a compassionate and experienced care team at your side.

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PrEP Care

PrEP is a daily pill that can prevent HIV. Most Ohioans qualify for programs that cover the cost of PrEP and related expenses.

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HIV Specialty Care

It’s your life and your HIV. At Equitas Health, we help you build a treatment plan that works for you. Not the other way around.

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HIV/STI Testing

Knowing is everything! Whether your result is negative or positive, your HIV/STI check can be the start of a new, healthy life.

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Mental Health Counseling

Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to go it alone. Our counselors are here to help you accept and address your challenges on your terms.

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Psychiatry

You are worthy of mental health. A psychiatric nurse practitioner can help you achieve a healthy balance by diagnosing and treating mental illness.

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Recovery & Addiction

Are you concerned about your substance use? When you are ready to begin your recovery journey, we are ready to walk beside you.

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View All Services

Don’t know what you don’t know? View our full list of services and build your care team. You deserve access to quality, affordable, affirming care!

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Affordable Healthcare

How will I pay for my care?

Health Insurance

We proudly accept Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance plans. Don’t have insurance? Talk to our coverage navigators.

Medicaid Can I get Medicaid? Our coverage navigators can help you find out if you can get Ohio’s expanded Medicaid insurance. Marketplace Insurance How does the Health Insurance Marketplace work? You can use healthcare.gov to find and buy health insurance that meets your needs. We can help! Choosing a Plan What private insurance plans do you take? We take most major private insurance plans. You can view a list of our in-network plans here.

Sliding Fee Discount

The Sliding Fee Discount lowers the cost of our medical, pharmacy, dental, and mental health counseling services for people with lower earnings.

Inadequate Insurance What if I have health insurance, but still can’t pay for care? If you can use the Sliding Fee Discount, and that rate is lower than your insurance costs, you will pay the lower rate for your care. Fee Scale How much will I pay? With the Sliding Fee Discount, you’ll pay a rate based on your earnings. Click here to see how much you will pay. Getting Started How do I apply for the Sliding Fee Discount? You can apply online or in person. If you have questions, call us. We’re here to help. Get started now!

Paying for HIV Care

If you are living with HIV, our health advocates will help you find programs to help pay for treatment and other services.

Fee Scale How much will I pay for services? You’ll pay a rate based on your earnings and household size. Click here to see how much you will pay. Medication How will I pay for my HIV meds? We can help you use your insurance and apply for support, such as the Ohio Drug Assistance Program. Getting Started How do I get Ryan White? Call one of our HIV Health Advocacy offices to see if you qualify. We can help you apply.

Get PrEP Paid For

Most Ohioans can get PAPI and other programs that cover the cost of PrEP and PrEP-related costs.

PAPI What does PAPI pay for? PAPI pays for PrEP-related costs, like office visits, labs, prescription copays, and insurance premiums. Medication Cost How will I pay for PrEP? If your insurance doesn’t cover the cost of PrEP, we’ll help you connect to programs that do. Getting Started How do I apply for PAPI? Call 1-855-400-7737 or ask for an appointment with a PrEP Health Navigator. We’ll get you started!