The Greenwich Hospital Outpatient Center, a hospital-based facility, is Greenwich's primary health care resource for those who have no medical insurance or are under-insured. Eligible members of the Outpatient Center may access a comprehensive range of medical, pediatric, behavioral health, and dental services at reduced fees. Our team of physicians and other medical professionals is committed to providing the utmost in quality care in a courteous and efficient setting.

Patient Care Services
Each year, more than 5,000 adults and children visit the Outpatient Center for diagnosis, treatment and preventive care. Services are by appointment.

Medical
Treatment for common medical needs is provided by a rotating team of physicians, medical residents, nurse practitioners and other healthcare professionals. Their services range from prenatal care and child immunizations to remedies for sore throats, stomach ailments and other minor illnesses.

Behavioral Health
Diagnostic services, crisis management, emergency intervention and ongoing treatment are provided by our staff of psychiatrists, social workers and a clinical psychiatric nurse.

Dental
A variety of routine services including cleaning and fluoride treatments, plus minor procedures and oral surgery are available from a rotation of volunteer dentists from the community, aided by our full-time dental support staff. A pediatric dentist is also available to care for children age 12 and under.

Nutrition Services
The Department of Food and Nutrition at Greenwich Hospital is pleased to offer Outpatient Nutrition Services. This helpful service has been created to foster good nutritional health, as part of the Hospital's holistic approach to disease treatment and prevention. A Registered Dietitian provides counseling and nutritional advice for patient needs ranging from high cholesterol and high blood pressure to diabetes and obesity. Expert nutritional advice is also provided to pregnant women or for those simply seeking to develop healthier eating habits. Patients will learn about the nutritional value of their current diet, how to plan healthy meals and grocery shop wisely. For information on Outpatient Nutrition Services, please call (203) 863-3668.

Specialty Services
Services in specialty areas including obstetrics/gynecology and urology are offered on a rotating basis by experts in these fields. Care in these and other medical specialties can be arranged on a timelier basis in urgent situations.

Who is Eligible for Care?
The Outpatient Center provides care to Greenwich residents who are uninsured, underinsured or fall within government poverty guidelines. We also treat patients who have in-network insurance plans, Medicaid or Medicare.

To determine whether you are eligible, please call (203) 863-3408. You may be asked some preliminary questions over the phone, such as:

• Do you require immediate care for a medical condition?
• What kind of services do you need?
• Do you have insurance?
• Where do you live?
• What income or assets do you have?

Based on your answers, you may be scheduled to meet with a financial assessment advisor at the Outpatient Center. You will be asked to bring several forms of documentation to this financial evaluation, such as proof of residency, income and assets. We will notify you within a week if you are eligible for care.

How Much Will It Cost?
You will be charged on a sliding scale, based on your financial status. Although co-pays may differ from person to person, the average is $25 for a medical visit and $15 for behavioral health appointment. Dental services are half the average charge for private care. An adult dental exam, including cleaning, X-ray and a treatment plan, costs about $100.

Contact Information
For an appointment or information, please call during business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday:

Medical	(203) 863-3409
Dental	(203) 863-3413
Pediatrics	(203) 863-3970
Behavioral Health	(203) 863-3316

Hours
The Outpatient Center is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Medical services are available until 6:00 p.m. on Wednesdays.

Pediatric hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m on Monday ; 9:00 a.m.-12Noon, Tuesday through Friday.

Location
The center is located in the ground floor of Greenwich Hospital's South Building, which is part of the main campus at 5 Perryridge Road. Pediatric services are on the 4th floor of the South Building. Limited parking is available just outside the South Building entrance, off Lake Ave., as well as in the main hospital parking lot. Transportation can be arranged through Call-A-Ride, the Red Cross and other town services.

In October 2005, all services of the Outpatient Center will move to the second floor of the new Olive and Thomas J. Watson, Jr. Pavilion. They will be accessible through the main hospital entrance or via the underground parking lot.