federally qualified heath center (FQHC), an organization receiving grants under Section 330 of the Public Health Service Act. The designation is provided by the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and indicates approval to receive reimbursement. The main purpose of the FQHC program is to enhance the provision of primary care services in underserved areas. FQHCs must offer a sliding fee scale, provide comprehensive services, have an ongoing quality assurance program, and have a governing board of directors
