# The Rural Alliance for Better Family Health

Health center organization in Thayer, MO. The federal rule for health centers.

The Rural Alliance for Better Family Health charges a lower, sliding fee based on income to patients whose household has a yearly income up to $31,920 for 1 person, $43,280 for 2, $54,640 for 3, $66,000 for 4, $77,360 for 5 or $88,720 for 6. Federal health center rules require this sliding fee at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. Ask the front desk for the sliding fee application.

The hospital makes the final decision.

| Household size | Free care if yearly income is up to | Discount if yearly income is up to |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | not found | $31,920 |
| 2 | not found | $43,280 |
| 3 | not found | $54,640 |
| 4 | not found | $66,000 |
| 5 | not found | $77,360 |
| 6 | not found | $88,720 |

Dollar amounts use the 2026 federal poverty guidelines.

## How to apply

- Call (417) 264-2990 and ask for financial assistance.
- [Health center website](http://www.smchc.org/)

## Sites

- Southern Missouri Community Health Center Thayer Clinic, US Highway 63, Thayer, MO 65791, (417) 264-2990
- SMCHC Support Site:  1113-1119 Independence Drive, 1119 Independence Dr, West Plains, MO 65775, (417) 255-8464
- Southern Missouri Community Health Center West Plains Clinic, 1137 Independence Dr, West Plains, MO 65775, (417) 255-8464

## Sources

No source yet beyond the federal rule. The hospital's own policy is the final word.

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