Find Care at Desert Senita: Locations, Hours & Patient Services
Desert Senita Community Health Center provides affordable primary care and related healthcare services across rural Arizona. Its five service communities are Ajo, Arizona City, Coolidge, Stanfield, and Casa Grande.
The nonprofit health center serves insured, uninsured, and underinsured patients. Depending on the clinic, services include family medicine, preventive visits, behavioral health, dentistry, pharmacy, laboratory testing, X-rays, and physical therapy.
Central patient scheduling and assistance
Verified for Ajo and Coolidge; confirm other departments and sites.
Income-based discounts available for eligible patients.
Information reviewed October 23, 2026. Clinic schedules, providers, insurance networks, and service availability may change.
Quick Answer: Which Desert Senita Clinic Should You Visit?
Primary care, behavioral health, dental, pharmacy, physical therapy, lab and X-ray.
Primary care, behavioral health, dental, pharmacy and laboratory testing.
Primary care, behavioral health and laboratory testing.
Primary care and behavioral health. Confirm lab availability before visiting.
Behavioral health services at the listed Casa Grande clinic.
Remote appointments may be available for suitable healthcare needs.
Desert Senita Community Health Center Locations & Hours
These are the clinic addresses listed by Desert Senita. Operating hours are stated only where they could be reasonably verified. All appointments can be requested through the central number 833-444-5040.
1. Ajo Community Health Center
Address: 410 N Malacate Street, Ajo, AZ 85321
Primary care hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
County: Pima County
Primary Care Dental Behavioral Health Pharmacy Physical Therapy Lab & X-rayThis is a useful location for Ajo-area patients who need multiple kinds of care without traveling to separate cities.
Laboratory: Official English-language laboratory schedule lists Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM.
X-ray: Monday–Thursday, 8 AM–5 PM.
2. Arizona City Community Health Center
Address: 14574 S Sunland Gin Road, Arizona City, AZ 85123
Listed general hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
County: Pinal County
Primary Care Dental Behavioral Health Pharmacy LaboratoryPatients may arrange general medical visits, preventive care and other available services. The laboratory schedule is listed as Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM.
3. Coolidge Community Health Center
Address: 1435 N Arizona Boulevard, Coolidge, AZ 85128
Official primary care hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
County: Pinal County
Primary Care Behavioral Health LaboratoryCoolidge provides family medical care and behavioral health services. The official laboratory schedule lists Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM.
Some external listings show different closing times. For planning, use the current clinic’s official primary care hours and call to confirm evening appointments.
4. Stanfield Community Health Center
Address: 515 S Stanfield Road, Building O, Stanfield, AZ 85172
Services: Primary care and behavioral health
County: Pinal County
The official English-language laboratory page also lists laboratory hours of Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM. However, another language version reports a temporary suspension. Confirm that blood draws are currently available before making a lab-only trip.
General clinic hours: Contact scheduling for the current weekday appointment schedule.
5. Casa Grande Behavioral Health Clinic
Address: 1269 N Promenade Parkway, Suite 127, Casa Grande, AZ 85194
Primary listed service: Behavioral health
County: Pinal County
Desert Senita reports expanding its behavioral health services into Casa Grande in 2025. Do not assume this office provides the same medical, laboratory, pharmacy, or dental services as Ajo and Arizona City.
Hours: Verify the current appointment schedule through central scheduling.
Services Available at Desert Senita
Routine health visits, preventive examinations, management of chronic conditions, screenings and continuing care.
Counseling, therapy, medication management and support for mental health or substance-use concerns.
Dental examinations, treatment, preventive care and eligible emergency dental walk-in services at participating locations.
Prescription dispensing, medication counseling, immunizations, medication reviews and selected over-the-counter products.
Blood draws, laboratory tests, selected rapid diagnostic tests and X-rays at locations offering these services.
Rehabilitation and mobility-related treatment, with physical therapy listed at the Ajo location.
Laboratory, X-Ray & Pharmacy Hours
| Location / Department | Published schedule |
|---|---|
| Ajo laboratory | Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM |
| Ajo X-ray | Monday–Thursday, 8 AM–5 PM |
| Arizona City laboratory | Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM |
| Coolidge laboratory | Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM |
| Stanfield laboratory | Availability needs confirmation because published language versions differ. |
| Desert Senita pharmacy | Published pharmacy schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM; lunch closure 12:30–1:30 PM. Confirm your specific pharmacy location. |
Laboratory samples may be processed through Sonora Quest or Labcorp, with results directed to the ordering provider for review.
How to Schedule Your First Appointment
Use the location details above, then identify whether you need primary care, dental treatment, behavioral health, physical therapy or another service.
Tell the representative your preferred clinic, type of appointment, whether you are a new patient, and whether you need language assistance.
Give the exact name of your health plan. If uninsured or underinsured, request a screening for the Sliding Fee Discount Program.
Open the official new-patient page. Look for the new-patient form and follow the clinic’s submission instructions.
Have photo identification if available, insurance details, medications and doses, relevant medical history, previous records, and income documentation if applying for a discount. Ask the clinic exactly what is required for your visit.
Confirm the address, appointment time, specialist referral arrangements and how you will receive prescriptions, laboratory results or follow-up instructions.
Sliding Fee Discount Program: Healthcare Without Full Insurance Coverage
Desert Senita is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Its Sliding Fee Discount Program adjusts eligible patient charges according to household income and family size.
The clinic states that its discount arrangements may apply across in-house medical, dental, behavioral health and pharmacy services. Potential discounts can range from 10% to 100%, subject to qualification and the applicable fee schedule.
- People without health insurance
- Patients with limited health coverage
- Households struggling with medical expenses
- Patients who want an eligibility review
- Household income
- Family or household size
- Current federal poverty guidelines
- Required application information and supporting documents
How to Apply
- Call 833-444-5040 or visit your nearest Desert Senita reception desk.
- Request the Patient Discount Program / Sliding Fee Discount Program application.
- Provide household size, income details, and any supporting documents requested on the current application.
- Ask the eligibility specialist to explain your discount category and any remaining charges.
- Keep your approval information. The clinic states that approvals last one year, after which renewal is required.
Insurance, AHCCCS, Medicare & Payment Questions
Desert Senita accepts multiple insurance types, including Medicaid/AHCCCS, Medicare and participating commercial insurance plans. However, acceptance of a plan category does not guarantee that a particular insurer, network, service or provider is covered.
Before booking, ask these questions:
- Do you accept my exact insurance plan and member network?
- Is my selected provider in-network?
- Will I owe a copay, deductible or laboratory charge?
- Are dental, behavioral health and pharmacy services covered separately?
- Can I apply for the discount program even if I have some insurance?
- Are there additional costs if I am referred outside Desert Senita?
Bring your insurance card if you have one, but ask about the discount program if coverage is limited or unavailable.
Telehealth Appointments
Desert Senita also offers remote healthcare visits for needs suitable for telehealth.
Explain your healthcare concern and ask whether telehealth is appropriate.
The clinic determines whether your appointment can take place remotely.
After scheduling, the clinic sends account setup and appointment information.
Use a smartphone, tablet or computer with a working internet connection in a private location.
Some symptoms or conditions require an in-person examination, testing or urgent care.
Medical Records, Test Results & Specialist Referrals
Use the clinic’s official medical-release form. Specify whether records are being sent to Desert Senita or released by Desert Senita to another recipient.
Processing: The clinic advises allowing 10–15 business days.
Its published policy states one year of medical records can be provided without charge, with additional fees for requests covering more than one year.
Forms and medical records processThe clinic says referral specialists normally contact patients within approximately seven business days. Insurance authorization may take up to 14 business days in some cases.
Patients may request a preferred specialist or facility, subject to insurance acceptance and availability.
For urgent referrals, notify your treating provider so the urgency can be documented appropriately.
Official referral informationPatient Portal & Language Assistance
Existing patients can use the official patient portal access page to reach the linked portal. Because portal functions may depend on account setup, use the clinic’s instructions for login, registration and account assistance.
Desert Senita also states that language assistance is available free of charge during appointments and when communicating with patient representatives. Ask for your preferred language when calling.
Before You Leave for Your Appointment
- Appointment confirmation
- Identification, if available
- Insurance information, if applicable
- Current medication list
- Known allergies and relevant medical history
- Questions or symptoms to discuss
- Income documentation if applying for discounts
- Relevant specialist or laboratory orders
- Correct clinic address and suite
- Exact department and provider
- Appointment or walk-in requirements
- Department operating hours
- Insurance and expected fees
- Any fasting or test preparation instructions
- Accessibility or transportation needs
- Interpreter availability if needed
Frequently Asked Questions About Desert Senita
1. What is Desert Senita Community Health Center?
Desert Senita is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center providing affordable healthcare to rural Arizona communities. Its services include primary care and other healthcare services that vary by location.
2. Where are Desert Senita locations?
Desert Senita lists clinics in Ajo at 410 N Malacate Street, Arizona City at 14574 S Sunland Gin Road, Coolidge at 1435 N Arizona Boulevard, Stanfield at 515 S Stanfield Road Building O, and Casa Grande at 1269 N Promenade Parkway Suite 127.
3. What are Desert Senita Community Health Center hours?
The official Ajo and Coolidge primary care pages list Monday through Friday, 8 AM–5 PM. Arizona City is also listed as 8 AM–5 PM weekdays. Other clinic departments and sites may have different schedules, so verify before visiting.
4. How do I make an appointment?
Call 833-444-5040, choose your preferred clinic and service, and request an available appointment. New patients can also review the new-patient information at desertsenita.org/new-patients.
5. Does Desert Senita accept AHCCCS and Medicare?
Desert Senita reports accepting Medicaid/AHCCCS, Medicare and participating private insurance plans. Confirm your exact plan, network, provider and service before the appointment.
6. Can I receive care without insurance?
Yes. Desert Senita accepts uninsured patients and offers a Sliding Fee Discount Program for eligible households. Discounts are based on factors including family size and household income.
7. Does Desert Senita provide dental services?
Yes. Dental care is listed at Ajo and Arizona City. Services include preventive and treatment visits, with emergency dental walk-in services described by the clinic. Confirm availability before traveling.
8. Does Desert Senita offer behavioral health care?
Yes. Behavioral health services include counseling, therapy and medication management. The organization lists behavioral health among its services in Ajo, Arizona City, Coolidge, Stanfield and Casa Grande.
9. Can I get laboratory tests or X-rays at Desert Senita?
Selected locations offer laboratory testing. Ajo also lists X-ray services. Laboratory schedules generally end earlier than overall clinic hours, and Stanfield lab availability should be confirmed because published schedules differ.
10. Does Desert Senita provide telehealth and medical records access?
Yes. Eligible visits may be scheduled through telehealth by calling 833-444-5040. Medical records can be requested using the clinic’s release forms, and a separate official patient portal access page is available.
Official Information & Patient Resources
This is an independent informational visitor guide, not an official Desert Senita website. Policies, clinic hours, fees and healthcare availability should be confirmed directly with the provider. This page does not provide medical diagnosis or individualized treatment advice.