If you live in Harris County and need a clinic for primary care, same-day care, dental, or specialty services, Harris Health System (formerly Harris County Hospital District) has 18+ community health centers and same-day clinics across Houston and surrounding areas. This 2026 guide gives you the complete list, addresses, hours, services, and easy ways to find the clinic closest to you.
What Are Harris Health Clinics?
Harris Health operates a large network of community health centers (also called primary care clinics) and same-day clinics throughout Harris County. These are the places where most patients receive routine care, check-ups, chronic disease management, and minor urgent issues β all at low or no cost once you have Gold Card / Financial Assistance approval.
18+ Primary Care Centers
Full-service clinics for adults & children
Same-Day Clinics
Walk-in care for minor illnesses & injuries
Specialty & Dental
Dental, behavioral health, HIV care & more
Types of Clinics
Primary Care Health Centers β Your medical home for ongoing care.
Same-Day Clinics β Quick walk-in care (no appointment needed for most visits).
Full List of Primary Care Health Centers
Here are the main Harris Health primary care clinics (all accept Gold Card patients):
- Acres Home Health Center β North Houston
- Aldine Health Center β Far north Houston
- Baytown Health Center β Baytown area
- Casa de Amigos Health Center β Central Houston
- Cypress Health Center β Northwest Houston
- El Franco Lee Health Center β Southwest Houston / Alief
- Gulfgate Health Center β Southeast Houston
- Martin Luther King Jr. Health Center β Third Ward
- Northwest Health Center β 1100 W 34th St, Houston
- Settegast Health Center β Northeast Houston
- Squatty Lyons Health Center β Humble area
- Strawberry Health Center β Pasadena / East Houston
- Vallbona Health Center β South Houston
Same-Day Clinics (Walk-Ins Welcome)
No appointment needed for minor illnesses and injuries:
- Sareen Clinic β 8888 W. Bellfort, Houston (8 a.m.β5 p.m.)
- Sunset Heights Clinic β 1623 Airline Dr., Houston (8 a.m.β8 p.m., MonβSat)
- Urgent Care at Outpatient Center & Strawberry Health Center β Extended hours
How to Find the Clinic Nearest You
1. Visit the official locations page
2. Use the clinic finder
Filter by Primary Care, Same Day, or Specialty and enter your ZIP code.
3. Call for help
713-526-4243 (Patient Appointment Center)
Typical Clinic Hours
Most health centers: MondayβFriday, 8 a.m.β5 p.m. (some open at 7 a.m.)
Same-Day Clinics: Many open until 8 p.m. and on Saturdays.
Insider Tips for Harris Health Clinics
- Bring photo ID and your Gold Card approval letter (or patient ID)
- Use the MyHealth portal to check in and see wait times
- Same-day clinics are much faster than ERs for minor issues
- Most clinics have on-site pharmacies and labs
Key Clinic Locations & Maps
Northwest Health Center (Example)
Frequently Asked Questions
Disclaimer: This is an independent informational guide and is not affiliated with Harris Health System. Always verify current hours and services directly at harrishealth.org or by calling 713-526-4243.