Best Healthcare in New Jersey — 16 resources

About Healthcare for Women

Healthcare for uninsured women is accessible through Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), Title X family planning clinics, Planned Parenthood, free clinics, and Medicaid. FQHCs charge on a sliding scale and provide primary care, prenatal care, dental, and behavioral health — locate via the HRSA health center finder. Title X clinics offer free or low-cost contraception, STI testing, and cervical/breast screenings regardless of insurance. The National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP) provides free screenings to low-income, uninsured women. Medicaid covers pregnancy in all 50 states up to at least 138% FPL. This directory includes FQHCs, Title X clinics, free clinics, and state Medicaid offices.

Healthcare in New Jersey

New Jersey Superior Court Family Part handles family law in each of its 15 vicinages. The Office of Child Support Services operates under DHS. Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Elizabeth, and Trenton are the largest cities. Legal Services of New Jersey coordinates six regional LSC programs, and the New Jersey Coalition to End Domestic Violence (NJCEDV) supports women statewide.

16 Resources

1. NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid/CHIP) — Free

Based in New Jersey, NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid/CHIP) supports New Jersey women navigating primary care, women's health, maternity, and insurance enrollment. Phone (800) 701-0710 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Service hours run Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; ask about after-hours options if needed. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.

(800) 701-0710 · Statewide program · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

2. GetCovered NJ (State ACA Marketplace) — Free

State health insurance marketplace for women across age groups. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across age groups who need vetted, plain-language information on primary care, women's health screenings, reproductive care, prenatal services, and chronic disease management. Hours Mon-Fri 8am-5pm — free for qualifying women.

(833) 677-1010 · Online enrollment · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

3. Planned Parenthood of Northern NJ

Based in New Jersey, Planned Parenthood of Northern NJ supports New Jersey women navigating primary care, women's health, maternity, and insurance enrollment. Dial (800) 230-7526 for an initial conversation about your situation. Available Varies; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.

(800) 230-7526 · Multiple NJ locations · Varies · Visit Website

4. NJ Cancer Education & Early Detection Program — Free

NJ Cancer Education & Early Detection Program works with women across New Jersey on primary care, women's health, maternity, and insurance enrollment. Call (800) 328-3838 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. Available Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. No fee for eligible women, with intake handled confidentially.

(800) 328-3838 · Statewide program · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

5. NJ Community Health Centers

Network of FQHCs for women across age groups. Contact the office or visit in person to learn about services, eligibility, and how to begin. Bring photo ID, insurance card if you have one, and a list of current medications to make your first visit or call as productive as possible. Hours Mon-Fri 8am-5pm — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay fees may apply.

Multiple locations statewide · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

6. Eric B. Chandler Health Center — New Brunswick

Eric B. Chandler Health Center — New Brunswick provides primary care, women's health, maternity, and insurance enrollment for women in New Brunswick. Dial (732) 235-6700 for an initial conversation about your situation. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm — confirm by phone before driving in. Costs vary by service; ask about sliding-scale rates or insurance coverage.

(732) 235-6700 · 277 George St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website

7. HealthCare.gov — Free

Federal Health Insurance Marketplace — apply for coverage, see plans, and check if you qualify for Medicaid for women across age groups. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across age groups who need vetted, plain-language information on primary care, women's health screenings, reproductive care, prenatal services, and chronic disease management. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

8. Medicaid.gov — Free

Federal Medicaid program information and state-by-state eligibility and enrollment for women across age groups. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across age groups who need vetted, plain-language information on primary care, women's health screenings, reproductive care, prenatal services, and chronic disease management. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online

9. HRSA — Find a Health Center — Free

Federal directory of community health centers offering sliding-scale primary care nationwide for women across age groups. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across age groups who need vetted, plain-language information on primary care, women's health screenings, reproductive care, prenatal services, and chronic disease management. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

10. Planned Parenthood — Free

Reproductive and sexual health care including birth control, STI testing, cancer screening, and prenatal care for women across age groups. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across age groups who need vetted, plain-language information on primary care, women's health screenings, reproductive care, prenatal services, and chronic disease management. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

11. Office on Women's Health (OWH) — Free

HHS office providing women's health information, helpline 1-800-994-9662, and resources. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across age groups who need vetted, plain-language information on primary care, women's health screenings, reproductive care, prenatal services, and chronic disease management. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

12. CDC Women's Health — Free

Centers for Disease Control resources on women's health topics from cancer prevention to maternal health. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across age groups who need vetted, plain-language information on primary care, women's health screenings, reproductive care, prenatal services, and chronic disease management. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

13. Susan G. Komen — Free

Breast cancer support, screening referrals, and financial assistance. 1-877 GO KOMEN helpline for women across age groups. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across age groups who need vetted, plain-language information on primary care, women's health screenings, reproductive care, prenatal services, and chronic disease management. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

14. American Cancer Society — Free

Free cancer information, patient support, transportation, and lodging programs. 1-800-227-2345 for women across age groups. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across age groups who need vetted, plain-language information on primary care, women's health screenings, reproductive care, prenatal services, and chronic disease management. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

15. March of Dimes — Free

Improving maternal and infant health. Resources for pregnancy, birth defects, and NICU support for women across age groups. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across age groups who need vetted, plain-language information on primary care, women's health screenings, reproductive care, prenatal services, and chronic disease management. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

16. National Black Women's Health Imperative — Free

Advancing the health and wellness of Black women and girls through research, advocacy, and education. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for women across age groups who need vetted, plain-language information on primary care, women's health screenings, reproductive care, prenatal services, and chronic disease management. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.

Nationwide · Online · Visit Website

Frequently Asked

How many healthcare resources are in New Jersey?
Women's Corner tracks 16 healthcare resources for women in New Jersey.
Are healthcare resources in New Jersey free?
13 of the 16 listed healthcare resources in New Jersey are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in New Jersey have healthcare resources?
Listings span cities including New Brunswick.
What are some examples of healthcare resources in New Jersey?
Featured entries include NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid/CHIP), GetCovered NJ (State ACA Marketplace), Planned Parenthood of Northern NJ, NJ Cancer Education & Early Detection Program, NJ Community Health Centers.
Do these listings include phone numbers?
5 of 16 New Jersey healthcare listings include phone numbers.
What if I don't have insurance?
Apply for Medicaid at Healthcare.gov or your state Medicaid office — pregnant women, parents, and low-income adults qualify in expansion states. While waiting, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) charge sliding-scale based on income for full primary, dental, mental health, and women's health care. Find one at FindAHealthCenter.hrsa.gov.
Where do I get free women's health care?
Planned Parenthood and FQHCs provide free or sliding-scale Pap smears, mammogram referrals, birth control, STI testing, and prenatal care. The CDC's National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program funds free screenings in every state — call 1-800-CDC-INFO. Title X clinics offer confidential family planning regardless of income or insurance.
What if I'm pregnant and uninsured?
Apply for pregnancy Medicaid immediately at your state Medicaid office or Healthcare.gov — pregnant women have higher income limits than regular Medicaid (up to 200% FPL in most states) and coverage starts retroactively. WIC enrollment also opens additional referrals. Most states have extended postpartum Medicaid coverage to 12 months after birth.
Can I get free birth control?
Yes. Most insurance (including Medicaid) covers all FDA-approved birth control at $0 under the ACA. Without insurance, Title X clinics and Planned Parenthood provide free or sliding-scale contraception including IUDs, implants, pills, and emergency contraception. Bedsider.org's clinic finder shows free/low-cost options near you.