About Bethel Family Clinic
Supporting Your Health and Healing Through Life's Every Wave
In 1979, the Bethel community came together with one goal—to create a local health center. Just two years later, Bethel Family Clinic opened in 1981. Today, we continue that mission by providing accessible, caring healthcare for all.
Our Core Values
Compassionate
Caring for our community with empathy and respect for all
Collaborative
Working together with local organizations for better outcomes
Accessible
Healthcare for everyone, regardless of ability to pay
Community
Serving Bethel and 55 surrounding villages across Alaska
About Bethel Family Clinic
The effort to bring a Community Health Center to Bethel began in 1979, and within two years the Bethel Family Clinic opened its doors in 1981.
BFC is a Federally Qualified Health Center which receives HHS funding and has Federal Public Health Service (PHS) deemed status with respect to certain health or health-related claims, including medical malpractice claims, for itself and its covered individuals.
Patient-Centered Medical Home
Bethel Family Clinic received its 2014 Level III certification as a Patient- Centered Medical Home in 2016, demonstrating our commitment to quality healthcare.
About the Bethel Region
Bethel Family Clinic is located in Bethel, Alaska—the largest community on the Kuskokwim River in Southwest Alaska. The area is the homeland of the Yup’ik people, who call it Mamterilleq, meaning “Smokehouse People.”
87,828 Square Miles
Bethel/Kusilvak census units coverage area
55 Remote Villages
Plus the hub city of Bethel
27,034 Residents
According to 2020 US Census Bureau
Bethel is known for its strong cultural heritage and community spirit, celebrated through annual events like the Kuskokwim 300 dogsled race, the Camai Dance Festival, and the Bethel Fair each August.
Our Approach: Collaboration in Healthcare
Bethel is a remote community, and strong partnerships are essential to keeping care close to home. That’s why we work closely with local organizations to support coordinated healthcare for families across the region.
Working alongside the local tribal health corporation, which operates a critical access hospital and village clinics throughout the region.
Partnering with state public health nurses and the Alaska Department of Health to support community wellness and public health efforts.
Providing outreach and care through local schools, cultural centers, and village facilities across the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta.
Location & Accessibility
- Central Location
Health Clinic
Admin & Behavioral Health
- Extended Services
- Local schools
- Cultural center
- Area village schools
- Head start facilities
Waqaa. All Are Welcome.
The Bethel Family Clinic will NOT refuse anyone based on ability to pay.
We offer a Sliding Scale Discount for patients that qualify. Everyone has the right to complete an application for the Sliding Scale Program.
Sliding Fee Scale
- Income-based discounts available
- Covers medical, dental, and behavioral health
- Easy application process
Insurance Accepted
- TriCare
- Premera BCBS
- Denali KidCare
- ASEA Local 52
- Medicare/Medicaid
- FirsTier
- Regence Group
- And many more
Awards & Recognition
Our commitment to quality care is recognized at the national level.
HRSA Operational Site Visit
Target: BP Silver+ Achievement
Ready to Schedule Your Appointment?
Contact us today to schedule your healthcare appointment