CareSouth, Capitol City Family Health Baton

CareSouth, Capitol City Family Health Baton is a medical clinic in Baton Rouge, LA. It operates as a private non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center providing community-based medical, dental, and behavioral health services. The organization serves patients at its main location and in satellite clinics in Donaldsonville, Plaquemine, Zachary, and Shreveport, Louisiana. It also provides onsite behavioral services in two Charter USA Foundational schools. Originally launched in 1997 as Capitol City Family Health Center, the clinic changed its name to CareSouth in April 2016.

The facility offers specialized care including pediatrics, dermatology, and HIV primary care through the Ryan White Department. Pediatric services cover well visits for children from newborn through age eighteen, including developmental milestones and vaccinations. Behavioral health professionals provide evidenced-based treatment for children aged five and up and adults, including screening for substance use disorders and telehealth options. Dental services include routine cleanings, exams, and treatment for common oral problems. The dermatology clinic in Zachary addresses skin, hair, and nail conditions with surgical and cosmetic procedures. Additional services include WIC services and management of chronic conditions such as IBD, Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and Hepatitis C.

CareSouth maintains an in-house pharmacy at its Florida Street location, serving all patients with same-day delivery within a forty-mile radius. The pharmacy participates in the 340B Drug Discount Program, offering prescriptions at nominal prices for low-income and Medicaid populations. It accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance plans. For those who are uninsured or underinsured, an income-based financial assistance program is available. The health center is guided by a consumer-majority volunteer board of directors and is recognized by the National Committee for Quality Assurance as a Patient-Centered Medical Home and by the National Association of Community Health Centers as an Advocacy Center of Excellence.

The clinic’s long-standing history and comprehensive service model define its role in the region. By integrating medical, dental, and behavioral health under one roof, it ensures continuity of care for families across Louisiana. This approach supports the health and wellness of the communities it serves in Baton Rouge and beyond.

The clinic is situated on Florida Street, approximately a tenth of a mile from Kernan Avenue Park and North Acadian Thruway.

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Services:

• Medical Services
• Dental Services
• Behavioral Health Services
• WIC Services
• HIV Services