Refugee Health
CCI works with the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) to complete health assessments for:
Refugees and asylees who have just arrived in the U.S.
Those with special immigrant visas (SIVs)
Human trafficking victims
Humanitarian parolees
About Refugee Health Services at CCI
CCI is committed to making you feel comfortable when you come in for your health assessment. That means:
You do not need to speak English.
Your care can be provided in your language.
Your care team will take the time to get to know you. They will ask about your experience and journey.
We will care for your health needs and connect you with local support. Together, we will help you adjust to life in your new community.
Refugee health visits take place at our Silver Spring and Greenbelt health centers. The refugee health assessment involves two (2) visits. The first visit is to learn more about your health needs. The second visit is a follow-up that takes place a week later.
What information will I need to bring?
Proof of Immigration
Proof that You Live in Maryland:
Housing Lease or Landlord Certification Form
Maryland Driver’s License or Identification Card
Pay Stub
Proof of school enrollment
Communication from Maryland State Agency
Maryland Medicaid Card or Managed Care Organization (MCO) Health Coverage Card. A Medicaid card shows that you qualify for health coverage from the state. The Maryland Medicaid card is sometimes called the red and white card. An MCO card comes from a health plan that works with Medicaid to provide and manage your health care services.
Need help enrolling in Medicaid?
Medicaid is government-sponsored health coverage for people who qualify. CCI can help you apply for Medicaid health coverage. Ask your care team to schedule a visit with one of our staff members who can help.
We accept Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance. If you do not have health coverage, you can still get care. Ask your CCI care team about our Sliding Fee Discount Program. Click here to view our complete list of accepted health insurance plans.
A member of the care team will:
Take a blood sample to check your general health
Ask about your medical history
Check in with you about how you are doing and adapting to your move to the U.S.
The care team can also refer you to other health services you may need. We can help you get services like those you need if you are having a baby or need to see a dentist.
During the second visit, the care team will:
Do a simple physical exam
Review your lab results
Review your health screenings, like your tuberculosis exam
Give you any shots and medicines you might need
Plan any needed follow-up care
You can still come to CCI for your primary care after your health assessments are complete. Primary care is your general medical care. It is your first point of contact in the health system. Learn more about Primary Care at CCI.
CCI also provides:
Dental Care
Behavioral Health Care
Pharmacy Services
WIC. WIC offers free, healthy food and nutrition support for families who qualify. Learn more about WIC.
The U.S. Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) says that certain groups of people can receive help through the Refugee Resettlement Program. These groups may also qualify for other benefits and services.
Refugees or individuals paroled as refugees include:
Refugees. A refugee is a person with refugee status from the U.S. Government. They received refugee status before coming into the U.S. Refugee status is given because it is not safe for them to stay in their home country.
Asylees. An asylee is a person who has left their home country because it is not safe to return. A person is given asylum by a U.S. immigration court or by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Amerasians
Afghan and Iraqi Special Immigrants
Certain Afghan Humanitarian Parolees
We accept referrals from resettlement agencies and sponsor groups, including the:
Ethiopian Community Development Council (ECDC) African Community Center DC Metro
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area (LSSNCA)
Send our Refugee Health Team a Message
Contact us to learn more about our refugee health program.
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