This table and accompanying infographic give a high-level comparison between:
- Community Health Centers (CHCs) and Look-A-Likes (LALs)
- Rural Health Clinics
- Community Mental Health Clinics (CMHCs)
- Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs)
The table describes patient populations served, scope of services, program requirements, workforce and economic impact, reimbursement pathways, and federal oversight and site certifications.
NACHC would like to thank the National Rural Health Association (NRHA), the National Association of Rural Health Clinics (NARHC), and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing for reviewing and editing this resource.
