Heart of Florida Health Center is a nonprofit community health center in Ocala, Florida. Its website lists primary care, pediatrics, women’s health, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and more across several Marion County sites.
The main office sits at 2553 E. Silver Springs Blvd. The center lists its phone number, (352) 732-6599, with 24/7 access.
If you searched for Heart of Florida Health Center, you probably want an address, a phone number, or details on what kind of care it provides and who can use it. The name can sound like a heart specialty practice. It is not. It is a primary care center for families, and the “heart” in the name does not mean cardiology.
This guide uses the center’s own website, which I checked on October 14, 2026, to explain what the center is, which services and locations it lists, and how insurance and sliding-fee pricing work. It also covers the heart-health recognitions the site displays and how to approach heart concerns through primary care.
Hours, services, and providers differ by location and can change. Use this article to prepare, then call the center to confirm what you need.
What Is Heart of Florida Health Center?
Heart of Florida Health Center (HFHC) describes itself on its official website as a leading provider of primary health care in Marion County, offering affordable care for all. The site also says it serves residents of Marion and Sumter counties, with or without insurance. Its mission is to provide quality health care with compassion and respect to the communities it serves.
HFHC is a federally qualified health center (FQHC). An FQHC is a community health center that receives federal grant funding to provide primary care in areas with need. The site says HFHC receives Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Health Center Program funding.
A short history
A fundraising profile on Benevity says the center opened in 1991 as a free walk-in clinic called Community Health Services. It took the name Heart of Florida Health Center after it became an FQHC in 2009. This comes from a third-party page, so confirm the history on the center’s History page if it matters for your use.
How the center describes its care model
The website says HFHC uses integrated care. Medical and dental providers communicate with each other, and licensed clinical social workers join the primary care team. The site also says the center holds Patient-Centered Medical Home recognition.
Is it a cardiology practice?
No. The center lists primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, women’s health, and related services. It does not list cardiology. A primary care provider can check your heart-health risk factors and refer you to a specialist if needed. Ask the center how referrals work.
Services at Heart of Florida Health Center
The services page and home page list these services:
| Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Family medicine | Care for all ages |
| Internal medicine | Adult care |
| Pediatric medicine | Care for children |
| Maternity and gynecology | Women’s health care |
| Adult and pediatric dentistry | Dental care |
| Pharmacy | On-site pharmacy with a drug assistance program |
| Behavioral health | Counseling and integrated care |
| Case management | Help with navigating care |
| Optometry | Eye care |
| Telehealth | Virtual visits |
| Radiology | Imaging |
Site pages also describe jail-based health services in the community. No site offers every service. The locations page lists different services for each clinic, so check the one you plan to use.
Heart health and chronic disease care
The site’s footer shows several heart-health recognitions: the American Heart Association’s Check. Change. Control. Cholesterol Gold achievement, a Target: BP Silver achievement award for blood pressure improvement, and an American Heart Association diabetes recognition.
These are logos on the center’s website. I did not verify them with the issuing organizations, and I did not find the award years. They suggest the center works on cholesterol, blood pressure, and diabetes care, which are key risk factors for heart disease.
In practice, most people get their blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar checked and treated in primary care. Ask the center which screenings and programs it offers and how often you should get checked.
Locations, Hours, and Contact
The Contact & Locations page, which the center last updated on September 25, 2026, lists these sites. The main number for all sites is (352) 732-6599, labeled “Call Us Anytime – 24/7 Access.”
| Site | Address | Clinic hours listed |
|---|---|---|
| Main / Admin Office | 2553 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470 | Mon-Thu 8 AM-7 PM; Fri 8 AM-5 PM; Sat 8 AM-12 PM (established patients only) |
| Central | 1025 SW 1st Ave., Ocala, FL 34471 | Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM |
| West | 7826 SW 60th Ave., Ocala, FL 34476 | Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM |
| Belleview | 5051 SE 110th St., Belleview, FL 34420 | Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM |
| Southwest | 100 Marion Oaks Blvd., Ocala, FL 34473 | Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM |
| Reddick | 4500 NW 152nd Ln., Reddick, FL 32686 | Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM |
| Dunnellon | 19204 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Dunnellon, FL 34432 | Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM |
| Beacon Point | 717 SW Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Bldg. 1, Ocala, FL 34471 | Wednesday 8 AM-5 PM |
| College Park Elementary | 1330 SW 33rd Ave., Ocala, FL 34474 | Medical Thursday 8 AM-3 PM; dental Wednesday 8 AM-3 PM; behavioral health Mon-Tue 8 AM-5 PM |
Other hours the site lists
- Virtual visits only: Monday to Friday, 5 PM to 7 PM, by appointment. Call to schedule.
- Pharmacy: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with a closure from 12:30 to 1:30 PM, at the Main, Central, and Belleview sites. The Belleview page also lists pharmacy as “coming soon” in its services. Pharmacy numbers: Main (352) 877-7180, Central (352) 877-7470, Belleview (352) 480-5797.
- Dental (Main office): Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
- Blood draws (phlebotomy): Main office Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Central and Belleview on Thursdays, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
After hours
The site says to call (352) 732-6599 and ask for the on-call provider for medical questions after business hours. The after-hours service covers only medical issues, not scheduling or billing. The site also notes that no one monitors its contact form 24/7, so you cannot use it for medical advice.
Hours change, so call to confirm before you go.
Insurance, Costs, and Becoming a Patient
The home page says HFHC accepts all major health insurance programs, including Medicare and Medicaid. It also offers options for uninsured or underinsured people who qualify.
Sliding fee scale
The site says HFHC offers a sliding fee discount for qualifying under- and uninsured patients. Depending on family size and household income, you may qualify for discounts that make care more affordable.
A community resource directory, Right Service Florida, says the minimum charge for a visit runs between $15 and $50, with discounts that depend on household income. That is a third-party listing, so confirm current amounts with the center.
Starting as a new patient
The website has a Your First Visit page with downloadable documents, and it says making an appointment is easy. You can also call (352) 732-6599. The site links to a patient portal and an online bill-pay page. Ask the center what documents to bring, such as photo ID, insurance cards, and proof of income if you want to apply for the sliding fee.
Questions to ask when you call
- Which site offers the service I need, and what are its hours?
- Is the clinic accepting new patients?
- What do I need to bring to qualify for the sliding fee?
- How do referrals to specialists, such as cardiology, work?
- Can I use telehealth for follow-up visits?
When to Seek Urgent or Emergency Care
A primary care clinic is not the right place for an emergency. Call 911 right away for chest pain or pressure, pain that spreads to the arm, jaw, or back, severe shortness of breath, fainting, or signs of a stroke such as face drooping, arm weakness, or trouble speaking. The center’s own website tells people to call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room for a medical or behavioral health emergency.
For non-urgent concerns, such as blood pressure readings, medicine questions, or a family history of heart disease, schedule a visit with a primary care provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Heart of Florida Health Center a heart clinic?
No. It is a nonprofit federally qualified health center in Ocala, Florida. It offers primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, women’s health, and related services. The center does not list cardiology. A primary care provider can review your heart risk and refer you to a specialist if needed.
Where is the main Heart of Florida Health Center office?
The main and administrative office is at 2553 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL 34470. The center also lists sites in Ocala, Belleview, Reddick, and Dunnellon, plus a school-based site at College Park Elementary. Check the Contact & Locations page for each site’s hours and services.
What is the phone number for Heart of Florida Health Center?
The website lists (352) 732-6599 for all sites and says it offers 24/7 access. After business hours, you can ask for the on-call provider for medical questions. The Contact & Locations page lists pharmacy numbers separately.
Does Heart of Florida Health Center take Medicaid and Medicare?
The center says it accepts all major health insurance programs, including Medicare and Medicaid. It also has options for people who are uninsured or underinsured. Call before your visit to confirm that the center accepts your specific plan.
Do I need insurance to be seen?
No. The center says it provides care for all residents, with or without insurance. Qualifying patients can apply for a sliding fee discount based on family size and household income. Ask what documents you need to apply for the discount.
Can I get blood pressure or cholesterol care there?
Primary care providers commonly check and treat blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes. The center’s website shows heart-health recognitions for cholesterol, blood pressure, and diabetes care. Call to ask which screenings and programs your site offers.
Key Takeaway
Heart of Florida Health Center is a nonprofit federally qualified health center in Ocala, Florida, not a cardiology practice. It lists primary care, pediatrics, women’s health, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, optometry, and telehealth across several Marion County sites.
It accepts major insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, and offers a sliding fee discount for qualifying patients. Call (352) 732-6599 to confirm hours, services, and your site. For chest pain, severe shortness of breath, fainting, or stroke signs, call 911 right away.
