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Frequently asked questions about Operation Samahan

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Short answer: The most common questions about Operation Samahan (Opsam Health) concern appointments ((844) 200-2426), insurance, the sliding fee program and locations. Answers below are drawn from Operation Samahan’s own FAQ and public records, each cited.[3]

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What do people ask about Operation Samahan?

What is Operation Samahan?

A nonprofit community health center in San Diego County, also called Opsam Health, funded under the federal Health Center Program (health center H80CS26623).[1][2]

Is Opsam Health a free clinic?

No. Operation Samahan says it is not a free clinic, but it takes patients with or without insurance and offers a sliding fee program.[3][4]

How do I book, cancel or reschedule an appointment?

Call (844) 200-2426. Operation Samahan asks for at least 24 hours’ notice to cancel.[3]

Does Operation Samahan take walk-in patients?

Yes, it says, though it encourages scheduling in advance.[3]

What insurance does it accept?

Medicare, Medi-Cal, Covered California and most private insurance, according to its website; it also sees uninsured patients.[1]

Can I be seen if I am undocumented?

Operation Samahan says it accepts patients regardless of immigration status and does not ask for proof of status.[3]

Is there a pharmacy at the clinics?

No. Operation Samahan says none of its locations currently has an on-site pharmacy.[3]

How early should I arrive?

Operation Samahan asks new patients to arrive 30 minutes early and returning patients 15 minutes early.[3]

How do I get a prescription refilled?

Call (844) 200-2426; Operation Samahan asks for two business days.[3]

Does it provide interpreters?

Yes, on request, with at least three days’ notice.[3]

What should I do in an emergency?

Call 911. Operation Samahan’s website gives the same instruction.[1]

Where is the administrative office?

637 Third Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91910; no clinical services are provided there.[1]

How many patients does it serve?

15,037 patients in 2025, as reported to HRSA.[5]

Who runs Operation Samahan?

Archie Bella, MD, MBA, Chief Executive and Medical Officer.[6]

For anything about your own care, contact Operation Samahan directly.

See also

References

  1. ^ a b c d "Opsam Health" (home page). Operation Samahan, Inc. (opsam.org). Retrieved 1 October 2026.
  2. ^ "Health Center Service Delivery and Look-Alike Sites" data file, entries for Operation Samahan, Inc. (health center number H80CS26623; data as of 1 October 2026). Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), data.hrsa.gov. Retrieved 1 October 2026.
  3. ^ a b c d e f g h i "Frequently Asked Questions for Opsam Health". Operation Samahan, Inc. (opsam.org). Retrieved 1 October 2026.
  4. ^ "Sliding Fee Program in San Diego, CA". Operation Samahan, Inc. (opsam.org). Retrieved 1 October 2026.
  5. ^ "Uniform Data System (UDS) awardee data, reporting year 2025" (file H80-2025.xlsx, refreshed 7 May 2026), Operation Samahan, Inc.. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). Retrieved 1 October 2026.
  6. ^ "Meet the Opsam Health Leadership Team". Operation Samahan, Inc. (opsam.org). Retrieved 1 October 2026.