Minden Medical Clinic

KCHS offers free car seat checks with certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians to help families make sure children are riding as safely as possible.

During your appointment, our technicians will check for proper installation, make sure the seat fits your child correctly and answer questions about car seat safety and transitions between seat stages. Appointments are available for parents, grandparents and caregivers.

Please bring your vehicle, car seat and child if possible.

Questions or ready to schedule? Email safekids@kchs.org  and one of our car seat technicians will contact you to set up an appointment.

KCHS Car Seat Safety Brochure

Start the school year strong with a physical exam at Minden Medical Clinic. Whether your child is heading into kindergarten, starting 7th grade, transferring from out of state, or gearing up for a sports season, our caring providers are here to help. These checkups ensure your child is healthy, up to date on immunizations, and ready to participate safely in school and athletic activities. With convenient appointments and providers who know your family, we make it easy to stay on track.

Call 308-832-3400 today to schedule!

Need a DOT Physical? We've got you covered-right here in Minden.  Dr. Andy Craig at Minden Medical Clinic is certified to perform Department of Transportation ( DOT) exams, helping commercial drivers meet federal requirements quickly and conveniently.

With a passed exam, you'll receive  your DOT Medical Card the same day, so you can get back on the road without delay. No need to travel far or wait weeks for an appointment. Just quality, efficient care, close to home.  Call 308-832-3400 today to schedule your exam.

Childhood and Adult Immunization Schedules

As a Rural Health Clinic (RHC) we can provided Vaccines for Children (VFC). VFC is a federally-funded and state-operated vaccine supply program that provides free vaccines to eligible children 18 years of age or younger. The VFC Program helps all children have a better chance of getting their recommended vaccines.

Children must meet one of the following requirements to be eligible for VFC vaccines:

• Medicaid-eligible or enrolled in Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
• Have no health insurance coverage
• Underinsured (covered by insurance but limits may not cover full expenses)
• American Indian or Alaskan Native

The Minden Medical Clinic offers this service Monday – Saturday, with or without an appointment. This is a convenience to busy families who may not want to travel or wait for a community immunization clinic offered through the local health department.

Vaccines for Children (VFC)

Nebraska Vaccines for Children Program

Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) is a type of Medicaid for certain children who are without other health insurance and who do not qualify for Medicaid. It provides the same services covered under Medicaid in Nebraska. CHIP provides benefits such as improved access and continuity of care for children age 18 years or younger.

Minden Medical Clinic gladly accepts participants in the Children’s Health Insurance Program.

More details can be found at: 

Federal: Medicaid.gov/CHIP  or CMS.gov/CHIP

Nebraska:  Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services or CHIP State Plan

Every Woman Matters (EWM) is a federally funded program that can help you get your annual health check-up. The program is for medically under-served women who are 35 through 74 years of age, who have limited or no health insurance, and have a low or medium income. EWM provides screening and diagnostic tests and education and training. Some of the services offered include:

• Pelvic exam
• Pap test
• Clinical breast exam
• Screening mammogram (age appropriate)
• Blood pressure check
• Cholesterol check
• Blood sugar (glucose) check
• Health and wellness information
• Limited diagnostic services

Minden Medical Clinic gladly accepts EWM patients with their screening card.

For more details visit: Every Woman Matters, DHHS