Physical Health Services

Fish River Rural HealthThe University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK) and Fish River Rural Health (FRRH) have recently partnered to expand and enhance health services for students, providing access to one of the most comprehensive and affordable health care options available in northern Maine.

Through the partnership, UMFK students now have access to Fish River’s full array of services, including medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, nutrition, behavioral health care, and clinic-based pharmacy. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), Fish River operates on a sliding fee scale, making care affordable for all.

UMFK and Fish River are currently working together to onboard students to streamline the check-in process when care is needed. To further support students, Fish River also provides complimentary shuttle service to students with appointments, offering pick-ups on campus and in the community, and removing that barrier to their care.

FRRH Notice of Privacy Practices

Required Student Information for FRRH Setup

  1. Required Forms & Documents
    Students must bring the following items to their initial visit; otherwise, they will not be seen. Documents and letters can be obtained in Student Affairs office​​​​​​​. Note: Off-campus students not employed on campus must provide income proof instead of an attestation letter (i.e., tax return, 3 pay stubs, letter of support).​​​​​​​

    • Patient Registration Form
    • Patient Medical History Form
    • Sliding Fee Application with income proof
      • On-Campus Student/Not working – Requires Attestation letter from Student Affairs
      • On-Campus Student/Student Employment – Requires Attestation letter from Student Affairs
      • Off-Campus Student/Student Employment – Requires Attestation letter from Student Affairs and 3 Pay stubs or most recent tax return
      • Off-Campus Student/Not working – Requires Self-Attestation letter
      • Off-Campus Student/Working off campus – Requires 3 pay stubs or most recent tax return
    • Insurance Card (if applicable)
  2. Establish Care
    • Initial Visit: Students need to schedule an Establish Care visit before same-day services are available (call 207-834-3971).
    • Notify Staff: Inform FRRH staff that you are a UMFK student.
    • ​​​​​​​Scheduling: New patient appointments cannot be same-day; call early to schedule.
  3. Attend Your Appointment
    Arrive early, check in at the front desk, and have your insurance information ready (if applicable).

    • Location:
      ​​​​​​​FRRH Fort Kent
      12 Bolduc Ave.
      Fort Kent, ME 04743
  4. Same Day Appointments
    Once you’ve established care with Fish River Rural Health (FRRH), you can request Same Day Appointment services:

    • Call Time
      Students should call at 7:30 a.m. to request an appointment.
      If you are unable to secure an appointment, please call again the following day, as appointments cannot be scheduled in advance.
    • Availability
      Contact 207-834-3971
      Fish River clinics operate by appointment only from Monday to Saturday, and due to high demand, walk-ins are not permitted.
    • Important
      ​​​​​​​Please identify as a UMFK student when calling to ensure your needs are addressed under the healthcare service agreement.

Health Care Shuttle Service

Free shuttle service to the Bolduc Avenue Health Center (12 Bolduc Avenue, Fort Kent, ME 04743) is available for established patients. Call 1-888-335-3971 to request a shuttle. How it works:

  • Contact FRRH to specify the service you require. Call 3 hours in advance or the day before your appointment.
  • Coordinate with FRRH staff to arrange transportation via shuttle service.
  • Pick-Up Location: In front of Blake Library.
  • Be prepared and ready when the shuttle arrives.
DAYSMEDICAL/BHDENTALVISIONCHIROPRACTICPHARMACY
MONDAY7:30am – 6:00pm7:00am – 5:30pm7:00am – 5:00pm7:30am – 5:00pm8:00am – 6:00pm
TUESDAY7:30am – 6:00pm7:00am – 5:30pm7:00am – 5:00pm7:30am – 5:00pm8:00am – 6:00pm
WEDNESDAY7:30am – 5:00pm7:00am – 5:00pm7:00am – 5:00pm7:00am – 5:00pm8:00am – 6:00pm
THURSDAY7:30am – 5:00pm7:00am – 5:30pm7:00am – 5:00pm7:30am – 5:00pm8:00am – 6:00pm
FRIDAY7:30am – 5:00pm7:00am – 5:30pm7:00am – 5:00pm7:00am – 5:00pm8:00am – 6:00pm
SATURDAY8:30am – 1:00pm8:00am – 1:00pm

Student Affairs

Office Hours:

Monday – Friday
8:00am – 4:30pm

Contact Us:

(207) 834-7587

Office Hours:

Monday – Friday
8:00am – 4:30pm

Contact Us:

(207) 834-7587