About East Los Angeles Health Center · Los Angeles
East Los Angeles Health Center is a community-based reproductive and sexual health clinic operated by Planned Parenthood Los Angeles (PPLA), located at 5068 Whittier Blvd in East Los Angeles, CA 90022. The center provides birth control, STD/STI testing and treatment, pregnancy testing and all-options counseling, emergency contraception, abortion services and referrals, HPV vaccination, PrEP/PEP, and other sexual and reproductive health care to patients of all ages. As one of the locations in PPLA's network of health centers across Los Angeles County, it serves a largely Latino working-class community in East LA, offering walk-in availability and a sliding-scale payment structure for uninsured patients.
East Los Angeles Health Center is one of approximately 19–23 community-based health centers operated by Planned Parenthood Los Angeles (PPLA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1965 to expand access to sexual and reproductive health care across Los Angeles County. PPLA is the largest private provider of reproductive care in LA County, serving more than 136,000–260,000 patients annually across its network and providing care regardless of ability to pay or insurance coverage (69% of patients live at or below the federal poverty line, per PPLA). Located on Whittier Boulevard in the unincorporated community of East Los Angeles, the health center offers a full range of FDA-approved contraceptive methods (pills, patch, ring, shot, implant, IUD, condoms, emergency contraception, fertility awareness methods), testing and treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, trichomoniasis, and HIV, HPV vaccination, pregnancy testing with ultrasound dating, adoption information and referrals, medication and surgical abortion services and abortion referrals, PrEP/PEP for HIV prevention, and other reproductive and sexual health services. The clinic explicitly states on its site that it 'supports and welcomes all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or biological sex, including but not limited to lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, questioning, and intersex clients.' Walk-in hours run Monday through Friday 8:00 am–3:30 pm and Saturday 8:00 am–3:00 pm, with regular posted hours Monday through Saturday 8 am–5 pm (or 8 am–4 pm Saturday depending on the service page). Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation services available for other languages. Appointments can be made by calling the PPLA customer service line at (800) 576-5544, and uninsured patients may qualify for financial assistance.
- In business
- Operated by Planned Parenthood Los Angeles, founded 1965; this East LA location is part of PPLA's community health center network (operating for many years; specific opening year not verified on official site).
- Owner
- Operated by Planned Parenthood Los Angeles (PPLA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. PPLA's parent central organization is headquartered at 400 W 30th St, Los Angeles, CA 90007. The local East LA Health Center does not list an individual owner/director on its public page.
- Serves
- East Los Angeles and surrounding communities within Los Angeles County, including Boyle Heights, El Monte, Lincoln Heights, City Terrace, Montebello, Pico Rivera, and unincorporated East LA neighborhoods (ZIP 90022 and adjacent).
About the East Los Angeles Health Center
The East Los Angeles Health Center is a community-based sexual and reproductive health clinic operated by Planned Parenthood Los Angeles (PPLA), one of the largest reproductive health care providers in Los Angeles County. It is located at 5068 Whittier Boulevard in the 90022 ZIP code, a major East LA corridor. PPLA was founded in 1965 and operates roughly 19–23 community health centers across the county in neighborhoods including Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw, Boyle Heights, Burbank, Canoga Park, East Los Angeles, El Monte, Hollywood, Lakewood, Lawndale, Long Beach, Palmdale, Pomona, Santa Monica, South Los Angeles, Van Nuys, Watts, and Whittier. The center's mission is to provide convenient, affordable access to a comprehensive range of quality reproductive health care and sexual health information through patient services, education, and advocacy.
- Operated by Planned Parenthood Los Angeles (PPLA), 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 95-2408623
- PPLA founded April 1965
- Address: 5068 Whittier Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90022
- Phone (appointments): (800) 576-5544
- Fax: (213) 284-3370
- Languages: English, Spanish; interpretation services available for non-English languages
Birth Control & Contraception Services
The center provides the full range of FDA-approved contraceptive methods. Patients can book appointments or walk in to receive birth control counseling, pick up methods like the pill or ring, or get a same-day IUD or implant insertion when available. Emergency contraception pills are available during all business hours and through walk-ins. Specific hours listed for this service include Monday 9:30 am–5 pm and Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:30 am–4 pm.
- Birth control pill
- Birth control patch
- Birth control vaginal ring (NuvaRing)
- Birth control shot
- Birth control implant
- IUD (hormonal and copper)
- Emergency contraception pills
- Condoms
- Spermicide and Phexxi gel
- Fertility awareness methods (FAMs)
- Birth control counseling
STD / STI Testing & Treatment
STD testing and treatment is available at the East LA Health Center. Services are offered by appointment and during walk-in hours Monday–Friday 8 am–3:30 pm and Saturday 8 am–3 pm. The clinic tests and treats the most common bacterial and viral STIs, and offers the HPV vaccine on site. PrEP and PEP for HIV prevention are also available, along with PrEP navigation support.
- Chlamydia testing and treatment
- Gonorrhea testing and treatment
- Syphilis testing and treatment
- Herpes testing
- Trichomoniasis (trich) testing
- Conventional HIV testing
- HPV vaccine
- Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and PrEP navigation
- Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)
- Genital wart treatment
- Adult Hepatitis B vaccine
- Condoms distributed
Pregnancy Testing, Options & Abortion Services
Pregnancy testing is done via urine test at the center. Patients receive all-options counseling, including continuing the pregnancy, adoption information and referrals, or abortion services and abortion provider referrals. Pregnancy dating ultrasound is offered on site. If a patient chooses to continue a pregnancy, the clinic provides a list of resources to help obtain prenatal care.
- Urine pregnancy test
- Pregnancy dating (ultrasound)
- Discuss all pregnancy options
- Adoption information and referrals
- Abortion services or abortion provider referrals
- Prenatal care resource referrals
Hours, Walk-Ins & Appointments
Regular posted hours are Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm and Saturday 8 am to 4 pm; the center is closed on Sunday. Walk-in hours run Monday–Friday 8:00 am–3:30 pm and Saturday 8:00 am–3:00 pm. The Los Angeles County government service locator lists slightly different hours for some services: Monday 9:30 am–5 pm, Tuesday through Friday 8:30 am–4 pm, Saturday 8 am–3 pm. Patients are welcome to walk in any time the center is open to make an appointment or check same-day availability; if there is time to wait, the clinic will try to fit them in the same day.
- Monday: 8 am – 5 pm (walk-ins 8 am – 3:30 pm)
- Tuesday: 8 am – 5 pm (walk-ins 8 am – 3:30 pm)
- Wednesday: 8 am – 5 pm (walk-ins 8 am – 3:30 pm)
- Thursday: 8 am – 5 pm (walk-ins 8 am – 3:30 pm)
- Friday: 8 am – 5 pm (walk-ins 8 am – 3:30 pm)
- Saturday: 8 am – 4 pm (walk-ins 8 am – 3 pm)
- Sunday: Closed
- Same-day appointments subject to availability
Insurance, Payment & Financial Assistance
Payment is due on the day of the appointment unless other arrangements are made in advance. Some insurance plans and physician groups require prior authorization. Patients who are uninsured may be eligible for financial assistance; they can call (800) 576-5544 to confidentially check eligibility. If approved, they may be asked to bring documentation to the visit. Telehealth services are also available by phone or video.
- Insurance accepted (some plans require prior authorization)
- Financial assistance for uninsured patients
- Payment due day of appointment
- Telehealth: remote care via phone or video
- In-person appointments at the clinic
Languages, Audiences & Inclusivity
The center serves a broad and diverse patient base across Los Angeles County. Services are delivered in English and Spanish, with interpretation services available for other non-English languages. The clinic explicitly states on its site that it 'supports and welcomes all people regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or biological sex, including but not limited to lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, questioning, and intersex clients.'
- Adolescents / youth / teens
- Adults
- At-risk persons
- General public
- LGBTQ patients
- Low-income persons
- Men
- Persons with STI
- Women
- English and Spanish spoken; interpretation available
Planned Parenthood Los Angeles: Parent Organization
Planned Parenthood Los Angeles (PPLA) is the central parent organization that operates this health center and roughly 19–23 community clinics across LA County. Founded in April 1965, PPLA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit headquartered at 400 W 30th St, Los Angeles, CA 90007. Its mission is to provide convenient and affordable access to a comprehensive range of quality reproductive health care and sexual health information through patient services, education, and advocacy. PPLA operates education and outreach programs that reach tens of thousands of youth, parents, and adults each year, including the Promotoras Comunitarias (Latina community health educators) program and the Black Health Initiative.
- Parent org: Planned Parenthood Los Angeles (PPLA)
- Founded: April 1965
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 95-2408623
- Headquarters: 400 W 30th St, Los Angeles, CA 90007
- ~19–23 community health centers across LA County
- Serves 136,000–260,000+ patient visits annually
- Education programs: Promotoras Comunitarias, Black Health Initiative, school-based education
- NTEE E42: Family Planning Centers