ERIE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT NEWS

ECHD Recognized

Erie County Community Health Center Recognized as Patient-Centered Medical Home

Sandusky, OH – October 21, 2024 – The Erie County Community Health Center (ECCHC), a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and part of the Erie County Health Department, is proud to announce that we have again received Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) recognition for Primary Care from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).

This recognition, coupled with ECHD/ECCHC’s recent HRSA Gold Award for Quality Leadership, signifies to our community that we provide the comprehensive care they need.

The NCQA is the leading accrediting body that sets standards for healthcare organizations, including hospitals, health plans, and medical practices. PCMH accreditation is a national recognition that underlines ECCHC’s commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. This accreditation demonstrates that ECCHC meets rigorous standards for patient-centeredness, access to care, quality of care, and coordinated care.

“Achieving PCMH accreditation is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our staff,” said Joe Palmucci, CEO, ECCHC. “Our team is committed to providing comprehensive, accessible, and affordable healthcare to the residents of Erie County.”

As a PCMH, ECCHC offers patients a range of services, including:

  • Primary care/Women’s Health
  • Preventive Care, Including Immunizations and Vaccines for Worldwide Travel
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Behavioral/Mental Health Services, Including Detoxification/Withdrawal Management and Crisis Stabilization
  • Dental Care, With Four Locations

By focusing on patient-centered care, ECCHC is able to improve health outcomes and reduce healthcare costs for patients. ECCHC accepts a variety of insurance plans, including Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance, and has sliding-scale fees for uninsured patients.

For more information about ECCHC and its services, please visit www.eriecohealthohio.com or call 419 626-5623.

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