Community Health Centers of Southeastern Iowa - Louisa County Clinic

Community Health Centers of Southeastern Iowa, Inc. (CHC/SEIA) is a well-established non-profit organization dedicated to providing high-quality, comprehensive, and affordable healthcare services to the communities it serves. The Louisa County Clinic, located at 2409 Spring St, Columbus City, IA 52737, is one of several clinic sites operated by CHC/SEIA. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), it plays a crucial role in ensuring access to healthcare for underserved, medically vulnerable, and underinsured populations. The mission of CHC/SEIA is to provide quality comprehensive healthcare from a community-oriented partner, accessible to all. This commitment is evident in their approach to care, which includes offering services regardless of a patient's age, race, nationality, income, employment, health insurance status, or residency. For those who are uninsured or underinsured, a sliding fee program is available, based on family size and income, to ensure that financial barriers do not prevent access to necessary care. They accept various insurance plans, including Medicaid. The Louisa County Clinic offers a wide range of services designed to address the holistic health needs of its patients. These services primarily include: Medical Care: Providing routine medical care, annual physical exams for children and adults, immunizations, laboratory services, and referrals to specialist physicians when needed. They also offer 24-hour provider on-call services for urgent/emergency care needs, and focus on prevention and early identification of common medical problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, and heart disease. dental care: Offering general dentistry services. behavioral health: Providing counseling and support for mental health needs. CHC/SEIA has been providing a medical and dental home to patients who might otherwise struggle to access healthcare since 2003. Their team of dedicated providers is committed to delivering excellent, quality care. Beyond clinical services, CHC/SEIA also works to address non-clinical factors that affect health, such as transportation, translation, food security, and access to other social services, by providing enabling services. This integrated approach highlights their commitment to improving community health and well-being. The organization is a member of the Iowa primary care Association and InConcertCare, and is an FTCA (Federal Tort Claims Act) and IowaHealth+ deemed facility, indicating its adherence to high standards of care and federal oversight. Patient testimonials often praise the knowledgeable professionals and compassionate care received at CHC/SEIA clinics.