CommWell Health Penderlea

CommWell Health Penderlea is a branch of CommWell Health, a well-established and award-winning non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that has been serving communities in southeastern North Carolina since 1977. Located at 5531 Eleanor Roosevelt Ln #1319A, Willard, NC 28478, CommWell Health Penderlea offers a wide range of primary, preventive, behavioral, and oral healthcare services. CommWell Health's mission is the "compassionate delivery of quality medical, dental, and Behavioral Health services for all." They operate on a patient-centered health home model, meaning they provide integrated and coordinated care with a team-based approach, often including Primary Care providers, nurses, health educators, and specialists. This approach aims to address all aspects of a patient's health and wellness needs. Services typically offered at CommWell Health locations, including Penderlea, encompass: Medical Services: Comprehensive family medical care for all ages, including treatment of acute illnesses, management of chronic diseases, physical exams, women's health services, prenatal care, immunizations, and services for conditions like diabetes and HIV/AIDS. They also offer on-site digital x-ray and laboratory services, and facilitate referrals to external specialists. Dental Services: Comprehensive Dental Care, including emergency care, preventative care (cleanings, sealants, fluoride), maintenance care, restorative care (fillings, crowns, dentures, root canals), oral hygiene counseling, and extractions. They utilize state-of-the-art equipment and digital x-ray units. Behavioral Health Services: Individual, group, and residential services for mental health and substance abuse treatment. CommWell Health emphasizes an integrated model where behavioral health is coordinated with medical and dental care. Special Health Care Services: These can include programs like WIC (Women, Infants, and Children), pharmacy services, care coordination, express discount meds home delivery pharmacy, and mobile dental/medical units to reach underserved populations. A core principle of CommWell Health is providing affordable care. They accept most private insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid, and offer a sliding scale fee for those without insurance, ensuring access to quality healthcare regardless of a patient's ability to pay. CommWell Health is committed to community well-being, not just individual treatment. They actively engage in community outreach and advocacy to protect and expand healthcare services for their communities. Their history traces back to a part-time migrant health program, and they have grown significantly, continually adapting to meet the evolving needs of the diverse populations they serve across a six-county region. They are accredited by The Joint Commission in both ambulatory and behavioral healthcare and are certified as a Patient-Centered Medical Home.