HealthLinc La Porte

HealthLinc La Porte is a prominent Community health center located at 400 Teegarden St, La Porte, IN 46350, as part of the broader HealthLinc organization, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This clinic is dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible healthcare services to individuals and families across northern Indiana. HealthLinc La Porte operates under a patient-centered medical home model, emphasizing coordinated, comprehensive, and accessible care to achieve improved health outcomes and patient satisfaction. Their mission is to create healthy communities by eliminating barriers to care. They welcome patients with Medicare, Medicaid, Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP), and most commercial insurance plans, and crucially, they also provide care for uninsured patients, offering a sliding fee discount program based on household income and size to ensure affordability. The range of services offered at HealthLinc La Porte is extensive, covering various aspects of primary healthcare. These include: Medical Services: Comprehensive care for patients of all ages, including sick visits, preventative care, and chronic care management. Dental Services: Full Dental care to promote good oral health. Behavioral health: Support for mental well-being, including managing stress and addressing substance abuse. Pediatrics: Specialized care for children, encompassing well-child checkups, immunizations, school and sports physicals, developmental assessments, ADHD assessments and treatment, and lead testing. HealthLinc recently expanded its pediatric Primary care access in La Porte County. Women's Health: From annual checkups to family planning and prenatal care. Clinical Pharmacy: Assistance with developing and managing affordable medication plans. Labs & Testing: Onsite services for convenience. Community Outreach and Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance: Dedicated efforts to connect with the community, provide educational information, and help patients navigate health insurance options. HealthLinc is also actively involved in community initiatives and partnerships, collaborating with various organizations to enhance the well-being of the region. They participate in programs like "Reach Out and Read" to promote early literacy and distribute books during pediatric visits, and "Prescription for Play" which provides LEGO DUPLO kits to young children to support brain development. The organization also runs residency programs (Family medicine, Dental, Behavioral Health, Medical Assistant Training) to address healthcare workforce shortages and train the next generation of healthcare professionals. Their commitment to patient care is highlighted by patient testimonials praising the compassionate and knowledgeable staff who take the time to address concerns and explain treatments clearly. HealthLinc La Porte strives to be a trusted healthcare partner, ensuring that all individuals feel valued and supported on their health journey.