SEMO Health Network Sikeston Dental

SEMO Health Network Sikeston Dental is a branch of the SEMO Health Network, a distinguished Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that has been serving the "bootheel" region of Southeast Missouri since 1979. As an FQHC, SEMO Health Network is committed to providing comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable primary health, oral, and behavioral health services to all residents, especially those in medically underserved areas. The Sikeston Dental clinic specifically focuses on delivering a wide array of dental services. Their core mission revolves around making healthcare accessible. This is evident through their offering of a sliding fee discount program, which allows patients to receive discounted services based on their family size and income, regardless of insurance status. They ensure that no patient is denied services due to inability to pay, and payment plans are available to ease financial burdens. SEMO Health Network's approach to patient care is rooted in the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model, a team-based approach where a personal physician leads coordinated care throughout a patient's lifetime. This means patients at Sikeston Dental benefit from a comprehensive and integrated healthcare experience, with access to a team of professionals including dentists, medical providers, and other specialists, often within the same facility. The focus is on educating, activating, and empowering patients, fostering strong communication through direct contact with the team and a patient portal for appointment requests, lab results, and secure messaging. The dental services provided at Sikeston Dental aim for both preventative and restorative care, encouraging patients to make healthy lifestyle choices for optimal oral health. As part of a broader health network, they contribute to community well-being by partnering with local communities to provide quality care and address healthcare issues on regional and local levels. SEMO Health Network operates with a consumer Board of Directors governance structure, ensuring that community needs are at the forefront of their operations.