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EL RIO SANTA CRUZ

AZ · EIN 860285857 · $252.7M rev · operational · www.elrio.org
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El Rio Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing comprehensive primary and specialty care to underserved populations in Southern Arizona. The organization delivers integrated medical, behavioral, and dental services with a focus on chronic disease management, patient-centered care, and community wellness. It is nationally recognized for high-quality care in HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, and behavioral health, and operates as a safety-net provider for low-income and uninsured individuals.

activities · 21

what they do

direct service · 14
  • Behavioral health services Integrated Behavioral Health Services
    Offers behavioral health care through provider referrals or patient self-referral, with initial intakes conducted by Behavioral Health Case Managers in 60–90 minute sessions to assess needs and coordinate ongoing care.
  • Behavioral health services Integrated Behavioral Health Services
    Offers behavioral health care through provider referrals or patient self-referral, including 60–90 minute intake assessments conducted by Behavioral Health Case Managers to evaluate patient history and care needs.
  • Behavioral health services and intake Integrated Behavioral Health Services
    Offers behavioral health services accessible via provider referral or patient request, with initial intake visits conducted by a Behavioral Health Case Manager lasting 60–90 minutes to assess patient history and care needs; supported by care management teams for scheduling and coordination.
  • Chronic disease and care coordination
    Provides care coordination led by Registered Nurse Care Coordinators at all sites, with a focus on managing chronic diseases and supporting patients after hospitalization.
  • Community health and wellness centers
    Operates two wellness-focused health centers—HealthOn Broadway and HealthOn University—that deliver primary care, health education, and wellness coaching to the community.
  • Community health navigation
    Deploys Community Health Advisors at all locations to help patients with registration, health insurance enrollment, and accessing social support services such as food, housing, and legal aid.
  • Community health navigation and care coordination
    Deploys Community Health Advisors at all locations to assist patients with registration, health insurance enrollment, and access to social support services, and employs Registered Nurse Care Coordinators to manage care for chronic diseases and post-hospitalization needs.
  • HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C specialty care
    Operates the largest HIV/AIDS medical and behavioral health care program in Southern Arizona and runs a dedicated Hepatitis C clinic offering medical treatment, education, and support groups.
  • Integrated primary and preventive healthcare services Integrated Behavioral Health Services
    Provides comprehensive medical care including preventive and wellness services, acute sick care, and chronic condition management for adults aged 18 and older through multidisciplinary patient-centered teams that include medical, dental, behavioral health, and support staff.
  • Integrated primary and specialty health services Integrated Behavioral Health Services
    Provides comprehensive medical, dental, behavioral health, and support services through multidisciplinary, patient-centered teams at multiple health center locations, including preventive care, acute sick visits, and chronic disease management for adults.
  • Integrated primary and specialty health services Integrated Behavioral Health Services
    Provides comprehensive medical, dental, behavioral health, and support services through multidisciplinary, patient-centered teams at multiple health center locations.
  • Operation of community health and wellness centers
    Operates two health and wellness centers—HealthOn Broadway and HealthOn University—that provide primary care, health education, and wellness coaching to community members.
  • Patient support and care coordination
    Deploys Community Health Advisors at all sites to assist with registration, insurance enrollment, and access to social services, alongside Registered Nurse Care Coordinators who manage post-hospitalization follow-up and chronic disease care.
  • Specialty care for Hepatitis C and HIV/AIDS
    Operates a Hepatitis C clinic offering medical care, education, and support groups, and serves as the largest provider of HIV/AIDS medical and behavioral health care in Southern Arizona.
advocacy · 3
  • Maintains sustained advocacy engagement through the National Association of Community Health Centers Advocacy Center of Excellence (ACE) Program, achieving Gold status for commitment to health center advocacy.
  • Health center advocacy leadership Healthcare Quality Recognition & Accreditation
    Achieved Gold status in the National Association of Community Health Centers Advocacy Center of Excellence (ACE) Program, reflecting sustained organizational commitment to health center advocacy at the national level.
  • Organizational excellence and advocacy recognition Healthcare Quality Recognition & Accreditation
    Awarded Gold status by the American Medical Association’s Joy in Medicine program and the National Association of Community Health Centers Advocacy Center of Excellence, reflecting systemic achievements in staff well-being and policy advocacy.
capacity building · 4
  • Capacity building through health center recognition and performance Healthcare Quality Recognition & Accreditation
    Recognized by HRSA as a Health Center Quality Leader and for Advancing Health Information Technology (HIT) for Quality, and received gold-level recognition from the American Medical Association’s Joy in Medicine program, demonstrating leadership in healthcare quality, technology, and organizational excellence.
  • Health center quality and performance recognition Healthcare Quality Recognition & Accreditation
    Recognized by HRSA as a Health Center Quality Leader and for Advancing Health Information Technology (HIT) for Quality, demonstrating leadership in healthcare quality metrics and use of technology to improve outcomes.
  • Health center quality and performance recognition Healthcare Quality Recognition & Accreditation
    Recognized by HRSA as a Health Center Quality Leader and for Advancing Health Information Technology for Quality, demonstrating leadership in clinical performance, data management, and health IT utilization.
  • Organizational excellence and peer recognition Healthcare Quality Recognition & Accreditation
    Achieved gold-level recognition from the American Medical Association’s Joy in Medicine program and ranked above peers in areas including data management, population health, and patient engagement across nearly 48,000 U.S. healthcare facilities.
strategies · 18

how they think

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named programs · 7

what they call their work

Chronic Pain Management
Interdisciplinary approach to chronic pain including functional, clinical, emotional, and lifestyle assessments; participates in national innovatives for team-based care
Community Health Advisors (CHA) Program
Supports patients with insurance enrollment (AHCCCS, ACA), sliding fee scale, and access to social services including housing, food, legal aid, and domestic violence support
HIV/AIDS Care Program
Comprehensive medical and behavioral health services for people living with HIV/AIDS; largest provider in Southern Arizona
HealthOn Tucson
Integrated health and wellness collaboration with Tucson Medical Center offering primary care, health education, and wellness coaching at downtown and university locations
Hepatitis C Clinic
Specialized clinic offering treatment, education, and support groups for patients affected by Hepatitis C
Integrated Behavioral Health
Team-based care integrating primary care and behavioral health professionals to address mental health, substance misuse, chronic disease, and life stressors; includes Behavioral Health Consultants and Specialty Behavioral Health services
RN Care Coordination
Nurse-led care coordination for patients post-hospitalization or with chronic conditions to ensure follow-up care, medication management, and education
relationships · 6

who they work with

  • American Medical Association Partner — Recognized by the AMA through its Joy in Medicine Health System Recognition Program with gold status.
  • Health Resources and Services Administration Government — Recognized by HRSA as a Health Center Quality Leader and for Advancing HIT for Quality.
  • National Association of Community Health Centers Network — Participant in the NACHC Advocacy Center of Excellence (ACE) Program, achieving Gold status.
  • National Collaboratives Coalition — Participant in national collaboratives focused on innovative, team-based pain management practices.
  • The Joint Commission Government — Accredited by The Joint Commission, reflecting adherence to national healthcare performance standards.
  • Tucson Medical Center Partner — Co-founded HealthOn Tucson, a collaborative health and wellness initiative with El Rio Health.