activities · 13
what they do
direct service · 12
- Baby Boutique program Hygiene and Essential Care Kits DistributionOperates Baby Boutiques that provide free incentives to patients following postnatal education appointments to support maternal and infant health.
- Diagnostic imaging services Diagnostic Medical Imaging ServicesOffers on-site or off-site ultrasound and X-ray services, with transportation provided for offsite visits to ensure access.
- Health care services for underserved populations Sliding Fee Scale Healthcare ServicesProvides affordable, high-quality health care and supportive services to uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved individuals in San Diego County.
- Health coverage application assistanceProvides assistance to uninsured, self-pay, or eligibility-uncertain patients in applying for coverage, reviewing options, and determining discounted fees.
- Health services for homeless individuals Homeless Health Navigation & Care AccessDelivers health care and support services specifically tailored for homeless individuals, improving access to medical care.
- Mobile medical unitsOperates medical mobile units to deliver health care services to underserved populations across San Diego County.
- Online patient portal Patient Portal & Digital Access SystemsProvides 24/7 access to medical records through a secure online patient portal, enabling patients to view lab results, send secure messages, manage referrals, schedule appointments, complete pre-registration, and request medication refills.
- Reduced-fee medical visits for uninsured patients Sliding Fee Scale Healthcare ServicesProvides a $25 reduced fee per medical visit for uninsured patients who qualify, increasing access to care in San Diego County.
- Reentry support for justice-involved individuals Reentry Support ServicesProvides reentry support and bridge programs for justice-involved individuals to facilitate access to health care and community integration.
- Sliding-fee scale for medical services Sliding Fee Scale Healthcare ServicesOffers a sliding-fee scale based on income and family size at all clinics, ensuring patients are not denied care due to inability to pay.
- Telehealth services Telehealth Consultations & Virtual CareOffers telehealth appointments via phone or interactive video for a range of health care services, increasing accessibility for patients.
- Walk-in urgent care services Walk-in Urgent Care ServicesProvides walk-in urgent care services from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily except Sundays at clinic locations.
capacity building · 1
- Graduate and professional health training programs Comprehensive Health Professions EducationProvides graduate medical education, continuing medical education, and a medical assistant certificate program to train health care professionals for service in underserved communities.
strategies · 10
how they think
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- Ensuring data privacy through HIPAA-compliant systems hipaa_complianceUses HIPAA-compliant software to protect patient data and secure communications, ensuring privacy and trust in digital health interactions.
- Extended-access urgent care to fill primary care gaps extended-access urgent careProvides walk-in urgent care during evenings and weekends to address gaps in primary care availability, improving access for underserved populations with limited care options.
- Focus on medically underserved populations medically_underserved_focusPrioritizes care for uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved populations, structuring services around their specific needs and barriers to access.
- Harm reduction approach in service delivery harm_reductionApplies a harm reduction philosophy in health service provision, aiming to meet patients where they are and reduce negative health outcomes through non-judgmental, patient-centered care.
- Integrated care model combining primary and behavioral health services integrated_care_modelIntegrates behavioral health services into primary care settings and offers specialized programs like PACE and LRMAI, based on the belief that co-locating services improves access and outcomes for complex patient needs.
- Patient portal for continuous engagement and self-management patient_portalProvides a secure, online patient portal offering 24/7 access to medical records to promote patient engagement, self-management, and continuity of care.
- Sliding-fee scale for affordable care based on income sliding-fee scaleUses a sliding-fee scale and financial assistance model that adjusts care costs according to household income, dependents, and insurance status to ensure affordability for uninsured and low-income patients.
- Street medicine for homeless populations street_medicineDelivers medical care directly to individuals experiencing homelessness on the street, removing structural barriers to access for highly marginalized patients.
- Telehealth delivery for non-emergency care telehealth_deliveryUses telehealth platforms, including phone and interactive video visits, to deliver non-emergency care, expanding access for patients who may face transportation or mobility challenges.
- Training physicians for underserved communities through diverse clinical experiences community-focused-medical-trainingTrains medical professionals in diverse clinical settings and with underserved populations to prepare them for outpatient-centered care and long-term service in medically underserved areas.
named programs · 13
what they call their work
Baby Boutique
Program providing free incentives and supplies to patients after postnatal visits
Behavioral Health Services
Integrated mental health and substance use services provided alongside primary care
Covered California Enrollment
Assistance with enrollment in health insurance plans through Covered California and Medi-Cal
Diabetes Programs
Comprehensive care and education for patients with diabetes, including management and prevention services
Family Medicine Residency Program
ACGME-accredited residency training program for physicians focused on serving underserved populations
Health Care and Support Services for Homeless Persons
Comprehensive medical, behavioral, and social services tailored to individuals experiencing homelessness
Laura Rodriguez Medical Assistant Institute
Certificate program training medical assistants to work in clinical settings, particularly in underserved communities
Medical Mobile Units
Mobile medical clinics providing health care services to underserved and homeless populations in various locations
Psychiatry Residency Program
Residency training in psychiatry with emphasis on community-based mental health care
Reentry Support and Bridge Programs (Justice-Served)
Services supporting individuals transitioning from incarceration back into the community, including health care and social support
Street Medicine
Outreach program delivering medical care directly to unsheltered individuals in their communities
Substance Use Disorder Services
Includes Medications for Addiction Treatment (MAT), counseling, and harm reduction services
Urgent Care Clinics
Walk-in urgent medical care from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, for non-emergency conditions including infections, minor injuries, and acute illnesses
relationships · 9
who they work with
- Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care Government — Accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care
- Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education Government — ACGME accredits all graduate medical training programs at FHCSD.
- Covered California Partner — Accepted insurance provider for patient care services
- El Cajon Family Health Center Partner — Urgent care services are offered at this location.
- Joint Commission Partner — Accredited by the Joint Commission.
- Logan Heights Family Health Center Partner — Urgent care services are offered at this location.
- Medi-Cal Partner — Accepted insurance provider for patient care services
- Mission Bay Family Health Center Partner — Urgent care services are offered at this location.
- Spirit of the Barrio Partner — Sponsor of Family Health Centers of San Diego.