activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 5
- Medi-Cal enrollment assistance and health plan navigation Health Insurance Enrollment AssistanceSupports individuals in determining eligibility, selecting appropriate health plans or primary care providers, and understanding benefits through the Medi-Cal program, including expanded full coverage for adults aged 26–49 regardless of immigration status as of 2024.
- Operation of 54 health center locations providing comprehensive careOperates 54 health center locations offering comprehensive healthcare services to nearly 200,000 individuals in Kern and Fresno Counties, including recent expansions in Delano and at the Westpoint Community Health Center.
- Operation of walk-in clinics with same-day and extended-hour careProvides same-day, non-emergency medical care through walk-in clinics with extended hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., including weekends, to serve patients and families promptly.
- Provision of WIC program services including food, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support WIC Nutrition Support ServicesDelivers WIC program services to pregnant and postpartum women and children under five, including distribution of healthy food benefits, nutrition education tailored to early life stages, personalized counseling by Registered Dietitians, and breastfeeding support with access to Certified Lactation Educators, IBCLCs, and breast pumps; all locations offer bilingual services.
- Referral coordination for healthcare and community services Integrated Behavioral Health ServicesProvides referrals to a range of healthcare and community services including women’s health, pediatric care, behavioral health, CPSP, and dental services.
strategies · 9
how they think
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- Accessible Care Model accessible_care_modelIncreases access to timely and flexible healthcare through walk-in services, same-day appointments, extended hours, and walk-in care as an alternative to scheduled visits or urgent care, ensuring care is available when patients need it.
- Federally Qualified Health Center Integrated Care Model federally_qualified_health_center_modelOperates as a Federally Qualified Health Center to deliver integrated medical, dental, and behavioral health services with a focus on equity, compassion, and comprehensive care for underserved populations.
- Immigrant-Inclusive Healthcare Access immigrant_inclusive_healthcare_accessEnsures immigrants can access public benefits and healthcare services without fear of immigration consequences by aligning with federal public charge rules and actively removing participation barriers.
- Mobile Provider and Multi-Site Care Delivery mobile_provider_modelDeploys providers across multiple clinic locations and enables patient choice of site to expand geographic access while maintaining consistent, high-quality care across all locations.
- Nonjudgmental Family Support nonjudgmental_family_supportOffers compassionate, nonjudgmental nutrition and food support to pregnant, breastfeeding, and parenting individuals raising children under five, fostering trust and engagement.
- Nutrition Support and Access for Families nutrition_support_and_accessProvides free healthy food and practical tools to support healthy eating among pregnant women and families with young children, addressing nutritional needs as part of holistic care.
- Patient Navigation for Healthcare Access patient_navigationProvides guidance to help patients navigate Medi-Cal eligibility, program enrollment, and benefit understanding, reducing systemic barriers to accessing care.
- Patient Portal and Telehealth Integration patient_portal_telehealth_integrationUses a secure online patient portal (MyChart) to enable remote access to appointments, test results, prescriptions, and health records, increasing convenience and continuity of care.
- Street Medicine for High-Need Populations street_medicineBrings care directly to patients in their communities, particularly those experiencing homelessness or facing significant barriers to clinic-based care, to improve engagement and health outcomes.
named programs · 14
what they call their work
Addiction Medicine Fellowship
Advanced training in addiction medicine for healthcare providers
Adolescent Family Life Program
Provides services to adolescent parents and their children
Comprehensive Perinatal Service
Offers healthcare and support services for pregnant individuals and new mothers
Covered California™
Helps individuals and families enroll in health insurance plans through the state marketplace
Differential Response Program
Offers alternative response models in child welfare cases
Health Insurance Assistance
Provides support for Covered California enrollment, CalFresh applications, IRS Form 1095-A assistance, and assurance cards
Healthcare & Support Services for the Homeless
Delivers medical and supportive care to homeless individuals
High-Risk Pediatric Clinic
Specialized care for children with complex medical needs
Kern Lifeline Project
Supports individuals in crisis with linkage to care and resources
Medi-Cal Assistance
Guides patients through Medi-Cal eligibility determination, enrollment, and redetermination; assists with understanding benefits and managed care plan options
Medically Vulnerable Infant Program
Supports infants with medical vulnerabilities through coordinated care
Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program
Training program for family medicine physicians
Southeast Neighborhood Partnership Family Resource Center
Community-based resource center offering family support services
Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
Provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and supplemental foods for low-income women, infants, and children
relationships · 9
who they work with
- Anthem Blue Cross Partner — Partner managed care plan accepted by Clinica Sierra Vista for Medi-Cal beneficiaries in Kern County.
- Anthem State Sponsored Business (SSB) Partner — Partner managed care plan accepted by Clinica Sierra Vista for Medi-Cal beneficiaries in Fresno County.
- Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) Government — Government agency whose Medi-Cal expansion policies Clinica Sierra Vista implements and promotes.
- Dignity Health Medical Network – Central CA/Independence Medical Group (IMG) Partner — Partner managed care plan accepted by Clinica Sierra Vista for Medi-Cal beneficiaries in Kern County.
- HealthNet (Cal Viva) Partner — Partner managed care plan accepted by Clinica Sierra Vista for Medi-Cal beneficiaries in Fresno County.
- Kern Health Systems Partner — Partner managed care plan accepted by Clinica Sierra Vista for Medi-Cal beneficiaries in Kern County.
- Lasalle (Altura formerly Network Medical Mgmt. IPA) Partner — Partner managed care plan accepted by Clinica Sierra Vista for Medi-Cal beneficiaries in Fresno County.
- MyChart Partner — Partners with MyChart to offer digital scheduling and the “On My Way” feature for walk-in clinic access.
- WIC Partner — Administers WIC services at multiple locations to support families with food and nutrition.