Knox Community Health Center (KCHC), a division of the Knox County Health Department, joins the National Association of Community Health Centers and over 1,500 Community Health Centers (CHCs) across the country to celebrate National Health Center Week and recognize the vital role health centers play in providing affordable, effective, comprehensive primary care to more than 52 million Americans, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. This year, we celebrate how health centers use innovation to reach more patients and improve outcomes.
For 14 years, the Knox Community Health Center has provided comprehensive medical, dental and behavioral health to patients in and around Knox County. The KCHC accepts a wide range of insurance plans, including most private insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid. For uninsured and underinsured patients, KCHC offers a sliding fee scale based on household income. Additionally, eligible KCHC patients can participate in the 340b Prescription Drug Program to obtain affordable medications.
“At the Knox Community Health Center, our impact goes beyond providing healthcare – we’re strengthening the health and well-being of Knox County one person, one family, one partnership at a time. Every day, our team works to remove barriers to care by offering accessible medical, dental, and behavioral health services, ensuring that every resident has the opportunity to live a healthier life. When our community is healthier, Knox County is stronger.” – Michele Gabriel, Administrator/CEO, Knox County Health Department and Knox Community Health Center.
Health centers don’t just expand access. They improve outcomes and save money. For just 1% of national health care spending, CHCs deliver primary care to 14% of the U.S. population and save the health care system billions of dollars each year by preventing costly hospital visits. Knox Community Health Center is proud to be part of this critical mission.
Knox Community Health Center is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care for individuals and families throughout our community. With medical, dental, and behavioral health services conveniently available under one roof, we make it easier to access the care you need. To learn more or schedule an appointment, visit www.knoxcountyhealth.org or call 309-344-2225. Choose Knox Community Health Center as your family’s healthcare home – Come see us today & we’ll be here when you need us later.
ABOUT NATIONAL HEALTH CENTER WEEK
Every August, the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) sponsors National Health Center Week (NHCW) to celebrate and increase awareness of America’s Community Health Centers (CHCs). NHCW is an opportunity to highlight the commitment and passion of CHC patients, staff, board members, and supporters who make it possible to provide quality, comprehensive healthcare services to 52 million patients across more than 17,000 communities. Learn more at www.healthcenterweek.org.
***Courtesy of the Knox County Health Department***
