(Austin, TX – October 17, 2019) — People’s Community Clinic has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for exceeding federal health center standards in 2018. Specifically, People’s is distinguished for its excellence in the categories of: Advancing Health Information Technology (HIT) for Quality Care, Increasing Access to Care, Health Center Quality Leaders (top 10%), Reducing Health Disparities, and Achieving Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Recognition.
“For nearly 50 years, People’s has provided access to affordable and high-quality health care for those in our community lacking insurance or unable to afford medical services they need,” said Regina Rogoff, CEO of People’s Community Clinic. “We are especially proud that People’s is acknowledged as a leader, in the top 10%, in addressing health disparities across racial and ethnic groups. This recognition is very meaningful as we work to deliver health care with dignity and respect to our diverse community.”
Rogoff continued, “Millions of Americans, including thousands of Central Texans, rely on health centers for their primary medical needs. These quality improvement awards will support health centers working to deliver superior health care that engages patients, improves care coordination and bridges overall access to care.”
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) also released new data showing that in 2018, nearly 28 million people — about one in 12 Americans — relied on a HRSA-funded health center for affordable, accessible primary health care.
For a list of all organizations that received Health Center Quality Improvement awards, visit https://bphc.hrsa.gov/programopportunities/fundingopportunities/qualityimprovement/index.html.
To learn more about HRSA’s Health Center Program, visit http://bphc.hrsa.gov/about.