Organizations That Deliver Primary Health Care

Primary Health Care
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1 Four primary health care organizations include federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), Planned Parenthood, community health clinics, and urgent care centers.
2 FQHCs are nonprofit organizations that provide healthcare services to underserved populations. They often serve low-income patients, rural communities, and minority groups. FQHCs offer various services, including primary care, dental care, behavioral health, and substance abuse treatment. They receive funding from the federal government, state and local governments, and private foundations. Planned Parenthood is a nonprofit organization providing reproductive health services to men and women. They offer various services, including contraception, abortion, sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing, treatment, and routine gynecological care. Planned Parenthood receives funding from private donors, government grants, and fees for services. Community health clinics often serve as the primary healthcare provider for low-income individuals and families who cannot afford private healthcare (Hasstedt, 2017). They offer general medical, immunizations, prenatal, and pediatric care. Funding for community health clinics comes from various sources, including federal and state governments, private foundations, and donations. Urgent care centers provide primary healthcare services to patients who need immediate care but do not have a life-threatening emergency. They often offer x-rays, lab tests, and trea...