Detailed Introduction
Indiana Health Centers (IHC) Jackson County is a branch of Indiana Health Centers, Inc., a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that has been dedicated to providing comprehensive, affordable, and patient-centered healthcare services to underserved communities across Indiana since 1977. Located at 120 St Louis Ave, Seymour, IN 47274, IHC Jackson County plays a vital role in addressing healthcare disparities in the region.
As an FQHC, IHC Jackson County is committed to offering high-quality medical, dental, and behavioral health services to all individuals, irrespective of their ability to pay. They accept various insurance plans, including Medicaid, Medicare, HIP, and most commercial insurance companies, and also provide a sliding fee scale for patients without insurance, ensuring access to care for low-income and uninsured populations.
The range of services offered at IHC Jackson County is comprehensive, designed to meet the diverse health needs of the community. These include, but are not limited to:
Medical Services: Preventive health services, chronic disease management, sick care, patient education, referrals for specialty care, laboratory testing, pregnancy diagnosis, prenatal care, well-child care, childhood immunizations, flu shots, and geriatric care. They also offer Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) and telehealth services.
Dental Services: Providing essential dental care to promote oral health.
Behavioral Health Services: Offering individual and family counseling, substance use disorder treatment, stress management, and skills to improve sleep and emotional support, often integrated with primary care.
Support Services: Interpretation services for non-English languages are available, and the broader Indiana Health Centers network also manages Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) nutrition programs and utilizes mobile units to reach migrant populations during harvest seasons.
IHC Jackson County emphasizes a "whole person care" approach, aiming to address all aspects of a patient's health and well-being. They collaborate with other community resources and maintain strong linkages with various support organizations to provide holistic care. The clinic operates with extended hours on certain days to accommodate patient needs, reflecting their commitment to accessibility. Their team includes a dedicated staff of healthcare professionals, including practice managers, social workers, nurse practitioners, and dental hygienists.
