Rockbridge Area Health Center

The Rockbridge Area Health Center (RAHC) is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) and a local, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Its mission is to promote and provide access to comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable healthcare services to improve the health and well-being of the greater community, regardless of income or insurance status. RAHC serves a wide range of patients, including those with private insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and the uninsured, with additional savings available through an income-based sliding fee discount program. RAHC offers a broad spectrum of services, including primary medical care, dental services, and behavioral health care. These services are provided across multiple locations in the Rockbridge area, including Lexington and Buena Vista. Specifically, the Buena Vista location at 2131 Magnolia Ave focuses on dental services, where Dr. Jeremy Lovelace, a DMD (Doctor of Dental Medicine), is a practitioner. As a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH), RAHC emphasizes coordinated and team-based care. They have adopted an electronic health record (EHR) system and offer telehealth services to enhance patient access and streamline clinical workflows. RAHC is committed to reaching underserved communities, evident in their partnerships with organizations like Health Resources and Services Administration and The Virginia Health Care Foundation (VHCF). They also utilize mobile medical and dental units to provide care directly to schools and various community locations, ensuring greater accessibility for children and adults alike.