This comprehensive training program is designed for professionals interested in establishing or transitioning to a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or FQHC Look-alike status. Participants will gain essential knowledge about the requirements, benefits, and challenges associated with these designations, equipping them with the insights needed to make informed decisions and navigate the complex process effectively.
Immerse yourself into Cherokee Health Systems’ pioneer journey to becoming an FQHC. Opening in 1960 as a mental health center in Eastern Tennessee and then expanding to primary care services, CHS adopted an “Integrated Health Care Home” model, integrated primary care, behavioral health, and substance use disorder treatment all in one. They have been nationally recognized for its innovative and consumer-centered health care approach.
Learn from Community Health Network, formed in 2008 in Texas and replacing an FQHC that lost its funding, how they went from one location and three exam rooms to 14 clinical locations with over 14 years of service. Some of their services include dental oral health, behavioral health, home health, and medical/primary care.
Attendees will:
- Understand the fundamental criteria and regulatory requirements for obtaining FQHC or FQHC Look-alike status, including eligibility criteria, scope of services, governance structure, and compliance standards
- Explore the unique benefits and challenges associated with operating as an FQHC or FQHC Look-alike, including access to federal funding, reimbursement mechanisms, quality improvement initiatives, and integration within the health care ecosystem
- Develop practical strategies and action plans for navigating the application process, establishing effective partnerships with stakeholders, and sustaining organizational viability and success as an FQHC or FQHC Look-alike