Primary Health Network Mobile Unit marks first year serving Mercer, four other counties

Primary Health Network marked the first anniversary of its mobile health unit, which has provided primary care visits to underserved communities across Mercer and four other Pennsylvania counties.

Since its launch, the mobile unit has conducted more than 270 primary care visits during 94 clinic sessions at 37 sites. The service aims to address healthcare access barriers, such as transportation and limited access to facilities.

The mobile unit offers medical care, screenings, vaccinations, and preventive services. 

"The framework of the mobile health unit addresses both immediate healthcare needs and the social factors that impact health," said Nick Baron, Director of Operations Quality Control at Primary Health Network. "By removing visible barriers like transportation and the ability to pay, we can connect individuals to the resources they need to stay healthy."

The mobile unit has provided health screenings, vaccinations, and follow-up care.

"Being able to help those in need by providing access to care has been a powerful experience," said Dr. Donald W. Rumbaugh, MD, a provider with Primary Health Network. "What may seem like a simple procedure to some can be life-changing for others. The staff goes above and beyond to do what is best for the patient, and we have experienced sincere appreciation from those we serve."

Collaborative locations include housing authorities, senior services, churches, and human services agencies in Beaver, Erie, Lawrence, Mercer, and Venango Counties.

Primary Health Network, Pennsylvania’s largest community health center, provides primary care, behavioral health, dental, pediatrics, podiatry, and chiropractic services. Last year, the network served over 75,000 patients across 16 counties in Pennsylvania and one county in Ohio.

The network participates in most managed care plans, accepts a variety of insurances, and offers a Sliding Fee Discount for eligible patients.

For more information, visit primary-health.net.