Iowa Primary Care Association, INConcertCare and IowaHealth+
A Message From Our CEO
2025 marks a significant year for health care as we celebrate 60 years of community health centers (CHCs) and 60 years of Medicaid. It is incredible to think about all the strides CHCs have made in the past 60 years—and the outcomes made possible through Medicaid. CHCs have grown from serving a handful of communities to today serving over 250,0000 Iowans annually, half of which are served by the Medicaid program. And while we’re celebrating decades of health care expansion, we recognize that Iowans still face challenges accessing affordable primary care services.
Iowa’s CHCs continue to be leaders in ensuring access to high quality, affordable care. CHCs make up the largest primary care system in the United States, providing care to over 30 million Americans annually. Through an integrated care model, patients receive access to comprehensive and coordinated medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services. CHCs serve all—from infants to the elderly and regardless of insurance status or income—helping individuals and communities reach their full health potential.
The Iowa PCA took on a significant initiative this past year, serving as Iowa’s first statewide Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization. The purpose: to ensure all Iowans have clear, consistent pathways to the care and support they need. This is an exciting time as we work with behavioral health providers and community organizations to streamline access to care for Iowans no matter where they live.
This year’s celebrations have also been marked with significant obstacles and opportunities for primary care. The healthcare industry isn’t a stranger to change. As the landscape continues to evolve, the Iowa PCA will adapt in turn to continue meeting the needs of our member CHCs.
To ensure that our focus, capabilities, and impact reflect the changing healthcare landscape, we introduced updated vision and mission statements in conjunction with our Boards of Directors.
Vision Statement: A future where communities achieve their greatest health potential.
Iowa PCA Mission Statement: To advance community health through a strong network of health centers and other safety net providers.
IowaHealth+ Mission Statement: To advance care transformation and quality improvement in health centers and other safety net providers.
INConcertCare Mission Statement: To optimize use of technology to achieve high-quality care for health centers and other safety net providers.
At our core, our commitment and service to our member CHCs has not changed. We remain steadfast in supporting our members and continue to look for opportunities to grow our impact, as seen through our leadership with the statewide Behavioral Health Services System and expanded support of safety net providers.
Together with our member CHCs, Boards, and partners we are striving to work toward the future we envision in our vision statement. To attain a future where communities achieve their greatest health potential, we must consider new avenues in healthcare and continue to innovate.
We are proud to support Iowa’s CHCs and the broader behavioral health safety net. We look forward to the journey ahead and appreciate your partnership!
Aaron Todd, MPP, MHCDS Chief Executive Officer
Iowa Primary Care Association
INConcertCare
IowaHealth+
Board of Directors
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Executive Officer Crescent Community Health Center
Mark Donaldson Chief Executive Officer Siouxland Community Health Center
Emily Tuschen Chief Executive Officer Promise Community Health Center
Christine Kemp Chief Executive Officer Peoples Community Health Clinic
Chief Executive Officer Infinity Health President & Chief Executive Officer Eastern Iowa Health Center
Tom Bowman Chief Executive Officer Community Health Care, Inc. Chief Executive Officer River Hills Community Health Center
Daniel Zinnel Chief Executive Officer Proteus, Inc.
Peter Atiemo Chief Executive Officer
Community Health Center
Chad Wolbers Joe Lock
Joel Dougherty
Kyle Ahlenstorf Chief Executive Officer
Health Center of Fort Dodge
Renae Kruckenberg
William Grimm Chief Executive Officer Community Health Centers of Southeastern Iowa
Nathan Simpson Chief Executive Officer Primary Health Care, Inc.
Joy Alexander
Aaron Todd Chief Executive Officer
IowaHealth+
IOWA PCA BOARD MEMBERS
Christine Kemp, Chair
Tom Bowman, Vice Chair
Chad Wolbers, Secretary
Joe Lock, Treasurer
Joel Dougherty
Renae Kruckenberg
William Grimm
Kyle Ahlenstorf
Nathan Simpson
Emily Tuschen
Daniel Zinnel
Joy Alexander
Mark Donaldson
Peter Atiemo
Ursula Livermore, MD
Danielle Day O’Brien, LMHC, NCC Lucas Lemburg, DDS
INCC BOARD MEMBERS
Tom Bowman, Chair
Joy Alexander, Vice Chair
Nathan Simpson, Secretary
Joel Dougherty, Treasurer
Renae Kruckenberg
Chad Wolbers
William Grimm
Kyle Ahlenstorf
Joe Lock
Christine Kemp
Emily Tuschen
Mark Donaldson
Peter Atiemo
Sharon Duclos, MD
IH+ BOARD MEMBERS
Emily Tuschen, Chair
Kyle Ahlenstorf, Vice Chair
Mark Donaldson, Secretary
Renae Kruckenberg, Treasurer
Joel Dougherty
Chad Wolbers
William Grimm
Joe Lock
Christine Kemp
Nathan Simpson
Joy Alexander
Aaron Todd
Wendy Fluegel, MD
Board Clinical Representatives
Danielle Day O’Brien, LMHC, NCC
INConcertCare Clinical Representative
IowaHealth+ Chief Medical Officer
Wendy Fluegel, MD
Ursula Livermore, MD
Lucas Lemburg, DDS
Sharon Duclos, MD
Senior Leadership Team
Clinical Consulting
Aaron Todd, MPP, MHCDS Chief Executive Officer
Senior Director of Behavioral Health Services
Abbey Ferenzi, LMHC Chief Strategy Officer
Sarah Dixon, MPA Senior Director of Workforce Innovation
Samantha Cannon, DHA, MBA Chief Optimization Officer
Rachel Ashman General Counsel
Erica Shannon Stueve, JD
Clinical Leadership Consultant
Jennifer Groos, MD, FAAP
Katie Owens Chief External Affairs Officer Chief Transformation Officer
Jennifer Furler, MPA Chief Financial & Analytics Officer
Kyle Briese, MS, CPA
Senior Director of Strategy
Alex Murphy
Enhancing Community Health in Iowa
Organizational Alignment
Our work is focused on integrating and leveraging technical assistance, staff expertise, and financial resources across our three organizations to align strategic activities and optimize deliverables and outcomes.
We utilize a data-driven, member-engaged approach to identify priority initiatives, develop appropriate interventions, strategically deploy resources and assistance, and evaluate success. Our joint vision statement and strategic plan ensure all three organizations are moving in the same strategic direction.
The network of the Iowa Primary Care Association, along with our sister companies INConcertCare and IowaHealth+, is a supportive ecosystem sought by states across the country for how Primary Care Associations, Health Center Controlled Networks (HCCNs), and Clinically Integrated Networks (CINs) can be intentionally integrated and leveraged to support and enhance the work of community health centers. IOWA PRIMARY CARE
Advocacy & Policy
Health Center Strategic Growth
Workforce & Recruitment
Practice Transformation
Integrated Health Consulting
Partnerships & Development
Healthcare Innovation
Communications & Engagement
Outreach & Enrollment
Behavioral Health Services
Strategy and Management
Training & Technical Assistance
IowaHealth+ Brand & Education
Network Development
At the Iowa PCA, our work and decisions are driven by our vision:
A future where communities achieve their greatest health potential.
When our organization began providing administrative services for Iowa’s Behavioral Health Services System in July 2025, our work adapted to more broadly encompass the safety net system of care. This expanded application of our expertise builds upon the 35 years of support we have provided to Iowa’s CHCs.
With this change, our leadership team saw an opportunity to review and evaluate the vision statement and the mission statements of the Iowa PCA and our two sister organizations, INConcertCare and IowaHealth+.
“Outlining our new vision statement helped us see opportunities in how we can further enhance community health centers and the safety net to meet individual community needs.”
— Aaron Todd, CEO, Iowa Primary Care Association
The updating process was intentional and collaborative. We engaged our Boards of Directors to ensure the heart of the Iowa health center program was felt in each revised statement. We looked critically at each statement, reviewed our scope of work and discussed our hopes for tomorrow.
Broadening Our Vision
Our new vision statement is an evergreen ideal that we have for Iowa’s future, inclusive of the great work and value CHCs and other safety net providers bring to the health care system. By aligning all three of our entities under one shared vision, we’re able to leverage their individual strengths toward a cohesive plan to transform the health care delivery system.
All our work occurs under the umbrella of the Iowa PCA, but having defined mission statements for each of our sister companies demonstrates the purpose of each organization, highlights how they work together to support enhanced access to care, and ensures our work all moves in the same direction.
As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, so do our capabilities and impact as an organization. Our guiding statements serve as a roadmap for our organization—reminding us of who we are and where we’re going on our journey to a future where all communities achieve their greatest health potential.
Our Vision
A future where communities achieve their greatest health potential.
Our Missions
To advance community health through a strong network of health centers and other safety net providers.
To optimize use of technology to achieve high-quality care for health centers and other safety net providers.
To advance care transformation and quality improvement in health centers and other safety net providers.
DID YOU KNOW?
51% of CHC board members must be patients of their clinic. This ensures a direct connection to CHC patients and helps us focus on what truly matters to them.
Language such as “to advance” and “to optimize” were deliberate choices in our revised guiding statements to show our value in supporting continual improvement to the health care system.
IOWA’S COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS
STATEWIDE IMPACT
920,399
TOTAL
253,976
TOTAL PATIENTS*
46,526
TOTAL VIRTUAL VISITS
2,326 TOTAL HEALTH CENTER
PATIENT DEMOGRAPHICS
159,034
ADULT PATIENTS
3,294 VETERANS
11,168 PATIENTS
Driving Economic Activity and Creating Cost Savings
The Health Center Program presents an unparalleled opportunity to address critical healthcare access and population health outcome vulnerabilities that result from a lack of primary care services. The model has proven to increase access to primary care, reduce health disparities, lower costs, drive economic activity, and improve community health.
State Impact
Iowa’s CHCs produced $626.6 million in total economic output and $260.2 million in labor income, according to a National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) and Matrix Global Advisors (MGA) analysis in 2023. This is felt most strongly in rural and other areas where healthcare access is challenging, bolstering quality of life. In total, Iowa’s CHCs employ over 2,300 individuals, often serving as the largest employer in rural areas.
2,300
individuals are employed by Iowa’s CHCs
Lower Cost of Care
A University of Chicago study of 13 states found CHCs save Medicaid on average $2,317 (or 24%) per person annually in total cost of care compared to other providers. In Iowa, the cost of care at CHCs is 27% lower than other providers. Iowa CHCs serve 18% of Iowa Medicaid beneficiaries while representing only 2% of Iowa’s total Medicaid expenditures.
Additionally, Iowa’s CHCs engage with Iowa’s managed care organizations to monitor total cost of care for attributed patients and employ sophisticated population health management and patient engagement approaches to rein in costs while ensuring quality outcomes. CHC patients have better outcomes at lower cost, even though CHCs treat medically-complex, lower-income patients.
National Impact
CHCs serve as the largest primary care network in the United States, with more than 32.4 million patients annually — or 1 in every 11 people — in every state, territory, and the District of Columbia. According to the NACHC/MGA analysis, CHCs save the U.S. healthcare system over $24 billion annually while creating more than $85 billion in economic activity, including more than $37 billion in labor income.
CHCs provide healthcare access to more than
32.4 million PATIENTS ANNUALLY 1 in every 11 people
Capital Investments and Expansion
The growth of CHCs’ physical space and number of patients served has significant impact on their communities. Capital investments for expansion or renovations to existing CHCs stimulate economic activity in the construction industry while increasing access to care of communities.
Patient growth requires an increase in CHC staff to provide care, creating healthier communities and stronger local economic impact. With appropriate investments, CHCs could provide care to 1 in 10 Iowans by 2030.
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Meeting Local Healthcare Needs
Expanded Hours
Needing healthcare doesn’t always fit into normal business hours. Expanded hours at community health centers ensure patients can access the right level of care at the right time, keeping them out of more costly care such as emergency rooms.
Last year, Promise Community Health Center in Sioux Center and Community Health Center of Fort Dodge with locations in Clarion, Dayton, Eagle Grove, Mason City, and Spencer, were awarded expanded hours grants from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to better serve community and patient needs, especially for those who work or have other barriers to regular daytime appointments.
Whole Person Health
Chronic conditions are plaguing our country, causing healthcare costs to soar and resulting in poor health outcomes for many Americans. Crescent Community Health Center in Dubuque addresses whole person health through their integrated wellness center. Crescent Community Health Center’s Wellness Center supports their community’s journey to better health, regardless if someone is a current patient or a member of the community. The center features a fully equipped gym, fitness classes, and a welcoming environment designed for all fitness levels.
Additionally, several CHCs in Iowa host community gardens, participate in the Healthiest State Initiative’s Double Up Food Bucks or ProduceRx programs, provide nutrition counseling, and offer cooking and exercise classes to treat and prevent chronic diseases. These types of interventions improve health outcomes and reduce healthcare spending for medically complex patients.
Improve Pharmacy Access
Eastern Iowa Health Center (EIHC) opened their new pharmacy in Cedar Rapids in 2025, filling a major gap in local pharmacy access. As part of their design, they aimed to focus on pharmacists spending more time face-to-face with patients, rather than counting pills.
The new pharmacy, which is also open to the Cedar Rapids community, is equipped with high-tech robots that provide an automated prescription filling system and delivers unmatched speed, accuracy and safety in prescription dispensing. The system can automatically fill up to 160 prescriptions per hour and is one of the first three pharmacies in the United States to have this equipment. EIHC CEO Joe Lock said, “We have a very talented team of pharmacists, and we want them counseling with patients and helping improve their overall health care every day, not counting pills. Robots can do that.”
Bringing Care to You
Throughout the state, many of Iowa’s CHCs are increasingly using mobile mobile clinics to bring healthcare closer to home. Mobile clinics can be utilized in a number of ways—to deliver school-based healthcare services, provide services such as mammography, dental care, mobile showers—and much more. By using mobile clinics, CHCs reduce barriers to care their patients face, such as lack of transportation, family members being unable to take off work to get their child to regular healthcare appointments, or living in rural or other areas where access to care is challenging. Mobile clinics continue to be a promising practice for expanding access to preventive and primary care across Iowa.
CHCS WITH MOBILE UNITS
Ensuring Access to Behavioral Health Services
In 2024, the Iowa Legislature and Iowa Department of Health and Human Services started building the new Behavioral Health Service System in Iowa. With the passage of House File 2673, mental health and substance use services are now combined into one system. This change is part of a broader effort to realign Iowa’s behavioral health system, streamline administration, and ensure essential services remain accessible to those who need them.
In late 2024, the Iowa PCA was selected through a competitive process to serve as the Behavioral Health Administrative Service Organization. In this role, the Iowa PCA is responsible for ensuring all Iowans, regardless of location or background, have access to comprehensive services for mental and behavioral health issues. Since the system was launched on July 1, 2025, the Iowa PCA has already reduced administrative burdens for providers through centralized contracting, added system navigation staff to help individuals connect with services and support, and expanded outreach efforts. The goal: a brightly lit front door for all Iowans to access behavioral health assistance regardless of insurance coverage or income.
What is Behavioral Health?
“Behavioral health” refers to a scope of mental health concerns and addictive disorders. Examples of related conditions or behaviors include depression and other mental illnesses, suicidal thoughts, problem gambling, alcohol or substance use concerns, tobacco and nicotine dependence.
Stepping into the statewide behavioral health administrative role was a natural extension of the services and supports we were already providing, just expanded to a broader group of safety net providers across the continuum of care. In collaboration with local behavioral health partners across the state, the Iowa PCA’s own statewide behavioral health integration plan has guided our work in supporting CHCs in obtaining state substance use disorder licensure, establishing Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) services, and implementing integrated models of care since 2019.
Behavioral health system navigators from across Iowa have joined our team and are available to assist Iowans by answering calls, connecting them with resources, scheduling appointments, and more. Our system navigators use their local expertise to identify resources and services across Iowa, providing a stable foundation for individuals to begin addressing their behavioral health challenges.
TOP BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICE REQUESTS THROUGH SYSTEM NAVIGATION
The Iowa PCA was well-prepared for this new role thanks to our strong foundation in prevention, education, and early intervention—key elements that helped shape the integrated care model now central to every community health center (CHC). Over the past 10 years, behavioral health visits at CHCs have increased by 500%. As CHCs continue to evolve to meet the needs of their communities, the Iowa PCA is committed to expanding resources and supporting their local efforts. SUBSTANCE USE SERVICES
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
HOUSING SERVICES
Since our launch in July 2025, the most common system navigation requests have been for mental health, housing, and substance use services. System navigators are here to help Iowans live their healthiest lives and work to remove any barriers that they are facing in these areas, regardless of insurance. Our Behavioral Health Services team is making a difference in the lives of Iowans every day, in communities across the state. We look forward to the continued impact the team will make as we continue to grow into our role as the statewide behavioral health administrative service organization.
THE “WHY”
behind the Iowa PCA as the Behavioral Health Administrative Service Organization:
500% increase in behavioral health visits provided at Iowa CHCs in the last 10 years
A natural extension from our current services and supports of the safety net
Our lengthy track record as a trusted partner to state, federal, and payor organizations
Our expertise at reducing barriers to whole-person care on both local and systems levels through our integrated care approach
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE IOWA PCA’S ROLE IN BUILDING THE STATE’S BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICE SYSTEM.
A Bright Spot in Health Care
In the last five years, the rapid pace of change has become the new normal for many industries—including healthcare. Changes have introduced new opportunities and innovations, and also feelings of uncertainty.
Through it all, community health centers have remained steady anchors, collaborating and forging partnerships to strengthen support for the patients they serve. Iowans know they can continue to turn to community health centers for vital, affordable health care as they navigate life’s changes and challenges.
At the Iowa PCA, we see it as our responsibility to help steady the water whenever possible, allowing CHCs across Iowa to do their important work. We’re continually innovating to help CHCs become more resilient and able to quickly adapt as new opportunities emerge. To do so, we’ve identified several key priorities designed to position CHCs for long-term success.
Optimizing Resources Across the State
Through our nearly statewide instance of the Epic electronic health record and the assistance provided by the Iowa PCA team, CHCs now use data to better understand patient needs and apply best practices that result in better health outcomes.
Value-Based Care Leaders
Growing Our Medical Assistant and Dental
Assistant Programs
We continued our own medical and dental assistant training programs, aiming to grow the CHC workforce, with plans for further expansion.
The network of the Iowa Primary Care Association, along with our sister companies, INConcertCare and IowaHealth+, is a supportive ecosystem sought by states across the country for how Primary Care Associations, Health Center Controlled Networks, and Clinically Integrated Networks can be intentionally integrated and leveraged to support and enhance CHCs and the safety net. With this model already in place, we’re able to act quickly to changing dynamics, stay ahead of the curve and attain more resources to invest back into patient care.
Strong Bipartisan Support
Political leaders from both parties recognize that a healthier Iowa benefits everyone—and that CHCs are key to making it happen. Maintaining strong relationships and being able to work with both sides of the aisle allow the CHCs and the Iowa PCA to continue making strides in advancing affordable health care.
Statewide Strategic Growth
The Iowa PCA is helping facilitate conversations between CHCs regarding future growth while also working to ensure all Iowans are able to access needed services. Through strategic investments and a thoughtful approach to avoid duplication in efforts and promote collaboration, we’re moving the needle forward for increased access to affordable health care.
Although CHCs often serve patients with greater health challenges, they produce better health outcomes. This is a testament to their integrated model of care which improves access, convenience and outcomes for patients by housing all services under one roof. This approach treats a patient in a coordinated manner and looks at their health holistically.
With a focus on addressing barriers to care, CHCs play a unique role in the health care service system. They address other drivers of health, such as food insecurity and lack of housing or transportation. This whole-person approach allows CHCs to engage with their patients in ways that best fit their needs. It also builds patient trust, increases patient satisfaction and retention, and results in a more personalized, patient-centered visit.
Bridging barriers to care is a core principle of CHCs as they act as a hub of services and support resources for their patients. When focusing on increasing access to affordable healthcare, CHCs ensure that Iowans can go to work, go to school, and live healthy lives—overall, supporting the economic vitality and wellbeing of their community.
EnsuringAccessto PrescriptionDrugs
Community health centers recognize that getting patients to their dental, medical, or behavioral health appointments is the first step in reaching their full health potential— and making sure patients can access their medications is just as important. That’s why 12 of our 14 member CHCs offer in-house pharmacy services. Removing barriers to care is a core focus for CHCs, with many offering services like transportation to appointments. However, if patients lack reliable transportation, having to travel across town—or farther—for their medication is a significant challenge.
In-house pharmacies are a unique benefit at CHCs, only otherwise found at emergency rooms (ER) and some hospitals, often at a much steeper prescription price. When a patient can leave their appointments with a prescription in hand, their satisfaction increases, and so does the likelihood of sticking to their medication regimen. Reduced medication access means increased ER visits or untreated conditions that require costly hospital stays.
In-house pharmacies and CHC partner pharmacies can participate in the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program, offering prescriptions at significantly discounted prices. This helps patients access more affordable medications, while the savings are reinvested to fund integrated services like
mental health, maternal health, substance use treatment, and chronic disease management. CHCs with in-house pharmacies combine the convenience of on-site resources with affordable pricing, helping to ensure prescriptions are filled and taken as intended.
Some CHCs have gone a step farther by adding pharmacy robotics to safely count, package, and sort medications. These innovations improve safety, save staff time so they can focus more on patient care, make it easier for patients to stay on track with their medication, and even help reduce language barriers.
The Iowa PCA added support for in-house pharmacies by hiring a pharmacist and establishing a statewide workgroup. This workgroup provides space for CHC leaders to share ideas, address common challenges, and collaborate on improving patient access to medications.
CHCs understand that care doesn’t end after the appointment. By making prescriptions easier to access, afford, and understand, they’re building a one-stop model of care that keeps patients healthier—and helps prevent unnecessary ER visits and worsening conditions.
HOW 340B RESOURCES ARE REINVESTED INTO PATIENT CARE:
Primary care
Dental services
Insurance premiums
Co-payments
Patient transportation
Mobile units
Medication adherence
Pediatrics
Maternal health
Clinical pharmacist
Volume to Value: Value-Based Care Medicare
Expanding Support for Patients and Communities
With the growing aging population in the United States, supporting Medicare patients is more important than ever.
Main Street Health is the nation’s largest provider of rural value-based care for the Medicare population. In 2022, the Iowa PCA presented the Main Street Health partnership to our Board, and today 12 of the Iowa PCA’s member CHCs have joined the initiative.
The partnership brings 17 Health Navigators directly into CHCs across the state—offering extra support for patients and staff while helping close care gaps, improving patient experiences, and providing dedicated resources for care coordination.
Starting in January 2026, our partnership will expand to include the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP). This step strengthens our sustainability and capabilities by building capacity in care management, improving coding practices, and ensuring CHCs can continue providing high-quality, patient-centered care. By embedding dedicated Health Navigators and expanding into new Medicare programs, the Iowa PCA and Main Street Health are ensuring aging Iowans receive resources and care to live healthy lives.
How Health Navigators Make a Difference
Health Navigators are embedded in CHCs, where they act as an extra set of hands to assist with care coordination, education, and value-based care activities. Health Navigators are Medicare experts who can address health coverage questions and help patients understand the subsidies and cost-sharing they qualify for. Through their work, Health Navigators enhance the patient experience, lighten the workload of CHC staff, and address broader health needs in the community. They are trusted partners who:
Connect patients with needed medical equipment and supplies.
Offer community resources to support non-medical needs, such as housing and utilities.
Help patients understand and access Medicare benefits.
Help CHC staff by taking on follow-up calls, assessments, and non-clinical tasks.
THE POSITIVE IMPACT OF THIS PARTNERSHIP IS BEST SEEN THROUGH THESE REAL PATIENT OUTCOMES:
Electricity was kept on for a family dependent on medical equipment.
A shower chair was delivered to an older adult, who was able to stay safe and independent.
Visits from a home health nurse reduced a patient’s frequent visits to the hospital.
12,659 TOTAL NAVIGATOR OUTREACH CALLS SINCE PARTNERSHIP LAUNCHED
Partnership
The core of this partnership is improving patient conditions and providing dedicated resources for care coordination to enhance patient satisfaction and engagement. In addition to embedding a local Health Navigator into CHCs, the Main Street Health partnership provides a proprietary IT platform that standardizes workflows to assist providers in addressing quality gaps.
For patients, this partnership means peace of mind and life-changing support. For CHC teams, it means more time to focus on providing care.
As we look to 2026, we’re excited to continue leveraging this partnership and our learnings to other programs across the state.
WHAT’S NEXT after expansion?
Optimize performance and work collaboratively to provide training and technical assistance to our CHCs.
Work to retain and expand our Medicare Population.
Apply best practices to other payors and patient populations.
PATIENT SUCCESS STORY
This story highlights the work of Laura, an employee with Community Health Care in Davenport.
“Laura met with a patient and his wife, who shared that their electricity was about to be shut off. Both relied on nebulizers for asthma, making the loss of power a serious health risk. Laura quickly coordinated with the provider and contacted the utility company, which agreed to keep the electricity on and sent paperwork for the provider to complete.
During the visit, the wife also mentioned their 11-year-old son with autism who required pull-ups due to incontinence. Laura explained that Medicaid could cover these supplies with a provider’s order and encouraged them to schedule an appointment.
The family was very grateful for Laura’s support, and the provider appreciated her swift action to protect the patient’s health.”
As part of our Medicare Growth Strategy, this partnership will:
Provide a steady revenue stream
Enhance patient support
Build capacity in care management practices
Improve risk capture and coding practices
Increase our earning potential
Supporting Iowa’s Communities WHERE WE NEED YOUR VOICE
Advocacy is at the heart of the Health Center Program. As providers that serve all, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, it is imperative that we advocate for our patients and local communities.
Alongside the Iowa PCA’s policy team and government relations partners, we work each day to push forward policies that protect and enhance the important work done at community health centers. Our current legislative priorities are:
Protecting the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
Ensuring and enhancing robust, sustainable funding for CHCs.
Supporting infrastructure investments to increase access to care across Iowa.
Utilization of telehealth to support rural health access and alleviate workforce challenges.
Investments in the safety net workforce to address acute and persistent challenges CHCs face.
Equally important to our policy work are the actions that happen across Iowa from CHC patients, staff, and community members: grassroots advocacy. Grassroots advocacy efforts ensure that elected officials hear directly from the constituents who rely on CHCs—addingpersonal anecdotes to show the full impact and help policymakers prioritize funding. When individuals across the state send a message through our advocacy tool, VoterVoice, they are showing strong public support, helping to educate elected officials, highlighting the impact on Iowans—and being part of the solution.
“Grassroots advocacy isn’t just a strategy—it’s the heartbeat of community health centers. When community health center advocates speak up, they bring real stories, real struggles, and real solutions to the table. Your voices remind policymakers that behind every policy decision is a patient, a provider, and a community that depends on community health centers. That’s why engagement matters—it turns passion into progress.”
— Tom Bowman, Iowa PCA Advocacy Chair
The 340B Program is essential for community health centers. Congress created the program with the intention of stretching scarce federal resources and using drug manufacturers’ excess profits to reinvest into safety net entities, including CHCs.
As good stewards of the program, CHCs use these dollars for important services, such as:
Ensuring patients can afford their medications.
Providing additional services and supporting the integrated care model.
Expanding their pharmacy hours.
Hiring clinical pharmacists.
Helping to fund important services like maternal and behavioral health.
As one of the only drug pricing reduction programs, it is essential that the 340B program is safeguarded for safety net providers. CHCs are supported by what is called a “three-legged stool” — federal section 330 grant funding, Medicaid, and the 340B program. All three legs are essential in ensuring that CHCs can provide care to Iowans regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. When there are changes to any of these legs, it has significant impact on CHCs’ bottom line.
Whether you’ve sent countless VoterVoice messages in the past or haven’t yet signed up to take action, we ask that you get involved with grassroots advocacy this coming year. Join us in raising your voice for CHCs.
VoterVoice Success
From 2024 to 2025, we saw a 100% increase in VoterVoice actions, with nearly 1,700 new advocates. Additionally, we saw our highest engagement to date in 2025, with over 5,000 messages sent from May-June 2025 alone.
A Note From Our Board of Directors
IOWA’S
COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS ARE LEADING THE NATION IN HELPING PATIENTS ACHIEVE THEIR
HEALTHIEST LIVES.
At community health centers, we believe that health shouldn’t depend on income, circumstance or convenience. From mobile showers and mobile clinics that bring care directly to patients to extended hours that accommodate busy schedules, CHC teams are always looking to make it easier for their community members to live healthy lives. These programs highlight more than patient needs—they showcase the power of CHCs’ community support.
CHC team members are resilient. They work tirelessly every day to make a meaningful impact, even in the face of workforce and staffing challenges. Limited staffing can result in increased workloads and reduced available appointment times, creating pressure for both providers and patients. Yet, despite these obstacles, CHC teams remain committed to improving the lives of their patients every single day.
This commitment is reflected in patient satisfaction, health outcomes, and even national recognition. During a recent visit to Crescent Community Health Center in Dubuque, Iowa, Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Administrator Tom Engels celebrated the impact of CHCs saying, “Health centers are going to be the backbone of the Administration for a Healthy America.”
Iowa’s CHCs are leading the nation in helping patients achieve their healthiest lives. Each year, HRSA recognizes outstanding achievements in quality, access, and health information technology by awarding Community Health Quality Recognition (CHQR) badges. This year, we’re proud to report that 7 of Iowa’s 14 community health centers ranked in the top 20% of more than 1,400 community health centers nationwide. Three of Iowa’s health centers earned the Gold Health Center Quality Leader badge, ranking in the top 10% of CHCs nationwide, and two earned the Silver Health Center Quality Leader badge, ranking in the top 11-20% nationally.
As the healthcare industry continues to face changes and challenges due to workforce shortages, rising demand, changing patient needs and more—we’re proud of Iowa’s CHCs for their tireless work, commitment, and service. Through added services, innovations, and collaboration, we remain focused on the future and continue to support Iowans, regardless of income or insurance status. Thanks to the dedication of staff at Iowa’s CHCs, we make progress toward more accessible primary care every day.
Christine Kemp Chief Exective Officer
Tom Bowman Chief Executive Officer
Emily Tuschen Chief Exective Officer
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DAVENPORT | CLINTON | MUSCATINE | MOLINE, IL | EAST MOLINE, IL | ROCK ISLAND, IL
COMMUNITY HEALTH CARE, INC.
TOM BOWMAN Chief Executive Officer tbowman@chcqca.org
(563) 336-3000 www.chcqca.org
158,506 400+
TOTAL VISITS
48,477 TOTAL PATIENTS 884 PATIENTS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS
CHC Davenport Medical Clinic
500 West River Drive
Davenport, IA 52801
CHC Davenport Dental Clinic 125 Scott Street
Davenport, IA 52801
CHC Edgerton Women’s Clinic 1510 East Rusholme Street
Davenport, IA 52803
CHC Outreach Clinic 902 West 4th Street
Davenport, IA 52802
Clinton Medical & Dental Clinic 925 South 4th Street Clinton, IA 52732
Muscatine Medical Clinic
2925 Cedar Street, Suite 2 Muscatine, IA 52761
Muscatine Dental Clinic 312 Iowa Avenue
Muscatine, IA 52761
CHC at The Project of the Quad Cities 4101 John Deere Road
Moline, IL 61265
Moline Medical Clinic 1106 4th Avenue Moline, IL 61265
East Moline Medical Clinic 708 15th Avenue East Moline, IL 61265
Rock Island Medical & Dental Clinic 2750 11th Street Rock Island, IL 61201
Administrative Office 120 North Ripley Street
Davenport, IA 52801
SCHOOL-BASED LOCATIONS
Smart Junior High School
Glenview Middle School
Clinton | Muscatine | Scott Rock Island, IL
FORT DODGE | CLARION | DAYTON | EAGLE GROVE | MASON CITY | SPENCER
COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER OF FORT DODGE
RENAE KRUCKENBERG Chief Executive Officer rkruckenberg@chcfortdodge.com
Community Health Center of Fort Dodge 126 North 10th Street Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Clarion Clinic
303 North Main Street Clarion, IA 50525
Dayton Clinic 24 South Main Street Dayton, IA 50530
Eagle Grove Clinic
306 West Broadway Street Eagle Grove, IA 50533
Mason City Clinic
404 North Federal Avenue Mason City, IA 50401
Spencer Clinic
223 W. 7th Street Spencer, IA 51301
50,691
14,472 TOTAL
654
Webster | Cerro Gordo | Wright | Clay
COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS OF SOUTHEASTERN IOWA, INC.
WILLIAM GRIMM Chief Executive Officer williamgrimm@chcseia.com
(319) 753-2300 www.chcseia.com
West Burlington Medical, Behavioral Health, Pediatric and Dental Clinic 1706 West Agency Road West Burlington, IA 52655
Administrative Office
400 South Broadway Street Burlington, IA
Keokuk Medical, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy and Dental Clinic 1618 Main Street Keokuk, IA 52632
Louisa County Medical and Dental Clinic 2409 Spring Street Columbus City, IA 52737
Administrative Office
400 South Broadway Street West Burlington, IA 52601
Des Moines | Henry | Lee
SCHOOL-BASED LOCATIONS
West Burlington High School
West Burlington Elementary School
72,220 380+ VETERANS PROVIDED CARE
20,358
PATIENTS
DUBUQUE
CRESCENT COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
CHAD WOLBERS Chief Executive Officer
cwolbers@crescentchc.org
43,490 260+ VETERANS
10,993 TOTAL
927
Dubuque | Allamakee | Clayton | Delaware Jackson | Crawford, WI | Grant, WI Iowa, WI | Lafayette, WI | Jo Daviess, IL LOCATIONS
Crescent Community Health Center 1690 Elm Street, Suite 300 Dubuque, IA 52001
Training and Wellness Center 1620 Elm Street Dubuque, IA 52001
CEDAR RAPIDS | VINTON
EASTERN IOWA HEALTH CENTER
COUNTY SERVICE AREA
Linn | Benton | Iowa | Johnson | Jones
JOE LOCK President & Chief Executive Officer jlock@eihc.co
(319) 730-7300
www.easterniowahealthcenter.com
Family Medicine, Women’s Health, Behavioral Health 1201 3rd Avenue SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Pediatrics 1225 3rd Avenue SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Dental Health 1210 4th Avenue SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Women’s Health – Vinton 502 North 9th Avenue Vinton, IA 52349
Pharmacy and Walk-In Care 400 12th Street SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Administrative Headquarters 1030 5th Avenue SE, Suite 2400 Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
TOTAL VISITS
60,201 120+ VETERANS PROVIDED CARE
16,164
TOTAL PATIENTS 4,715 PATIENTS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS
LEON
| LAMONI | BEDFORD | CENTERVILLE | CHARITON | CORYDON | MT. AYR | KNOXVILLE | OSCEOLA | PRINCETON, MO |
INFINITY HEALTH
COUNTY SERVICE AREA
Appanoose | Clarke | Decatur | Lucas Marion | Monroe | Ringgold | Taylor Union | Wayne | Harrison, MO Mercer, MO
KYLE AHLENSTORF Chief Executive Officer kyle.ahlenstorf@weareinfinityhealth.org
(641) 446-2383 www.weareinfinityhealth.org
LOCATIONS
Leon Facility 302 NE 14th St Leon, IA 50144
Lamoni 802 East Ackerly Lamoni, IA 50140
Bedford 507 Central Ave Bedford, IA 50833
Centerville 221 East State Street Centerville, IA 52544
Chariton Behavioral Health 1711 Osceola Avenue Chariton, IA 52544
Corydon 102-104 North Franklin Corydon, IA 50060
Mount Ayr 1201 East South Street Mount Ayr, IA 50854
Osceola Behavioral Health 219 West Washington Street Osceola, IA 50213
Osceola Dental 131 West Washington Street Osceola, IA 50213
Knoxville 1504 North Lincoln Street Knoxville, IA 50138
Princeton, MO 606 West Main Street Princeton, MO 64673
SCHOOL-BASED LOCATIONS
Central Decatur - North Elementary/Jr-Sr High School
Mount Ayr Elementary/Jr-Sr
Chariton School District
Princeton R-V School District
North Mercer School
TOTAL VISITS
45,410 330+ VETERANS PROVIDED CARE
9,592
TOTAL PATIENTS
140 PATIENTS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS
15,316 MEDICAL VISITS
6,918 DENTAL VISITS
22,064 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH VISITS
1,112 ENABLING SERVICES VISITS
RACE & ETHNICITY INSURANCE SOURCE
PATIENT INCOME PATIENT AGE
WATERLOO | CLARKSVILLE
PEOPLES COMMUNITY HEALTH CLINIC
CHRISTINE KEMP Chief Executive Officer ckemp@peoples-clinic.com
Peoples
Peoples
SCHOOL-BASED
62,502
17,998
DES MOINES | AMES | MARSHALLTOWN | URBANDALE
PRIMARY HEALTH CARE, INC.
Marshall | Polk | Story | Harden
Grundy | Tama | Jasper | Warren Madison | Dallas | Boone
NATHAN SIMPSON Chief Executive Officer
nsimpson@phcinc.net
(515) 248-1447 www.phciowa.org
139,613 430+ VETERANS PROVIDED CARE
40,335
TOTAL PATIENTS TOTAL VISITS 1,165 PATIENTS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS
PATIENT INCOME
RACE & ETHNICITY
% of patients by race & ethnicity
*55%
University Medical Clinic
1200 University Ave., #120 Des Moines, IA 50314
University Dental Clinic
1200 University Ave., #100 Des Moines, IA 50314
The Project of PHC
1200 University Ave., #120 Des Moines, IA 50314
Pharmacy
1200 University Ave., #105 Des Moines, IA 50314
Homeless Support Services
1200 University Ave., #110A Des Moines, IA 50314
B.Engebretsen Medical 2353 SE 14th Street Des Moines, IA 50320
East Side Campus 3509 East 29th Street Des Moines, IA 50317
PHC at Mercy
250 Laurel Street Des Moines, IA 50314
West Side Medical Clinic 7555 Hickman Road Urbandale, IA 50322
Marshalltown Medical & Dental Clinic
101 Iowa Ave. W. Marshalltown, IA 50158
SCHOOL-BASED LOCATIONS
East High School Hoover/Meredith Campus Kurtz Opportunity Center
Ames Medical & Dental Clinic 3510 Lincoln Way Ames, IA 50010
Mobile Health Unit
Various Locations
B. Engebretsen Dental 2353 SE 14th Street Des Moines, IA 50320 % of patients in each
101,869 MEDICAL VISITS
22,512 DENTAL VISITS
11,297 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH VISITS
3,935 ENABLING SERVICES VISITS
Around Central Iowa
Administrative Office
1200 University Ave., #200 Des Moines, IA 50314
INSURANCE SOURCE
VISITS BY SERVICE TYPE
PATIENT AGE
SIOUX CENTER
PROMISE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
EMILY TUSCHEN Chief Executive Officer etuschen@promisechc.org
SCHOOL-BASED LOCATIONS
Sioux Center High School
Sioux Center Intermediate School
Sioux Center Christian School
Kinsey Elementary School
Rock Valley Community Schools
Hawarden Elementary School
Ireton Elementary School
20,825
26 PATIENTS EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS
RACE & ETHNICITY INSURANCE SOURCE PATIENT INCOME PATIENT AGE
DES MOINES | FORT DODGE | IOWA CITY
PROTEUS, INC.
Proteus, Inc. provides services throughout the state of Iowa.
DANIEL ZINNEL Chief Executive Officer danielz@proteusinc.net
Migrant workers are individuals whose principal employment is in agriculture, who has been so employed within the last 24 months, and who establishes for the purposes of such employment a temporary abode. Seasonal workers are individuals whose principal employment is in agriculture on a seasonal basis and who is not a migratory agricultural worker.
OTTUMWA | RICHLAND | CENTERVILLE | OSKALOOSA | FAIRFIELD
RIVER HILLS COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
Appanoose | Davis | Jefferson Keokuk | Mahaska | Monroe Van Buren | Wapello
JOY ALEXANDER Chief Executive Officer
jalexander@riverhillshealth.org
Wapello County Clinic – Ottumwa 201 South Market Street Ottumwa, IA 52501
Wapello County Clinic – Ottumwa Behavioral Health Therapy 216 South Market Street Ottumwa, IA 52501
Keokuk County Clinic – Richland 100 West Main Street Richland, IA 52585
Appanoose County Clinic – Centerville 1015 North 18th Street, Suite C Centerville, IA 52544
Mahaska County Clinic – Oskaloosa 1417 A Ave East, Suite 100 Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Jefferson County Clinic – Fairfield
2000 South Main Street Fairfield, IA 52556
Patient Accounts & Medical Records Office 116 West Main Street Ottumwa, IA 52501
Administrative Office
116 West Main Street Ottumwa, IA 52501
SCHOOL-BASED LOCATIONS
Fairfield High School
Pekin Community Schools
Washington Elementary
Cardinal Community School
Fairfield Middle School
Pence Elementary
Sigourney Elementary School
Ottumwa High School
Oskaloosa Middle School
Oskaloosa Elementary School
Oskaloosa High School
Howar Middle School
Centerville Alternative School
Evans Junior High
Gateway Center High School
Centerville High School
Lakeview Elementary
James Elementary School
Pickwick Early Education Center
Sigourney Junior-Senior High School
91,408 355 VETERANS
TOTAL VISITS
21,850
TOTAL PATIENTS 207 PATIENTS
HOMELESSNESS
SIOUX CITY | SOUTH SIOUX CITY, NE
SIOUXLAND COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
MARK DONALDSON Chief Executive Officer
mdonaldson@slandchc.com
LOCATIONS
Siouxland Community Health Center 1021 Nebraska Street Sioux City, IA 51105
Siouxland Community Health of Nebraska 3410 Futures Drive South Sioux City, NE 68776 Behavioral
STORM LAKE
UNITED COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
PETER ATIEMO Chief Executive Officer peter@uchcsl.com
Alta-Aurelia
18,941
5,301
Annual Awards
Each year, the Iowa PCA celebrates the amazing accomplishments of those dedicated to Iowa’s Community Health Center Program.
DR. BERY ENGEBRETSEN VISIONARY AWARD
Joe Lock has transformed Eastern Iowa Health Center (EIHC) from a struggling community clinic into a thriving campus that now serves Cedar Rapids and four surrounding counties. Under his leadership, EIHC has expanded to provide Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Women’s Health, Behavioral Health, and Dental services, with nearly 73,000 visits in 2024. A new in-house pharmacy, opened in 2025, will fill up to 72,000 prescriptions annually, improving access to medications and empowering patients through dedicated pharmacist education.
Known for his vision, empathy, and community-first approach, Joe has fostered a culture of empowerment and compassion. His leadership has elevated EIHC into one of the top 15 largest nonprofits in the Cedar Rapids–Iowa City corridor, and his dedication continues to change lives every day.
Established in 2024 in recognition of Dr. Bery Engebretsen’s outstanding contributions to the Health Center Movement as the co-founder of the Iowa Primary Care Association and the former Chief Executive Officer and current Chief Visionary for Primary Health Care, Inc. This award will be presented to an individual who has made outstanding contributions to his/her organization or community(s) who exemplifies leadership excellence, passion for community health, and dedication to addressing social drivers of health.
OUTSTANDING PROVIDER AWARD
Kari Ney, a Certified Nurse Midwife at Promise Community Health Center, has dedicated her career to advancing women’s health and serving underserved populations with compassion and excellence. Since joining Promise in 2013, Kari has played a pivotal role in expanding prenatal, women’s health, and newborn services, including home births. She has helped Promise achieve birth outcomes well above state and national benchmarks, improved early entry into prenatal care, and collaborated with multiple teams to better serve women with complex needs such as gestational diabetes. In 2023 alone, Promise’s prenatal program, led in part by Kari, served nearly 900 women—most of whom face significant economic and social challenges.
Beyond clinical care, Kari is a visionary and advocate for her profession. She successfully secured hospital privileges for midwife-attended births, expanded care into functional medicine, and mentors future midwives and physician assistants.
UNSUNG HERO AWARD
For the past nine years, Shannon has gone above and beyond every day to support her patients and staff. Seen as the glue that holds her office together, she is the first person turned to with a question or concern. According to colleagues, to say that she excels at her job doesn’t come close to capturing the impact she makes. From tracking patients’ annual benefit maximums to greeting them by name the moment they walk through the door; Shannon does it all with ease and enthusiasm. Always willing to step in wherever needed, her kindness and dedication have made her shine as an unsung hero.
SHANNON PRICE (at left) DENTAL RECEPTIONIST
RIVER HILLS COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
KARI NEY (at left) MIDWIFE PROMISE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
JOE LOCK (at left) PRESIDENT & CEO EASTERN IOWA HEALTH CENTER
KATIE OWENS (at right)
CHIEF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS OFFICER
EXCEPTIONAL NETWORK SUPPORT AWARD
A trusted partner and communications resource for nearly 15 years, Katie has consistently supported advocacy efforts with expertise, responsiveness, and authentic leadership. From preparing materials and talking points to producing high-quality videos and social media content, she and her team make member CHCs’ work easier and more effective. During her tenure, Katie and her team have supported CHCs with building relationships with elected officials, building a grassroots advocacy strategy, launching statewide communications campaigns, and building further awareness of CHCs at the state and national level.
COMMUNICATORS OF THE YEAR
This award recognizes Crescent Community Health Center for their outstanding communications including exceptional patient engagement, social media, and other forms of marketing. We believe that their communication and marketing embody the spirit of the Community Health Center Movement and our vision of “a future where communities achieve their greatest health potential.” Their impact has not only made a difference, it has also inspired others around them.
ADVOCATES OF THE YEAR
Advocacy is at the heart of the Community Health Center Movement. Advocates work to ensure CHCs, as well as our patients, teams, and communities, have the necessary resources and a supportive policy environment as we strive towards reaching our vision of a future where communities achieve their greatest health potential. This award recognizes Community Health Center of Fort Dodge’s engagement in advocacy, including exceptional performance on grassroots advocacy through the VoterVoice system and engagement with state and federal elected officials. Their persistence and relationship-building are integral parts of our success as we continue to enjoy strong bipartisan support in Washington, DC, and at the Iowa Capitol.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Kelly Huntsman has worked at Primary Health Care (PHC) for 36 years, serving as CEO for 24 years. As CEO, Kelly navigated PHC through the privatization of Medicaid, added the only two CHC residency programs in Iowa, acquired the AIDS Project of Central Iowa, established the Centralized Intake program for Polk County, oversaw the implementation and subsequent growth of integrated behavioral health services, advocated for PHC on a host of legislative priorities, defended the 340B pharmacy program, achieved Joint Commission certification for medical and dental clinics, and led the organization through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Known as a resilient, strategic, and authentic leader—Kelly has been a mentor to many and always willing to engage and pass on her knowledge. Her leadership talents are made evident in the way she approaches organizational challenges and manages the administrative aspects unique to CHCs.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Mari Kaptain-Dahlen has dedicated her career to supporting community health centers. A recognized health care leader who has served in executive health care positions for over forty years, Mari led Siouxland Community Health Center through immense growth and changes from 2013-2024.
Prior to becoming the CEO, Mari was a key player in Siouxland health care for 30 years, serving as a board member for several health care community organizations. Throughout her career, Mari worked diligently to improve health care access and connect Iowans with the care they need. Mari is a fierce advocator and was highly engaged in the Iowa PCA’s Advocacy Committee, and regularly hosted state and federal elected officials, and even several presidential candidates throughout the years. She has always been adept at delivering the right message to cut through the rhetoric of the day and ensure health centers’ and patients’ needs were heard.
CRESCENT COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
KELLY HUNTSMAN (at right)
FORMER CEO
PRIMARY HEALTH CARE, INC.
MARI KAPTAIN-DAHLEN (at right)
FORMER CEO
SIOUXLAND COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
A Note From Our Premier Sponsor
At Wellpoint, we are deeply committed to improving the health of individuals and communities, particularly those facing the greatest barriers to care. Our partnership with the Iowa Primary Care Association and Iowa’s community health centers is critical in advancing whole-health solutions for underserved populations. These partnerships demonstrate the power of community-based care in improving quality, access, and long-term well-being. We are inspired by the dedication of Iowa’s community providers and remain steadfast in our commitment to supporting their efforts to create healthier, more equitable communities across the state.
Our 2025 Sponsors
Thank you to these organizations for their generous sponsorship from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.
Community Health Center Directory
ALL CARE HEALTH CENTER
All Care Health Center
902 South 6th Street
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
Florence M. Lakin Health Center 1415 Avenue J, Suite 2 Council Bluffs, IA 51501
New Visions Homeless Services 1435 North 15th Street Council Bluffs, IA 51501
All Care’s Mobile Medical Clinic Rotates in Council Bluffs Community School District locations
COMMUNITY
HEALTH CARE, INC.
Administrative Office
120 North Ripley Street
Davenport, IA 52801
CHC Davenport Medical Clinic
500 West River Drive Davenport, IA 52801
CHC Davenport Dental Clinic
125 Scott Street Davenport, IA 52801
CHC Edgerton Women’s Clinic 1510 East Rusholme Street Davenport, IA 52801
CHC Outreach Clinic
902 West 4th Street
Davenport, IA 52802
Clinton Medical & Dental Clinic
925 South 4th Street Clinton, IA 52732
Muscatine Medical Clinic
2925 Cedar Street, Suite 2
Muscatine, IA 52761
Muscatine Dental Clinic
312 Iowa Avenue
Muscatine, IA 52761
CHC at The Project of the Quad Cities
4101 John Deere Road Moline, IL 61265
Moline Medical Clinic 1106 4th Avenue Moline, IL 61265
East Moline Medical Clinic
708 15th Avenue
East Moline, IL 61265
Rock Island Medical & Dental Clinic
2750 11th Street
Rock Island, IL 61201
School-Based Locations
Smart Junior High School Glenview Middle School
COMMUNITY
HEALTH CENTER OF FORT DODGE
Community Health Center of Fort Dodge
126 North 10th Street Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Clarion Clinic
303 North Main Street Clarion, IA 50525
Dayton Clinic 24 South Main Street Dayton, IA 50530
Eagle Grove Clinic
306 West Broadway Street Eagle Grove, IA 50533
Mason City Clinic
404 North Federal Avenue Mason City, IA 50401
Spencer Clinic
223 W 7th Street Spencer, IA 51301
COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS OF SOUTHEASTERN IOWA, INC.
West Burlington Medical, Behavioral Health, Pediatric and Dental Clinic 1706 West Agency Road West Burlington, IA 52655
Keokuk Medical, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy and Dental Clinic
1618 Main Street Keokuk, IA 52632
Louisa County Medical and Dental Clinic
2409 Spring Street Columbus City, IA 52737
Administrative Office
400 South Broadway Street West Burlington, IA 52601
School-Based Locations
West Burlington High School West Burlington Elementary School
CRESCENT COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
Crescent Community Health Center 1690 Elm Street, Suite 300 Dubuque, IA 52001
Training and Wellness Center 1620 Elm Street Dubuque, IA 52001
EASTERN IOWA HEALTH CENTER
Family Medicine, Women’s Health, Behavioral Health 1201 3rd Avenue SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Pediatrics 1225 3rd Avenue SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Dental Health 1210 4th Avenue SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Women’s Health – Vinton 502 North 9th Avenue Vinton, IA 52349
Pharmacy and Walk-in Care
400 12th Street SE Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403
Administrative Headquarters 1030 5th Avenue SE, Suite 2400 Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
INFINITY HEALTH
Leon Facility
302 NE 14th Street Leon, IA 50144
Lamoni
802 East Ackerly Lamoni, IA 50140
Bedford
507 Central Avenue Bedford, IA 50833
Centerville
221 East State Street Centerville, IA 52544
Chariton Behavioral Health 1711 Osceola Avenue Chariton, IA 52544
Corydon 102-104 North Franklin Corydon, IA 50060
Mount Ayr 1201 East South Street Mount Ayr, IA 50854
Osceola – Behavioral Health 219 West Washington Street Osceola, IA 50213
Osceola – Dental
131 West Washington Street Osceola, IA 50213
Princeton, MO
606 West Main Street Princeton, MO 64673
Knoxville
1504 North Lincoln Street
Knoxville, IA 50138
School-Based Locations
Central Decatur – North Elementary/ Jr-Sr High School
Mount Ayr Elementary/Jr-Sr SBHC
North Mercer School
Chariton School District
Princeton R-V School District
PEOPLES COMMUNITY HEALTH CLINIC
Peoples Community Health Clinic
905 Franklin Street Waterloo, IA 50703
Peoples Clinic Butler County
118 South Main Street Clarksville, IA 50619
School-Based Locations
Clarksville Community Schools
PRIMARY HEALTH CARE, INC.
Administrative Office
1200 University Avenue, #200 Des Moines, IA 50314
University Medical Clinic
1200 University Avenue, #120 Des Moines, IA 50314
University Dental Clinic
1200 University Avenue, #100 Des Moines, IA 50314
The Project of PHC
1200 University Avenue, #120 Des Moines, IA 50314
Pharmacy
1200 University Avenue, #105 Des Moines, IA 50314
Homeless Support Services
1200 University Avenue, #110A
Des Moines, IA 50314
B. Engebretsen Medical Clinic
2353 SE 14th Street
Des Moines, IA 50320
B. Engebretsen Dental Clinic
2353 SE 14th Street
Des Moines, IA 50320
East Side Campus
3509 East 29th Street
Des Moines, IA 50317
PHC at Mercy
250 Laurel Street
Des Moines, IA 50314
West Side Medical Clinic
7555 Hickman Road Urbandale, IA 50322
Marshalltown Medical & Dental Clinic
101 Iowa Avenue West Marshalltown, IA 50158
Ames Medical & Dental Clinic
3510 Lincoln Way Ames, IA 50010
Mobile Health Unit
Various Locations Around Central Iowa
School-Based Locations
East High School
Hoover/Meredith Campus
Kurtz Opportunity Center
PROMISE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
Promise Community Health Center
33 4th Street NW
Sioux Center, IA 51250
School-Based Locations
Hawarden Elementary School
Ireton Elementary School
Sioux Center High School
Sioux Center Intermediate School
Kinsey Elementary School
Rock Valley Community Schools
Sioux Center Christian School
PROTEUS, INC.
Des Moines Office
1221 Center Street, Suite 16
Des Moines, IA 50309
Fort Dodge Office
107 North 7th Street
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
Iowa City Office
1548 South Gilbert Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
Mobile Services
Council Bluffs
Postville
Nora Springs
Perry
Winterset
Webster City Clarion
Monticello
Tama
New London
Williamsburg
Conesville
Storm Lake
Ankeny
Marshalltown
Hampton
Nevada
Pleasant Hill
Lawler
RIVER HILLS COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
Administrative Office
116 West Main Street Ottumwa, IA 52501
Patient Accounts & Medical Records Office
116 West Main Street Ottumwa, IA 52501
Appanoose County ClinicCenterville 1015 North 18th Street, Suite C Centerville, IA 52544
Jefferson County Clinic – Fairfield 2000 South Main Street Fairfield, IA 52556
Keokuk County Clinic – Richland 100 West Main Street Richland, IA 52585
Mahaska County Clinic –Oskaloosa 1417 A Avenue East, Suite 100 Oskaloosa, IA 52577
Wapello County Clinic – Ottumwa 201 South Market Street Ottumwa, IA 52501
Wapello County Clinic – Ottumwa
Behavioral Health Therapy
216 South Market Street Ottumwa, IA 52501
School-Based Locations
Cardinal Community School
Centerville Alternative School
Centerville High School
Evans Junior High
Fairfield High School
Fairfield Middle School
Gateway Center High School
Howar Middle School
James Elementary School
Lakeview Elementary School
Oskaloosa Elementary School
Oskaloosa Middle School
Oskaloosa High School
Ottumwa High School
Pekin Community Schools
Pence Elementary
Pickwick Early Education Center
Washington Elementary
Sigourney Elementary School
Sigourney Junior-Senior High School
SIOUXLAND COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
Siouxland Community Health Center
1021 Nebraska Street
Sioux City, IA 51105
Behavioral Health Clinic
1122 Pierce Street
Sioux City, IA 51105
Siouxland Community Health of Nebraska
3410 Futures Drive
South Sioux City, NE 68776
UNITED COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER
United Community Health Center
715 West Milwaukee
Storm Lake, IA 50588
School-Based Locations
Alta-Aurelia School District
Buena Vista University
LOCATION MAP AND
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH DISTRICTS
Primary Health Care
Peoples Community Health Clinic
Eastern Iowa Health Center
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Main Site Locations
Satellite Locations
Proteus, Inc. Sites
Behavioral Health Districts
Crescent Community Health Center
Community Health Care, Inc.
Community Health Centers of Southeastern Iowa
River Hills Community Health Center
Dubuque
Moline,
Phone: (515) 244-9610
Email: info@iowapca.org iowapca.org