Cooperative Health Center Community Barbecue
Thank you to the community and our excellent staff for celebrating National Health Center Week! The weather cooperated, and we enjoyed a festive barbecue in our west parking lot Monday, August 9. The highlight of the event was the presentation of our 2010 Public Health Award.
2010 Public Health Award
- Dr. Behlmer received the award from Kate McIvor, CHC Executive Director. Dr. Goldes thanked CHC staff for their work.
In a 1 p.m. ceremony Monday, August 9, the Cooperative Health Center (CHC) awarded its 2010 Public Health Award to Stephen D. Behlmer, MD and Jeffry A. Goldes, MD of Associated Dermatology and Skin Cancer Clinic of Helena.
“Dr. Goldes and Dr. Behlmer are tremendous supporters of primary care in general and of the Cooperative Health Center in particular,” said Will Snider, DO, CHC Medical Director. “They see it as their mission to take care of the integumentary health of all Helenans regardless of income. They have proven to be strong patient advocates who care for patients of the Cooperative Health Center as if their clinic were an extension of ours.”
Dr. Behlmer was “pleasantly surprised” to receive the award. “Our mission is to take care of our patients and coordinate their care with their physicians within the limits of our local resources. I know that there are others who are deserving of this award, so I’m honored that we were chosen,” he said.
The CHC created the Public Health Award in 2004 to publicly thank a local health care organization or individual that has done the most to help the CHC carry out its mission of providing primary health, dental, and mental health care to all county residents in need, regardless of their ability to pay.
HEALTH CARE FOR EVERYONE
Welcome to the Cooperative Health Center 1930 Ninth Ave. Helena, MT 59601 (406) 443-2584
We believe that every person has a right to quality primary care.
Our team of providers is here to help you feel better and stay healthy.
Our Mission
To improve community health by working in partnership to foster personal responsibility and to provide accessible, comprehensive, quality health care for all area residents, regardless of ability to pay.
Services
The Cooperative Health Center is a community health center for people who need basic medical care - including people with limited income and/or insufficient health insurance. Our team of doctors, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants offers you physical exams, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up for your basic health care needs:
- Regular check-ups
- Care for common illnesses and minor injuries
- Care for diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, heart disease and other
medical needs
- Mental health services
- Immunizations for children & adults
- Well-child clinics
- Prevention and wellness education
- Confidential HIV counseling and testing
- Breast and Cervical Health Care
- Referrals to specialists
Affordable Prescriptions
The Cooperative Health Center’s Medication Assistance Program, available only to our patients, provides reduced-cost medications to patients with no prescription drug coverage.
Dental Care
The Cooperative Health Center operates a limited dental clinic. Available services include dental screening, cleaning, basic dental services and extractions.
Case Management
The Cooperative Health Center can help you find ways to manage your health care needs and link you to other services in the community.
Breast & Cervical Health Program
Provides free breast and cervical health screening for women age 50 and over.
Phone: 457-8923
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can go to the Cooperative Health Center?
Anyone. We mostly serve people without other access to primary care services. This includes people with no insurance, inadequate insurance or a limited income.
Will it cost a lot to see a CHC doctor?
It shouldn’t cost a lot to get good health care, so we provide services at the lowest possible cost for those in need. Our services are provided on a sliding fee scale, depending upon family size and income level. A visit can cost as little as $10.00. Additional dental procedures cost a minimum of $10.00 each, based on our sliding fee scale. Be sure to bring some kind of income verification to your visit.
When do I have to pay?
Payment is expected at the time of service. Arrangements can be made if payment is not possible at the time of service – just ask. Nobody is turned away because of an inability to pay.
Do you accept Medicaid?
Yes, we accept Medicaid, Medicare, CHIP and private insurance.
How do I make an appointment?
Just call 443-2584 and speak with one of our medical receptionists. They can help set up a time. If you have a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.