News & Notices
February 28, 2023
Family Practice Center (FPC) Partners with agilon health to Deliver
New Level of Value-Based Care for Central Pennsylvanians
Partnership expands agilon’s footprint in the state
SELINSGROVE, PA and AUSTIN, TX, February 28, 2023 – Family Practice Center, PC (FPC), Central Pennsylvania’s largest independent primary care physician group, today announced that it has formed a new partnership with agilon health inc. (NYSE: AGL), the trusted partner empowering physicians to transform health care in our communities. Starting in 2024, the partnership will transition FPC to a full-risk, value-based care model for Central Pennsylvania Medicare patients that will yield better outcomes for both patients and physicians.
“A value-based approach is the future of health care, and there is no better leader in this space than agilon health,” said Benjamin Williard, chief executive officer, Family Practice Center, PC. “agilon’s model is directly in line with our mission to remain independent and provide patients with community-based, affordable, and high-quality care. This partnership will enable our physicians to better serve senior patients in Central Pennsylvania, particularly those who live in rural and underserved areas.”
FPC is central Pennsylvania’s largest independent primary care physician group, serving over 200,000 patients across 42 locations in 12 counties. The organization is committed to a patient-centered medical home (PCMH) model for delivering high-quality care by partnering with patients, alongside their families and caregivers, to improve treatment outcomes. FPC’s scope of services ranges from family medicine and pediatrics, to onsite labs and x-rays, and physical therapy from newborns to seniors.
“Primary care physicians are community leaders, and it is agilon’s goal to empower them to remain in that important position,” said Steve Sell, chief executive officer, agilon health. “FPC have demonstrated a clear commitment to enabling better health outcomes for their senior patients, and we look forward to working together to advance care delivery through the implementation of our Total Care Model.”
agilon is accelerating at scale the transition to a value-based, Total Care Model for senior patients through its aligned partnerships, purpose-built platform, and peer network of like-minded physicians. FPC is joining agilon’s growing network of physician partners and will be part of the 2024 class of new partner organizations.
About Family Practice Center, PC
Family Practice Center, PC (FPC) is central Pennsylvania’s largest independent primary care physician group that serves over 200,000 patients. Founded nearly 50 years ago, FPC now operates 42 locations across central Pennsylvania. FPC’s 160+ providers care for patients of all ages with the focus of community-based care. Services include family medicine, pediatrics, sleep medicine, laboratory, x-ray, and much more. For more information about FPC, please visit www.fpcdoctors.com.
About agilon health
agilon health is the trusted partner empowering physicians to transform health care in our communities. Through our partnerships and purpose-built platform, agilon is accelerating at scale how physician groups transition to a value-based Total Care Model for senior patients. agilon provides the technology, people, capital, process, and access to a peer network of 2,200+ PCPs that allow physician groups to maintain their independence and focus on the total health of their most vulnerable patients. Together, agilon and its physician partners are creating the healthcare system we need – one built on the value of care, not the volume of fees. The result: healthier communities and empowered doctors. agilon is the trusted partner in 25 diverse communities and is here to help more of our nation's leading physician groups and health systems have a sustained, thriving future. For more information about agilon health, visit www.agilonhealth.com and connect with us on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Contacts:
agilon health
Investor Contact
Matt Gillmor
Vice President, Investor Relations
investors@agilonhealth.com
Media Contact
Megan Strothman
Director, Communications & Public Affairs
media@agilonhealth.com
Terence Cullen
agilon@actumllc.com
Family Practice Center, PC
Yorelis Trotter
Marketing Director
ytrotter@fpcdoctors.com
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October 5, 2022
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September 1, 2022
FAMILY PRACTICE CENTER
LABORATORY
RECEIVES ACCREDITATION FROM
COLLEGE OF AMERICAN PATHOLOGISTS
The Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) has awarded
accreditation again to Family Practice Center (FPC) Laboratory, Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania based on results of a recent on-site inspection as part of the CAP's Accreditation Programs.
The Physician Lab Director, Chris J. Darrup, DO, was advised of this national recognition and congratulated for the excellence of the services being provided. Family Practice Center Laboratory is one of more than 8,000 CAP-accredited facilities worldwide.
"CAP accreditation assures that our laboratory is meeting and exceeding the standards for clinical laboratory testing, this in turn produces accurate and timely results for the patients we serve." said Annmarie Renard, Family Practice Center’s Lab Manager.
Chief Financial Officer, Benjamin Williard, regarding Family Practice Center’s laboratory CAP accreditation, said: “Our staff works incredibly hard; we are pleased with this major accomplishment. It demonstrates our ability to offer the highest quality services to our community which is of the upmost importance to Family Practice Center. CAP ensures the best patient care possible, and this accreditation confirms our ability to provide first-class care to our patients.”
During the CAP accreditation process, designed to ensure the highest standard of care for all laboratory patients, inspectors examine FPC’s laboratory's records and quality control of procedures for the preceding two years. CAP inspectors also examine the laboratory staff qualifications, equipment, facilities, safety program and record, and overall management. The Family Practice Center’s Laboratory has maintained CAP accreditation since 2008.
About Family Practice Center, PC
Family Practice Center, PC, is a large group of primary care physicians in Central Pennsylvania committed to the patient-centered medical home (PCMH) model for delivering high-quality health care by partnering with patients, alongside their families and caregivers, to improve treatment outcomes. In other words – the patient – is the center of our attention.
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June 30, 2022
We are pleased to announce that Family Practice Center, PC will be moving the practice of Charles C. Pagana, MD; Charles M. Pagana II, MD; and James D. Pagana, MD to the Susquehanna Valley Mall in late July. The new phone number for this office will be 570-884-7925. All appointments currently scheduled with this office on or after July 25th will be at the new location.
The practice of Matthew J. McClure, DO, and Anne B. Ivie, MD will remain at the 21 Susquehanna Valley Mall Drive location. These changes come due to Evangelical Community Hospital formally closing on the purchase of the property at 21 Susquehanna Valley Mall Drive, Selinsgrove.
“It’s important for our patients to know that the providers they’ve come to trust as their partners in health and wellness will remain in the Selinsgrove area,” said Ben Williard, CPA, MBA, Chief Financial Officer, Family Practice Center. “The sale of the building will not change that.”
The facility is currently home to SUN Orthopedics of Evangelical’s Selinsgrove practice, the Hospital’s Selinsgrove Imaging Center, Physical Therapy of Evangelical, two Family Practice Center offices, and Corbin Audiology and Hearing Aid Center.
We understand that change can be difficult and we hope to make the transition as smooth as possible for you. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns. We look forward to seeing you at our new location!
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April 29, 2022
if your FPC provider refers you for this service.
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FPC EARNS AAAHC RECERTIFICATION
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November 2021
NOTICE TO PATIENTS
FPC continues to require all patients and patient escorts to wear a mask upon entering all of our office locations.
Patient escorts should be limited only to patients who require assistance during their visit. We encourage you to bring your own mask but, if you do not have a mask, please let the staff know and one will be provided.
Thank You!
TELEMEDICINE VISITS
FPC continues to offer the option of Telemedicine (video visits) for managing certain chronic medical problems and acute care needs.
What types of visits can be conducted using Telemedicine?
• Management of chronic problems such as diabetes, hypertension, etc.
• Certain Acute illnesses such as colds, flu, skin rash, headaches, etc.
How do I schedule a Telemedicine visit?
• Simply call your FPC location to schedule like you normally would.
• You will receive an email or text message with a link to your scheduled appointment
• When it is time for your appointment, click on the link in your text or email to connect to your FPC provider
What do I need?
• Smart phone, tablet or laptop/computer with video and audio capability
• Up-to-date browser such as Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
You can test your browser at the following link: www.medentmobile.com/telemed
What if I don’t have a video option? If you do not have a device with video capability, you may call your FPC location to schedule a telephone visit.
*Please note that certain appointments may require a face-to-face visit based on your symptoms and current health condition.
