What they reported doing
- #1 primary $3.81MPROVIDE DENTAL CARE IN AN UNDERSERVED RURAL AREA OF UPSTATE NEW YORK, REGARDLESS OF THE ABILITY OF THE PATIENT TO PAY FOR THEIR CARE. THE CENTERS HAD 22,393 VISITS DURING THE YEAR.
- #2 $2.75MPROVIDE HEALTH AND DENTAL CARE IN SIX SCHOOL-BASED HEALTH CENTERS IN AN UNDERSERVED RURAL AREA OF UPSTATE NEW YORK, REGARDLESS OF THE ABILITY OF THE PATIENT TO PAY FOR THEIR CARE. THE CENTER HAD 25,586 VISITS DURING THE YEAR.
What they call their work
What they do
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Sliding Fee Scale Healthcare 1 activity
- Ensure access to care through sliding fee and insurance enrollment supportOffers a sliding fee scale discount program for income-eligible patients and assists with enrollment in Child Health Plus and Managed Medicaid programs through an onsite Outreach Coordinator, ensuring access to care regardless of ability to pay.
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Community Health Center Services 1 activity
- Operate school-based health centersRuns integrated school-based health centers in partnership with six school districts across Oswego County, providing primary care, dental care, and mental health services directly in schools. These centers served over 19,000 patient visits annually in underserved rural communities.
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Comprehensive Dental Care Services 1 activity
- Provide dental care servicesOffers comprehensive dental care through three dedicated clinics in Pulaski, Fulton, and Oswego, as well as via school-based health centers. Services are available Monday through Friday, with over 21,000 patient visits annually in rural upstate New York.
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Outpatient Mental Health Clinic Services 1 activity
- Provide mental health and counseling servicesOffers on-site counseling and psychiatry services delivered by licensed clinical social workers and psychiatrists, integrated within primary care locations and available to patients of all ages. Counseling is available on multiple weekdays with extended evening hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
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Comprehensive Primary and Specialty Care Networks 1 activity
- Provide primary and preventive medical careDelivers comprehensive primary healthcare services including family and internal medicine, pediatrics, and preventive care through multiple medical centers and walk-in clinics in Oswego County and surrounding areas. Services are available on weekdays with extended hours at select locations.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Administer COVID-19 and flu vaccination clinicsProvides Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines, including pediatric vaccinations and booster doses, through clinic appointments and walk-in availability. Co-administers flu vaccines during booster visits and conducts vaccination clinics at local schools.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| TRICIA PETER-CLARK | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 40 | $348K |
| PATRICK CARGUELLO | PHYSICIAN MEDICAL DIRECTOR | 40 | $334K |
| MELISSA NOEL | DENTIST DENTAL DIRECTOR | 40 | $315K |
| MEGAN PECHA | PHYSICIAN | 40 | $313K |
| THOMAS HANNA | PHYSICIAN | 40 | $300K |
| SCOTT C VAN GORDER | PHYSICIAN | 40 | $291K |
| MARIE DESRAVINES | PHYSICIAN | 40 | $282K |
| GLENN F THIBAULT | PHYSICIAN | 40 | $274K |
| TRACY WIMMER | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 40 | $244K |
- DAVID DINGMAN — VICE CHAIRPERSON
- DR MICHAEL STEPHENS — DIRECTOR
- ELIZABETH WEIMER — DIRECTOR
- FELICITY ANNE HALLANAN — DIRECTOR
- JAMES OLDENBURG — DIRECTOR
- KATHY MCLEOD — SECRETARY
- KRISTIN LABARGE — DIRECTOR
- LAUREN SEITER — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT OUSTRICH — DIRECTOR
- ROBERT TRAINHAM — DIRECTOR
- ROSE ANN JERRETT — DIRECTOR
- STEVEN GAFFNEY — CHAIRPERSON
- TAMMIE NIPPER — DIRECTOR
- TIMOTHY MCCLUSKY — TREASURER
Who they work with
- Board of dedicated volunteer community members Partner — Volunteer community board guiding organizational focus on local health needs
- Child Health Plus Partner — Assists patients with enrollment in Child Health Plus program.
- ConnextCare Network — ConnextCare Central Square is operated by ConnextCare, a federally funded nonprofit organization.
- ConnextCare Network — ConnextCare Fulton is operated by ConnextCare, a federally funded nonprofit organization.
- ConnextCare Network — ConnextCare Pulaski is operated by ConnextCare, a federally funded nonprofit organization.
- ConnextCare Network — Operates the Mexico, NY healthcare center as part of the ConnextCare network.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to share community events, health tips, provider updates, and scholarship announcements.
- Joint Commission Government — Patients may report concerns to the Joint Commission about the quality of care provided.
- Managed Medicaid Government — Provides enrollment assistance for Managed Medicaid programs.
- New York State Department of Health Government — Patients may file complaints with the NYS Health Department regarding care received.
- Public Health Service Government — Deemed Public Health Service employee under 42 U.S.C. 233(g)–(n).
- The Joint Commission Government — Accredits ConnextCare Dental offices.
- local school districts Partner — Collaborates with local school districts to host pediatric Pfizer vaccine clinics.
How they approach the work
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- Integrated Care Modelmethodology: integrated_care_modelBy colocating primary health, mental health, and dental services—especially within school-based settings—we produce more comprehensive and coordinated care, because addressing multiple health needs in one accessible location reduces barriers and improves engagement, particularly for underserved children and families.
- Patient-Centered Care Modelmethodology: patient-centered_careBy organizing care around patient needs and feedback, we improve accessibility, engagement, and service quality, because involving patients in their care experience leads to more responsive and effective health outcomes.
- School-Based Health Access Modelmethodology: school_based_health_centersBy delivering health and vaccination services directly in schools, we increase access and uptake among children, because care delivered in familiar, trusted environments reduces logistical and psychological barriers for families.
- Sliding Fee Scale for Financial Accessibilitymethodology: sliding_fee_scaleBy adjusting patient costs based on income through a sliding fee scale, we increase access to care for low-income individuals, because reducing financial barriers ensures that treatment is available regardless of ability to pay.
- Universal Access to Caremethodology: universal_accessWe ensure access to healthcare for all patients regardless of ability to pay, because removing financial exclusion from treatment decisions produces more equitable health outcomes and aligns with our mission to serve vulnerable populations.