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Insurance Plans Accepted
To see a list of accepted insurance plans click here
After Hours Urgent Care and Medical Testing Center are moving to new, remodeled location August 2, 2010
As of August 2, 2010, the After Hours Urgent Care Clinic and the Medical Testing Center will be located together in a new office, 3130 Squalicum Parkway, across the street from St. Francis Extended Care near St. Joseph Hospital.
After Hours Urgent Care is open Weekday evenings 5 PM to 9 PM, Weekends and Holidays 1 PM to 5 PM.
The Medical Testing Center will be open in the same location 8AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday.
Our patients are invited to use our After Hours Urgent Care Clinic if urgent problems arise when their doctor's office is closed. The After Hours Urgent Care Clinic is not a replacement for the hospital emergency department, but rather, it is an after hours office which is available for those unanticipated illnesses or injuries which people would ordinarily consult their family doctor about. No appointment is necessary. 3130 Squalicum Parkway, Suite A
Bellingham, WA 98225
Bellingham, WA 98225
360 671-4509
Family Care Network - Who Are We ?
At Family Care Network, we are a team of health care professionals and support personnel, who are located in family medical offices throughout Bellingham, and read more »
Free Household Pharmaceuticals Take Back
Do NOT flush or pour unwanted, unused or expired medications down the drain. Starting April 5th, 2010, local pharmacies in Bellingham will accept unwanted and expired household medications for free, secure and appropriate legal disposal. read more »
Whatcom County Pollen Count
Are you going to need your allergy medicine today? Check the latest Whatcom County pollen count here, courtesy of the Asthma & Allergy Center of Whatcom County.
Do we still need to worry about the "Flu" ?
The good news is that the rate of infection in our area has greatly declined for the H1N1 Swine Flu, and at this point, we are waiting to see if a third wave of infection will hit our area. This this remains a distinct possibility, and for this reason, federal health authorities advise that it is still a good idea to get a flu vaccine if you have not yet had one. Call your doctor's office directly, we have a good supply of vaccine on hand!
We Accept these Medicare Plans in 2010
Family Care Network doctors accept the following Medicare Advantage plans in 2010:
- Essence
- Group Health
- Regence BlueShield
- Community Health Plans of Washington (for patients with DSHS and Medicare only).
These are the ONLY Medicare Advantage plans that we will accept as payment for care in 2010. Want more information? Call 1-800-Medicare, or go to: www.Medicare.gov Have questions about our policy? Call our Medicare coordinator, 360 733-1342.
You may also speak with a licensed insurance agent to compare the plans we accept in order to make the best decision for you! We are especially confident about the services provided by VibrantUSA. They are a Bellingham agency that specializes in only Medicare insurance plans, and they represent all of our contracted plans. They can be contacted locally at 360 733-5111, or Toll Free at 866 733-5111.
Vision, Mission and Values
Our vision is to partner with patients with respect and compassion to achieve optimum healthcare.
Our mission is to be your medical home through all stages of life.
The Medical Testing Center - An extension of your doctor's office!
The Family Care Network Medical Testing Center (MTC) is an extension of your doctor's office which provides specialized diagnostic testing that is ordered by your physician.Click here to learn more!
What Specific things can you do to Stay Healthy?
What practical things can you do to maintain good health? How can you screen for preventable diseases? read more »
What is "Family Medicine"?
Family Medicine is the "people" specialty that focuses on primary medical care with an emphasis on preventive medicine. It is estimated that approximately 90% of the problems that people consult physicians about can be most efficiently and competently managed by family physicians. read more »