A letter to our patients – COVID-19
We take the health of our patients and staff seriously. Read on for more information about what we are doing at PHC to treat and prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Nathan Simpson selected for HealthConnect Fellowship to improve children’s health
Nathan Simpson, Director of Operations for Primary Health Care, has been selected to participate in Mid-Iowa Health Foundation’s HealthConnect Fellowship. Eighteen advocates will each receive a $15,000 award and national-level training and mentoring as they work to...
PHC Receives National Recognition from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Earlier this month, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services awarded Primary Health Care TCPi exemplary status for improving patient experience and outcomes, controlling population health and reducing costs. “I am inspired to know there are so many innovative...Dr. Bery Engebretsen becomes Chief Visionary for PHC
Dr. Bery Engebretsen, MD, has served as the Chief Medical Officer and leader of Primary Health Care since 1982. During that time the organization has grown to serve more than 37,000 people per year and includes 15 clinics in Des Moines, Marshalltown and Ames. “Dr....