Services
Advanced Primary Care
We provide a comprehensive healthcare model that prioritizes quality of care and improved patient outcomes over patient volume, often leading to lower overall healthcare costs and enhanced patient satisfaction. Our advanced primary care services include regular checkups, preventive screenings, wellness exams, chronic condition oversight, and seamless coordination with your existing primary physician provider. We monitor for early warning signs, risk factors, and intervene before health issues escalate.
It encompasses elements like team-based care, enhanced access (including 24/7 digital care and same-day appointments), patient-centered approaches, and the coordination of care with specialists, all while aiming to keep total costs flat. Key characteristics of (APC):
- Patient-Centered and Team-Based Care:
APC emphasizes building strong patient-provider relationships and utilizes multidisciplinary care teams, including nurses, social workers, and home-care, to address a wide range of health needs. We coordinate with our in-house specialists. Some of our specialties include:
- Endocrinology: Diabetes, hormonal imbalance
- Cardiology: Hypertension, heart failure
- Nephrology: Electrolyte imbalance, chronic kidney disease, dialysis
- Rheumatology & Neurology: Osteopenia, osteomyelitis, Parkinson’s, sciatica, diabetic neuropathy
Oncology: Coordinated hematology-oncology care in partnership with Chicago Palliative & Hospice Care
Enhanced Access and Convenience: Hospital-at-Home
Patients experience greater accessibility through various channels, such as visiting residents of Senior living, Assisted living and Nursing homes. These in-person visits are supplemented with televisits, 24/7 digital access (portals, email, Chronic care management, remote patient monitoring, Therapeutic and principal care management).
Preventive Health Screenings
We believe prevention is far better than cure. Working closely with ILDPH, we provide a wide range of vaccines at no cost to patients with or without insurance at several of our monthly health events, including:
Child & Adolescent Ages Birth-18 Years:
- Hepatitis B
- Rotavirus
- Diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis (DTaP < 7 yrs)
- Haemophilus Influenza type b (Hib)
- Pneumococcal conjugate
- Inactivated poliovirus
- COVID-19 vaccine
- Influenza
- Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR)
- Varicella (VAR)
- Hepatitis A (HepA)
- Tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap > 7 yrs)
- Human papillomavirus (HPV)
- Meningococcal – ACWY
- Meningococcal B
- Fluarix
- Beyfortus (RSV)
Adults Ages 19 & Older:
- Tdap
- Hepatitis B
- Influenza (regular and high dose)
- COVID-19 vaccine (call for eligibility)
Wound Care
From minor burns and cuts to complex wound management, we manage healing and non-healing wounds. We source advanced skin-grafts through trusted suppliers: Arsenal Biologic, Samaritan Biologic, Life Biologic, and Wound America. With 99% rates of healing, our compliance teams work closely with LCD rules and guidelines. Ensuring patient satisfaction, reduced hospitalization and an improvement in self esteem.
Pediatric Care
We partner with several local daycare centers and school districts to support children via our vaccine for kids programs—with parental consent. Our pediatric services include:
- Developmental and milestone screenings
- Diagnosis and care for developmental and spectrum disorders
- Emergency sick visits
- Vaccination catch-up programs
Mental Health Services
Our mental and behavioral health team supports patients with:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Bipolar disorder
Care plans include therapy, medication monitoring, and integration with other medical services to ensure holistic mental wellness.
Vaccination Programs
As a state-recognized vaccine provider for the Southwestern Chicagoland, we proudly offer free vaccinations for children and adults.
- Pediatric program: Vaccines for Kids
- Adult program: Measles, shingles, and more (typically $200+ elsewhere—offered free here)
- Screenings through I-CARE to identify missed vaccines
- On-site administration for: MMR, meningitis, mumps, rubella, pneumococcal, shingles, HPV, influenza, COVID-19, RSV, hepatitis B & C Preventive counseling is also available for patients who choose not to vaccinate.
Chronic Disease Management & Remote Patient Monitoring
Our concierge care teams provide a comprehensive patient monitoring program with services include: Chronic diseases management, remote patient monitoring, therapeutic and principal patient management and behavioral health integration services. Key features of RPM programs:
- Issuance of FDA approved devices such as samsung watch series, Omron/humhealth BP monitors, scales, and sensors.
- Daily oversight by a dedicated data technician
- Alerts and escalation protocols for cardiology and medication concerns
- Therapeutic drug monitoring to prevent dangerous medication interactions
- Personalized care plans and benchmarks aimed at reducing exacerbation of chronic diseases and reduced hospital visits.
- Coordination with hospice and palliative care providers when needed
Our system is designed to reduce overall cost to patients, hospital admissions, and adverse outcomes—while giving patients more control and peace of mind at home.
Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM)
- Customizable RPM Programs: Tailor monitoring plans to individual patient needs and specific chronic conditions.
- Automated Device Integration: Seamlessly connect with various RPM devices (e.g., blood pressure cuffs, glucometers, scales) for automatic data collection.
- Threshold-Based Alerts: Configure alerts for out-of-range readings to enable timely clinical intervention.
- Secure Data Transmission: Ensure HIPAA-compliant and secure transfer of patient health data.
- RPM Billing Optimization: Support for accurate CPT code utilization for RPM services.
Behavioral Health Integration (BHI)
- Integrated Behavioral Health Assessments: Incorporate mental health screening tools and questionnaires.
- Collaborative Care Models: Facilitate communication and coordination between primary care and behavioral health providers.
- Psychotherapy and Counseling Integration: Support for tracking and managing behavioral health sessions.
- BHI Progress Monitoring: Tools to track patient progress and outcomes in behavioral health.
Telehealth Services
- Secure Video Conferencing: High-quality, HIPAA-compliant video calls for virtual consultations.
- Virtual Waiting Room: Manage patient flow for telehealth appointments.
- e-Prescribing Integration: Directly send prescriptions to pharmacies during telehealth visits.
- Telehealth Documentation: Streamlined tools for documenting virtual encounters.
Patient Engagement & Education
- Personalized Educational Content: Deliver condition-specific information and resources to patients.
- Health Libraries: Access to a comprehensive library of health articles and videos.
- Medication Reminders: Automated reminders for medication adherence.
- Appointment Reminders: Notifications for upcoming appointments.
Reporting & Analytics
- Population Health Management: Identify trends and manage patient populations effectively.
- Clinical Outcome Reporting: Track key clinical metrics and patient outcomes.
- Financial & Utilization Reports: Generate reports on service utilization and billing.
- Customizable Dashboards: Create tailored dashboards for quick insights into program performance.
Chronic Care Management
Chronic care management is a comprehensive approach to healthcare designed to support individuals living with multiple chronic conditions. It goes beyond episodic care, focusing instead on ongoing, proactive support to help patients manage their health effectively, improve their quality of life, and reduce the need for acute care interventions chronic care management typically include:
- Personalized Care Plans: Developing individualized care plans that address the unique needs, goals, and preferences of each patient. These plans often incorporate medical, social, and behavioral health aspects.
- Regular Monitoring and Assessment: Consistent monitoring of the patient’s health status, symptoms, and medication adherence. This may involve remote monitoring technologies, regular check-ins, and scheduled appointments.
- Medication Management: Ensuring patients understand their medications, adhere to prescribed regimens, and are monitored for potential side effects or interactions.
- Care Coordination: Facilitating seamless communication and collaboration among all healthcare providers involved in the patient’s care, including primary care physicians, specialists, pharmacists, and social workers. This helps prevent fragmented care and ensures a holistic approach.
- Patient Education and Self-Management Support: Empowering patients with the knowledge and skills to actively participate in managing their conditions. This includes education on lifestyle modifications, symptom recognition, and coping strategies.
- Behavioral Health Integration: Addressing the psychological and emotional aspects of living with chronic illness, often integrating mental health services into the overall care plan.
- Preventive Services: Emphasizing preventive care measures to reduce the risk of complications and further health deterioration.
- Access to Resources: Connecting patients with community resources, support groups, and other services that can enhance their well-being.
- Regular Communication: Maintaining consistent communication with patients and their caregivers to provide support, address concerns, and reinforce health goals.
