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Closed Labor Day

Our Offices will be closed Monday, September 4, 2023 in observance of Labor Day.

CSC Community Pharmacy in Dillon NOW OPEN!

CareSouth Carolina has officially opened a full-service CSC Community Pharmacy in the Dillon medical office (1016 Old Latta Highway Dillon, SC 29536).

CareSouth Carolina Honors William Feagin of SCPHCA with Community Partnership Award

CareSouth Carolina proudly presented William Feagin, Director of Revenue Maximization at the South Carolina Primary Healthcare Association (SCPHCA), with the Community Partnership Award.

Community Wellness Event - Dillon Wellness Center - September 30

CareSouth Carolina will be hosting a Community Health Fair at the Dillon Wellness Center on Saturday, September 30, 2023 from 10am to 12:30pm. **FREE Crockpots and Gun locks to the first 150 participants!** There will also be FREE: Food - Health Screenings - Health & Wellness Services - and more!!! Join us for a fun morning!

CareSouth Carolina announces New School-Based Counselor in Chesterfield County

CareSouth Carolina is pleased to announce the addition of Cynthia Griffin, a licensed professional counselor, to its school-based counseling team. With her extensive experience in counseling and dedication to improving the well-being of children and families, Cynthia brings a wealth of expertise to the community.

Hundreds Receive Needed School Supplies at CareSouth Carolina’s Back to School Drive-Thru Event

Hundreds came out to support local students and families at the Back to School Drive-Thru event hosted by CareSouth Carolina at the Dillon Wellness Center on Saturday morning.

CareSouth Carolina to Celebrate Community Health Center Week

CareSouth Carolina is proud to join the nationwide celebration of National Community Health Center Week. This annual event, which takes place from August 6 through August 12, recognizes the critical role that community health centers play in providing accessible and affordable healthcare to underserved populations across the country.

Don't Risk A Gap In Your Medicaid! We can help with Renewing!

DON'T RISK A GAP IN YOUR MEDICAID OR CHIP COVERAGE! Medicaid will be doing eligibility reviews. Don't risk a gap in your Medicaid or CHIP coverage! If you need help renewing your Medicaid, please contact 866-498-0399. Make sure your information is correct by going to the following link: https://tools.apply.scdhhs.gov/quick-tools/changeofaddress

CareSouth Carolina Recognized Nationally With Prestigious Award

CareSouth Carolina has been recognized as a Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP) Champion for their outstanding commitment, achievements, and innovations in addressing substance use disorder. This prestigious award, presented by the Federal Office of Rural Health Policy, acknowledges CareSouth Carolina's dedication to combating the opioid crisis through the Rural Communities Opioid Response Program.

CareSouth Carolina Offices Closed Wednesday, July 19 from 12PM to 2PM for Site Meeting

All CareSouth Carolina Offices will be closed Wednesday, July 19 from 12PM to 2PM for Site Meeting.

CareSouth Carolina to Host Back to School Drive-Thru on July 29

CareSouth Carolina is excited to host its upcoming Back to School Drive-Thru event, aimed at supporting local students and families in preparation for the new school year. The event will take place on Saturday, July 29 beginning at 10:00 a.m. and running while supplies last at the Dillon Wellness Center located at 1647 Commerce Drive, Dillon, SC 29536.

Full-Service CSC Community Pharmacy set to open later this summer in Dillon

In a move that is set to greatly benefit patients in the community, CareSouth Carolina (CSC) will soon be opening a new pharmacy at its Dillon medical office (1016 Old Latta Highway Dillon, SC 29536).

Ann Lewis, CEO of CareSouth Carolina Joins Taking the Pulse Podcast to Talk About FQHCs Role in the

GO CHECK IT OUT AND WATCH! TAKING THE PULSE PODCAST Hosts Heather and Matthew welcomed Ann Lewis, the CEO of CareSouth, a Federally Qualified Health Center that provides vital health care services to the Pee Dee region in South Carolina. They had an insightful conversation about the varied organizations and entities that work with FQHCs and how these systems collaborate to bring health care to underserved populations!

CareSouth Carolina’s Lee County Food Pantry in Urgent Need of Volunteers

CareSouth Carolina is reaching out to community individuals who are willing to make a difference by addressing food insecurity in the Lee County area. The CSC Resource Center and Food Pantry is in need of volunteers to help with various tasks including bagging food, sorting donations, loading food for clients, and assisting with client intakes.

NPR Article - People living in ‘Diabetes Belt’ Plagued with Medical Debt

A great article on those living with a Chronic Condition and the financial strain that can come with a chronic condition. About half-way down the article, our very own provider Pat Weaver, APNP-BC, was interviewed by NPR and highlights the difference Pat Weaver is making in her patients' lives and also what CareSouth Carolina is doing to help lighten the burden of those living with a chronic condition. Pat Weaver, APNP-BC sees patients in our Bennettsville office. A shout out to NPR for covering Chronic Conditions and Medical Debt. #caresouthcarolina #welcomehometobetterhealth

CareSouth Carolina's Community Partner Wins 2023 Director's Award

CareSouth Carolina extends warm congratulations to its community partner, the South Carolina Department of Health & Environmental Control (SC-DHEC), for receiving the prestigious 2023 Director's Cup.

Closed for Juneteenth Freedom Day on Monday, June 19, 2023

All CareSouth Carolina offices will be closed on Monday, June 19th in celebration of Junteenth Freedom Day! #caresouthcarolina #welcomehometobetterhealth

CareSouth Carolina Included in Commonwealth Fund Article "Community Health Centers Seek to Prepare..

CareSouth Carolina Included in Commonwealth Fund Article "Community Health Centers Seek to Prepare Medicaid Beneficiaries, and Themselves, for the Risks Ahead"

Bishopville CSC Community Pharmacy now offering FREE prescription delivery

CSC Community Pharmacy is thrilled to announce the launch of its brand-new Medication Delivery Program in Bishopville, offering free at-home delivery of prescriptions to patients.

Emily Caskey, PharmD Named April 2023 Employee of the Month

Congratulations to CSC Community Pharmacy's Emily Caskey, PharmD being named our April 2023 Employee of the Month. Emily has been employed with CareSouth Carolina since August of 2021. She is our Pharmacist in Charge in our Chesterfield location. During a recent situation, Emily’s strong leadership skills and determination allowed her to reposition her staff in way that the patients would still have access to their meds in the mist of chaos. Emily, you did an AMAZING JOB!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!

Portion sizes have risen: A Few Tips to Help Your Family Thrive

Over the past two decades, portion sizes have undergone a significant transformation, and this shift has been closely linked to the rising rates of obesity. The evolution of portion sizes reflects changing societal norms, consumer preferences, and the practices of the food industry. Comparing portion sizes from 20 years ago to those of today reveals a stark contrast that has contributed to the obesity epidemic.

CareSouth Carolina's Jeri Andrews, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, presents at IHI Spring Alliance

CareSouth Carolina Associate Medical Director Jeri Andrews, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, was invited to present at IHI (Institute for Healthcare Improvement) Leadership Alliance Spring Meeting this week.

SUMMER DENTAL DAYS - HARTSVILLE

CareSouth Carolina will be hosting SUMMER DENTAL DAYS from May 30 to June 19, 2023 in the Dental Mobile Unit at our Hartsville Office. To make an appointment, please call 866-815-9845. #caresouthcarolina #welcomehometobetterhealth

SUMMER DENTAL DAYS - MCCOLL

CareSouth Carolina will be hosting SUMMER DENTAL DAYS from May 30 to JuLY 31, 2023 in our McColl Office. To make an appointment, please call 866-815-9845. #caresouthcarolina #welcomehometobetterhealth

CareSouth Carolina offering COVID Bivalent Vaccines for individuals aged 6 months and older

CareSouth Carolina is currently offering COVID Bivalent vaccinations for individuals aged 6 months and older. This vaccine is replacing the mRNA (original) COVID vaccine. Whether you received or DID NOT receive the original COVID vaccines, you are eligible for the Bivalent vaccine.

May Is Mental Health Awareness Month: Mental Health Matters

May is a special month that is recognized worldwide as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time when we focus on the importance of mental health and the role it plays in our lives.

May Is Hypertension Awareness Month

May is an important month for raising awareness about a serious health condition that affects millions of people around the world: high blood pressure. This month is recognized as Hypertension Awareness Month, a time for education, advocacy, and action to help prevent and manage this common but often misunderstood condition.

CareSouth Carolina's McColl Health & Wellness Center: A Beacon For The Community

CareSouth Carolina’s McColl Health & Wellness Center is much more than just a medical facility for primary care.

March 2023 Employee of the Month Malorie Sellers

Please join CareSouth Carolina in Congratulating Malorie Sellers, she is our March 2023 Employee of the Month. Malorie is a LPN in our Chesterfield location and has been for a little over 1 year. Malorie is known as the “Crafty Queen” always creating an environment that will flourish in THE EMPHASIS OF TEAM WORK! Malorie continue to SHINE!! Job Well Done!!! Congratulations!!!!

CareSouth Carolina Offices Closed April 19 from 12pm to 2pm

CareSouth Carolina Offices Closed April 19 from 12pm to 2pm for a Staff Meeting.

CareSouth Carolina’s Pat Graham named recipient for the SCPHCA’s ‘Award of Excellence'

Pat Graham, the site administrator at CareSouth Carolina’s McColl Health & Wellness Center, has been awarded the South Carolina Primary Health Care Association's Award of Excellence. The award was presented to Graham at the SEA Retreat in Charleston, SC.

CSC's Tracy Hunter named the recipient of the SCPHCA’s ‘You Make the Difference' Award

Tracy Hunter, a Patient Experience Technical Advisor at CareSouth Carolina, was recently awarded the You Make the Difference Award by the South Carolina Primary Health Care Association (SCPHCA).

CSC's Daniela Martinez presented SCPHCA’s Personal and Professional Achievement Award

Daniela Martinez, CareSouth Carolina’s ROADS Administrative Coordinator, was recently honored by the South Carolina Primary Health Care Association as the Personal and Professional Achievement recipient at the SEA Retreat held in Charleston, SC.

Hartsville Saturday Clinic Closed April 8th

Hartsville Saturday Clinic will be closed on Saturday, April 8th for Spring Break.

CareSouth Carolina welcomes Amy Snyder, FNP-C, to Hartsville office

CareSouth Carolina welcomes Amy Snyder, FNP-C, as the newest provider at its CSC Hartsville Medical office.

CareSouth Carolina welcomes Zita Andreksi, APRN, FNP-C, to Hartsville Pediatrics Office

CareSouth Carolina welcomes Zita Andreksi, FNP-C, as the newest pediatric provider at its CSC Hartsville Medical office.

All CareSouth Carolina Offices Closed on Friday, April 7

All CareSouth Carolina offices will be closed on Friday, April 7th in observance of Spring Break.

Check out our latest Bivalent Booster Commercial

Check out our latest Bivalent Booster commercial. CareSouth Carolina encourages you to receive you Bivalent Booster shot that will protect you against all Omicrons Variants. To get an updated Booster, please call 843-309-8301.

February 2023 Employee of the Month - Katlynn Liles

Congratulations to Katlynn Liles, CareSouth Carolina's February 2023 Employee of the Month! Katlynn has been employed with CSC for 6 years in the position of LPN. As a LPN floater, she has been recognized as a true team player who does not mind jumping in to help. This type of attitude has truly been recognized amongst her peers, co-workers and patients. Congratulations Katelynn on a job well done!!!!

CareSouth Carolina’s Healthy Kids Project created to advocate for the community

CareSouth Carolina’s Community Outreach Team is working hard to ensure that community members are properly re-enrolled and enroll in Medicaid. One of these ways is through the Healthy Kids Project initiative.

January 2023 Employee of the Month

Everybody please join us in congratulating Denicha Fedd CareSouth Carolina's January 2023 Employee to Month.

CareSouth Carolina reaches historic patient compliance goals in 2022

CareSouth Carolina saw breakthrough in patient compliance during 2022, reaching historical measures on its Quality Corporate Scorecoard.

Don't Risk A Gap in your Medicaid

DID YOU KNOW..... Medicaid will be doing eligibility reviews. Don't risk a gap in your Medicaid or CHIP coverage! If you need help renewing your Medicaid, please contact 866-498-0399.

CareSouth Carolina's Marek Calhoun named SCCHWA Board Chair

CareSouth Carolina’s Marek Calhoun was recently nominated to become the board chairman for The South Carolina Community Health Worker Association (SCCHWA).

Medicaid is restarting Eligibility reviews. CareSouth Carolina is here to help

CareSouth Carolina’s Family Support Services and Community Outreach Team is ready to assist in helping with Medicaid re-enrollment.

CareSouth Carolina's Dr. Ken Moyd celebrates retirement after more than 30 years of service

Longtime CareSouth Carolina Provider Dr. Ken Moyd is set to retire after more than 30 years of service in his community.

CareSouth Carolina, through CareFusion, offers world-class IV Therapy Program

CareSouth Carolina offers a convenient and world-class IV Therapy program, titled CareFusion, at its’ Hartsville office.

CareSouth Carolina’s Saturday Clinic open to serve the community

Because it can be difficult to be seen by a provider on the weekend, CareSouth Carolina is offering Saturday hours and walk-ins are welcome.

CareFIRST Carolina, CareSouth Carolina give $25,000 in support to FMU in honor of Archie Tim Brown

The CareFIRST Carolina Foundation and CareSouth Carolina presented Francis Marion University (FMU) with the first of many annual support gifts, a total of $25,000, through the Archie TIM Brown Master of Science in Nursing — Family Nurse Practitioner Scholarship.

Tim Brown Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser raises $15,000

The CareFirst Carolina Foundation, in partnership with CareSouth Carolina (CSC) and Francis Marion University (FMU), hosted a fundraising event January 12, that raised $15,000. That money will go toward providing two $1,000 scholarships to students earning a bachelor of science in nursing degree annually, and one full tuition scholarship, approximately $38,000, will be given to a student enrolled in the master of science in nursing-family nurse practitioner program at the University.

COVID Vaccines Available to Established CareSouth Carolina Patients

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