The Gloucester Mathews Care Clinic was recognized on Nov. 15, at an event in Richmond for its role in providing more than 2,400 patients with free prescription medication to support the improved health of their patients.
GMCC is able to provide low-income, uninsured patients with medication to treat a variety of chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension because of the connection with the statewide nonprofit, Rx Partnership. For almost 20 years, GMCC has worked with Rx Partnership to ensure that patients have the critical medication needed to maintain and improve their health, without having to worry about the cost of medication.
“The staff and volunteers at Virginia clinics that serve the uninsured provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients who struggle to afford basic needs—and would likely not see a physician or fill their prescriptions if the clinic wasn’t there for them.” said Amy Yarcich, Executive Director of Rx Partnership. “The clinics serve as an essential safety net for vulnerable patients.”
“The support that Rx Partnership provides to our clinic saves our patients thousands of dollars in medication and results in patients being able to take medication as directed—they can see real improvement in their health because of Rx Partnership,” said Rick Allen, RPh, Lead Pharmacist at GMCC. “We’re proud of our work with Rx Partnership, especially over the past year during the Medicaid unwinding that is happening, to help patients despite their challenges with insurance coverage.”
GMCC received its certificate of recognition from Rx Partnership during the Virginia Association of Free and Charitable Clinics’ conference in Richmond.
Since 1998, GMCC has provided access to quality, health care for the uninsured as well as Medicaid patients in Gloucester, Mathews, and surrounding areas. Medical, dental, and behavioral health services are available to qualifying patients.
For more information about the important services provided by GMCC, or how to receive medication assistance, visit gmcareclinic.com.