LaPorte Co. approves partnership with Franciscan HEALTHeACCESS
Agreement gives county employees access to multiple healthcare services
LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. – LaPorte County officials have approved a partnership with Franciscan’s HEALTHeACCESS to give county employees and their families access to a variety of healthcare services with no out-of-pocket costs.
“As the human resources director and an employee of LaPorte County, I’m pleased that we have the ability to offer such a wonderful benefit to our employees and their dependents to help address their healthcare needs,” said LaPorte County Human Resources Director Monique Thomas. “I believe that the partnership between LaPorte County government and Franciscan HEALTHeACCESS will enhance our overall healthcare landscape to promote a healthier workplace and community. Together we can ensure that everyone has access to the care that they deserve.”
HEALTHeACCESS is leading the region in advanced primary care models with 17 clinics and more than 200 participating employers, like LaPorte County. HEALTHeACCESS is a near-site clinic program that provides a wide network of conveniently located clinics, expanded primary/urgent care access for participating employers, enhances wellness and disease management programs and provides affordable network designs with fixed monthly fees and wellness portal programs.
“We’re excited to partner with the LaPorte County government to provide employees, their spouses and dependents with convenient, high-quality care through HEALTHeACCESS,” said Tim Ross, director of employer solutions for Franciscan Health. “Our goal is to deliver exceptional access, continuity and support, whether that’s right here in La Porte or at any of our HEALTHeACCESS locations across the state.”
A new Franciscan HEALTHeACCESS office opened in July 2024 in the City of La Porte at 400 Legacy Plaza West. The HEALTHeACCESS office is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central Monday through Friday. More information is available by calling (219) 575-6055. Franciscan Health