In 1963, Blue Ridge Health was founded by a compassionate nurse with the vision to eliminate health disparities among our region's most vulnerable populations. Today, Blue Ridge Health is a patient-centered medical home for anyone in the western North Carolina communities, delivering high-quality healthcare for more than 40,000 individuals annually.Blue Ridge Health is uniquely prepared to serve all of our communities. With health center locations in eight counties and thirteen School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs), we provide healthcare services with the patient in mind.
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More than 50 years ago, The Migrant Health Center was started by Claire Heyden Burson, a Public Health nurse who had moved to Hendersonville after spending time working in the Caribbean. She and her colleagues and friends worked together to staff the early center. It was a time when farmworker rights were being noticed.
As you provide compassionate care on the frontlines of the unprecedented crisis currently facing Western North Carolina, we want to be sure you have access to the care you need. Blue Ridge Health is pleased to be able to offer convenient and affordable virtual behavioral healthcare services. In times of instability and increased stress, therapy can provide a healthy outlet for heightened emotions and help you process feelings that can often be overwhelming.While Blue Ridge Health has been offering counseling to our communities for decades, in recent years our behavioral health department has grown to include over 25 therapists.
Blue Ridge Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), a non-profit, community-based health organization. FQHC's provide comprehensive primary care, dental, and mental health services to patients within their area of service. A part of FQHC guidelines requires Blue Ridge Health to have a Board of Directors comprised of at least 51% patient board members.
Reviews (7)
Apolonia Angeles
Apr 24, 2022
Had me waiting for over 40 minutes and after seeing other patients had been called on by nurses but I kept on waiting, I went to ask why the wait was so long. Come to fine out the doctor had not showed up, mind you the front desk people had been told who I was there to see. This isn't the first time they waste my time and when requesting the change of doctor, they said I'd HAVE to call to make the request and that it wasn't guaranteed. Wow! Do not recommend!
Mindy Messer
Apr 09, 2022
Barbara B.
Apr 08, 2022
Excellent medical office! Very caring Doctors, Nurses, Specialists and all Staff. The front desk and billing staff are exceptional, they walk you through whatever you need, explain everything well and are very professional and so friendly, you feel at ease here. Everyone here at Blue Ridge Health takes good care of you and should get a Pat on the back for jobs well done.
They take the time that is needed with their patients, thus you may have a wait time. I'd rather have my Doctor and nurses take the time needed with me and not rush through my exams or what problem I am experiencing. They take time to listen to their patients. I get it that our appointments run late and your doctor may not get to see you on time. I get it that it's frustrating for us but it also frustrating for them because someone gets upset with them. it is because they are taking care of a patient that was before you who maybe needed a little more help than was anticipated.
Many patients come in for one thing and add on more after they get into the room, or an emergency comes up. The Doctors and nurses do the best that they can. I do not want to feel that I'm on timer and don't want anyone to rush through seeing me and my medical needs to play catch up else where. Doctors and nurses do not t want to be in a timer either, Blue Ridge Health does not do that and it is so appreciated!
They take the time needed to take care of YOU and listen to YOU. Remember that. I appreciate Blue Ridge Health and everyone who works there. The lab staff are also amazing and so kind. I love my Doctor and the PA. It's nice being able to have faith with your medical office. They all do it right from start to finish. I couldn't be any happier. Highly recommend both offices Blue Ridge Health.
They take the time that is needed with their patients, thus you may have a wait time. I'd rather have my Doctor and nurses take the time needed with me and not rush through my exams or what problem I am experiencing. They take time to listen to their patients. I get it that our appointments run late and your doctor may not get to see you on time. I get it that it's frustrating for us but it also frustrating for them because someone gets upset with them. it is because they are taking care of a patient that was before you who maybe needed a little more help than was anticipated.
Many patients come in for one thing and add on more after they get into the room, or an emergency comes up. The Doctors and nurses do the best that they can. I do not want to feel that I'm on timer and don't want anyone to rush through seeing me and my medical needs to play catch up else where. Doctors and nurses do not t want to be in a timer either, Blue Ridge Health does not do that and it is so appreciated!
They take the time needed to take care of YOU and listen to YOU. Remember that. I appreciate Blue Ridge Health and everyone who works there. The lab staff are also amazing and so kind. I love my Doctor and the PA. It's nice being able to have faith with your medical office. They all do it right from start to finish. I couldn't be any happier. Highly recommend both offices Blue Ridge Health.
R. & K. Jones
Feb 16, 2022
Had a scheduled 10 am appointment today and after 40 minutes of waiting they finally called me up to the window to say that the doctor wasn't even there. Why didn't they know this when I checked in. They had been sending me reminders all week about my appointment so I wouldn't be late. Then the next appointment isn't for another 4 weeks. They obviously don't have proper systems to keep it straight. Also to add to this two of the staff members were goofing off and pushing each other's chairs around scooting across the floor because they obviously had nothing to do.
Todd Klopfer
Aug 19, 2021
I am making this review after seeing a number of negative reviews. This is not my experience. I find the staff to be very professional and competent. I was diagnosed with a rare inflammatory skin disorder that is often missed by even dermatologists. The average time from symptoms to diagnosis is 7 years. The nurse practitioner that diagnosed me did so after 2 visits.
This past year and half has been very stressful for frontline medical teams. Some of the complaints listed here I don't think are taking into account the hurdles this clinic has had to jump to keep patients and staff safe. They have done an exceptional job.
This past year and half has been very stressful for frontline medical teams. Some of the complaints listed here I don't think are taking into account the hurdles this clinic has had to jump to keep patients and staff safe. They have done an exceptional job.
Unreliablebeauty
Aug 05, 2021
DONT GO HERE! I'd leave 0 stars if I could. I have a high risk pregnancy and have had miscarriages in the past. I brought up my concerns for being high risk when I confirmed this pregnancy and was told there was nothing that could be done for me and my appointment was scheduled for 4 weeks out. I called and asked if I could have blood work done to check my levels and for potential thyroid problems and was told NO and hung up on.
I've transferred my care to another provider in Asheville and they were appalled by how I was treated especially being a high risk pregnancy. Don't go here, they don't care and are blatantly denied me care that could save my pregnancy.
I've transferred my care to another provider in Asheville and they were appalled by how I was treated especially being a high risk pregnancy. Don't go here, they don't care and are blatantly denied me care that could save my pregnancy.
Chris Lira
Feb 14, 2021
They have a number of "process" issues- long hold times on the phone, not responding to emails sent through their own portal, failing to notify before sending a referral to a specialist, etc. Today I had an 11 AM appointment. Ushered in at 11:20, BP checked, and "doctor will be right in". 45 minutes later, I just got up and left. I won't be back. I will find a smaller practice that can pay better attention to its patients. Tried to give them another chance and booked an appointment. Needed to reschedule it- the doctor's next available appointment is *32 days* out. Time to find a new practice.
