by Dr. Pat Lee Central Health President & CEO As Central Health marks its 20th anniversary, we stand at a pivotal moment in our mission to provide high-quality health care […]
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Central Health Joins Common Health Coalition
New group seeks to unite healthcare, public health partners behind tested strategies The Common Health Coalition, founded in March by five leading national healthcare organizations, has announced Central Health among […]
Public Comment
From Teresa Perez-Wisely on August 14th, 2024: Board of Managers, please support funding for the Latino and other non-English speaking eligible Central Health population Health Conference proposed by Cynthia Valadez, […]
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING ON TAX INCREASE
PROPOSED TAX RATE $0.107969 per $100 NO-NEW-REVENUE TAX RATE $0.099901 per $100 VOTER-APPROVAL TAX RATE $0.109426 per $100 The no-new-revenue tax rate is the tax rate for the 2024 […]
Public Hearing
Central Health Board of Managers Fiscal Year 2025 Proposed Budget and Tax Rate Public Hearing Wednesday, Aug. 14, 5:30 p.m. Central Health Administrative Offices 1111 East Cesar Chavez St. • […]
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON TAX INCREASE
PROPOSED TAX RATE $0.107969 per $100 NO-NEW-REVENUE TAX RATE $0.099901 per $100 VOTER-APPROVAL TAX RATE $0.109426 per $100 The no-new-revenue tax rate is the tax rate for the 2024 […]
Central Health’s Latest Expansion in East Austin Will Impact Thousands
In a historic move, Central Health has opened its first permanent specialty clinic at the iconic Rosewood-Zaragosa center in East Austin, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s 20-year journey […]
From Waitlists to Wellness: How Central Health is Changing Lives with New Specialty Care Services
If you’ve been following Central Health news, you know that Travis County’s hospital district has opened 14 different specialty care and diagnostic lines of service. Five more are expected to […]
Over 70 Safety-Net Clinics Across Travis County Recognized for Unwavering Commitment to LGBTQIA+ Inclusivity
By: Public Health and Policy Specialist, Arianna R. Gomez, MPH and Vivent Health Senior Director of Philanthropy and Community Engagement, Brandon Wollerson We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone […]
Central Health Transforms Patient Care with Launch of 14 New Specialty Services
Pat Lee, MD President & CEO I am thrilled to announce a major milestone for Central Health. As of today, we are proud to offer our patients 14 diverse specialty […]
Under New Leadership, Central Health Picks Up the Pace of Healthcare Transformation
Hospital district marks major milestones during Dr. Pat Lee’s first months at the helm When Dr. Patrick Lee became president and CEO of Travis County’s hospital district in early 2024, […]
Compassionate Support Every Step of the Way
It’s a sad reality that many members of our Medical Access Program (MAP) have severe or even incurable illnesses. Over the past couple of years, Central Health has worked to […]
Central Health invita a dar su opinión sobre la propuesta de presupuesto de $880.3 millones
El plan de gastos cierra las disparidades en salud y mejora la atención para los residentes más vulnerables del condado de Travis AUSTIN – Para los legisladores y los observadores […]
Central Health Invites Feedback on $880.3 Million Budget Proposal
Spending plan closes health disparities and improves care for Travis County’s most vulnerable residents AUSTIN – For policymakers and news watchers in Central Texas, summer is budget season, and it’s […]
Building Trust and Health Equity One Brick at a Time: My First 100 Days as President & CEO of Central Health
By Dr. Pat Lee, President & CEO As I reflect on my first 100 days as President & CEO of Central Health, one word comes to mind: trust. In a […]
Nurturing Your Mind: Recognize and Address Mental Health Challenges
Mental health conditions are common, manageable, and treatable. In a recent discussion with Behavioral Health Manager Catherina Conte, LCSW-S, we explored the prevalence of mental health issues and emphasized the […]
Central Health Publica el Informe Anual 2023
El distrito hospitalario continúa expandiendo servicios para los residentes de bajos ingresos del condado de Travis (Austin) – Central Health, el distrito hospitalario del condado de Travis, ha publicado su […]
Central Health’s Commitment To Quality Whole-Person Care For All Won’t Be Disrupted By Lawsuit, Leaders Say
Judge rules for hospital district in suit over Dell Medical School funding AUSTIN – On Tuesday, May 21, District Judge Amy Clark Meachum ruled in favor of Central Health, Travis […]
Central Health, CommUnityCare, Sendero Launch New Brands for System
Central Health, CommUnityCare Health Centers, and Sendero Health Plans – collectively known as the Central Health system – unveiled their unified brands, as the Travis County hospital district celebrates its […]
Central Health Hosts Community Conversation for Members of the Public
(AUSTIN) — Central Health is inviting the public to have a conversation about how we’re helping more people get the healthcare they need. Central Health is hosting the first of […]
Central Health Releases 2023 Annual Report
Hospital district continues to expand services for Travis County residents with low income (Austin) – Central Health, Travis County’s hospital district, has published its Fiscal Year 2023 Annual Report, which […]
20 YEARS AGO: Voters Create the Travis County Hospital District
Events in 2024 show two decades of progress by today’s Central Health system (AUSTIN) – Twenty years ago, on May 15, 2004, voters approved the creation of a Travis County […]
Central Health Community Survey
Dear Central Health Community, Travis County chose Mazars USA LLP to look at how Central Health runs the Medical Access Program (MAP). Mazars has been looking into how Central Health’s […]
Learn About Podiatry – Caring for your Feet
A podiatrist is a specialist who focuses on the foot and ankle primarily but may even address some soft tissue aspects of the lower leg as well. Patients naturally […]
Central Health Celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
By President & CEO Dr. Pat Lee As we observe Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we not only commit to provide equitable healthcare for all in Travis […]
New Community Health Champions Learn About their Rights to Access Healthcare
Over the last eight years, Central Health’s Community Health Champions program has graduated more than 360 dedicated, engaged advocates for health resources and equity in Central Texas. Many are community […]
Central Health Welcomes New Board Manager
(Austin) – The Austin City Council appointed Eliza May to the Central Health Board of Managers, replacing outgoing member and chair Dr. Charles Bell. The City Council appointed May on […]
Central Health Receives Distinguished Budget Presentation Award
GFOA Again Recognizes Central Health for Distinguished Budget Presentation (Austin) — Central Health is proud to announce it has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its fiscal year 2024 […]
A Medical Home, Even on the Street
Central Health grows and stretches out to address homelessness Central Health, Travis County’s hospital district, is making healthcare better for all in this community, especially those who need it most. […]
Thriving Together: Two Decades of Transforming Healthcare in Travis County
On May 15, 2004, Travis County voters made a commitment to care for the health and well-being of everyone in our community, regardless of income. As Central Health marks its […]
Fresh for Less Mobile Market
Mobile Markets: tasty, healthy, close by. Farmshare Austin’s Fresh for Less Mobile Markets bring locally grown produce and other healthy grocery items at reduced prices to you. They accept Lone […]
Healthy Chef Cooking Class – English
This is six week program to improve your health in a fun way. Learn new healthy recipes in these classes which are led by CommUnityCare’s Registered Dietitians in English. Space […]
Goodbites: Mes de la Historia Afroamericana
Celebrando la Historia Afroamericana a través de la comida: Acelgas con pavo ahumado en lugar de cerdo y un saludable pan de maíz casero. Febrero es el Mes de la […]
Goodbites: Black History Month
Celebrating Black/African American History through food – Greens with smoked turkey instead of pork and a healthy homemade corn bread. February is Black History Month and Heart Month. Did you […]
Central Health Receives Clean Financial Audit
Central Health, Travis County’s publicly funded hospital district, has received a clean audit for its fiscal year 2023 financial statements. Maxwell Locke & Ritter, an independent, Austin-based audit firm, issued […]
Black History Month
Honoring Black History Month Message: Manager Shannon Jones. Over the years, Central Health and other public health agencies have embarked on numerous initiatives to uplift and empower the African American […]
Help Us Improve Your Healthcare Experience – Join Our Website Study Today
Are you sick of websites that are hard to use? Join our upcoming website study to help us design a better site for you. We want to meet with members […]
Closing Healthcare Gaps, One Case At a Time
Central Health Opens New Capital Plaza Specialty Clinic (Austin) – Patients with low income and challenging health conditions like emphysema, sleep apnea, or generalized infections now have a new, convenient […]
Central Health nombra al Dr. Patrick Lee su nuevo presidente y gerente general
El nuevo líder del distrito hospitalario comenzará el 29 de enero de 2024 Austin – Centra Health anunció el lunes 18 de diciembre de 2023 que Patrick Lee, MD, médico […]
Central Health Names Dr. Patrick Lee Its New President & CEO
Hospital district’s new leader to begin work Jan. 29, 2024 MEDIA AVAILABILITY: Dr. Lee will participate in a virtual news conference with local media on Thursday, Dec. 20, at 10 […]
Ann Kitchen Elected Chairperson of the Central Health Board of Managers
Dr. Cynthia Brinson, Maram Museitif DRPH, MPH, CPH re-elected as vice chair and treasurer; Dr. Manuel Martin named board secretary (Austin) – At its meeting on December 13, the Central […]
President & CEO Finalist Dr. Patrick Lee
Dr. Patrick Lee was honored to serve as the inaugural System Chairman of Medicine for One Brooklyn Health (OBH), a new safety net health system in Central Brooklyn serving over […]
Central Health Reminds Travis County Residents to Enroll in Health Coverage
AUSTIN – Central Health, Travis County’s hospital district, once again reminds residents to take advantage of free local assistance to get health insurance for 2024. Open enrollment in the Affordable […]
Hornsby Bend Health & Wellness Center Grand Opening and Community Celebration
As over 200 people celebrated with food, games, and song, Central Health’s Hornsby Bend Health & Wellness Center officially opened on Saturday, October 21. Along with tasty tacos, Zumba moves, […]
Travis County Commissioners Approve Central Health’s FY 24 Budget and Tax Rate
AUSTIN – Today (Tuesday, Sept. 26) the Travis County Commissioners Court voted to approve the fiscal 2024 proposed budget for Central Health, Travis County’s hospital district. The commissioners also set […]
Central Health’s Sendero Health Plans Names Sharon Alvis as Next Chief Executive
AUSTIN – Sendero Health Plans Inc. (Sendero) announced Wednesday it has named Sharon J. Alvis as the new chief executive officer to lead the nonprofit health maintenance organization (HMO), which […]
Central Health Board Adopts Fiscal 2024 Budget
Millions in new investments as hospital district repairs safety net; Travis County commissioners to consider Sept 12 and 19 AUSTIN – The Central Health Board of Managers on Sept. 6 […]
Renovated Rosewood-Zaragosa Clinic will Help fill Gaps in Specialty Care for Medical Access Program Members
(AUSTIN) — Central Health announced it is transforming the historic Rosewood-Zaragosa health center into a new state-of-the art specialty care clinic, slated to open in fall 2023, to serve Medical […]
Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Increase 2024
The no-new-revenue tax rate is the tax rate for the 2023 tax year that will raise the same amount of property tax revenue for the Travis County Healthcare District d/b/a […]
More Services, More Healthcare for Travis County As Central Health Grows with Fiscal 2024 Budget
Upcoming Community Conversations, Public Meetings Provide Opportunities for Input AUSTIN – Central Health, Travis County’s hospital district, has released its initial proposed budget for fiscal year 2024 (FY 24), a […]
Central Health Board Adopts Healthcare Equity Action Plan
Hospital district to invest nearly $700 million to strengthen Travis County’s safety-net health system AUSTIN – On Wednesday, August 2, the Central Health Board of Managers adopted the hospital district’s […]
With Call for Search Firms, Central Health Kicks Off Community-Informed Process To Recruit Its Next President/CEO
(Austin) — Central Health, Travis County’s hospital district, has begun to seek search firms as potential partners in a community-informed process this summer and fall to recruit a successor for […]
Central Health Says it Won’t be Distracted by Ascension’s Latest Legal Maneuvers
(Tuesday) On Tuesday, May 2, 2023 Central Health received from Ascension Texas (formerly known as Seton Healthcare Family) a notice of Governance and Funding Deadlock under the terms of the […]
Central Health’s Annual Report Details in Patients, Providers and Services in 2022
(Austin) — Central Health, Travis County’s hospital district, delivered its latest annual report on Wednesday, May 13, detailing how it increased the number of patients served by 4% in 2022 […]
Outdoor Activities Update
We’re happy to let you know that designs for outdoor community spaces at the future Hornsby Bend Health & Wellness Center have been finalized and approved. Based on what we […]
April Update
GOOD NEWS Construction of the Central Health Hornsby Bend Health & Wellness Center is on track to finish by June and the center is still set to open this fall. We’ve come a long way since breaking ground in early 2022. The […]
Bad to the Bone! Are you at risk for Vitamin D and Calcium Deficiency?
Vitamin D deficiency is one of the most common deficiencies worldwide and in the United States. Approximately 1 billion people worldwide are Vitamin D deficient, while about 50% of the […]
Update: April, 2023
A lot is happening at the Del Valle Health & Wellness Center. The foundation has been poured and construction crews have begun building the framing. Central Health staff are currently contracting for additional services and soliciting businesses to address […]
National Kidney Month
March is National Kidney Month. Our kidneys are vital to our health to excrete wastes from the blood in the urine. Each kidney gets rid of about 1 to 1.5 […]
Three Habits to Reduce Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer
March is National Colorectal Month and its time to get comfortable talking about the number 1 problem associated with number 2! Let’s face it-No one likes to talk about excretion […]
Central Health’s Newly Released Demographic Report Highlights Critical Healthcare Needs in Travis County
Study shows 75% of Travis County families in poverty live along I-35 corridor (Austin, TX) – As part of ongoing efforts to address systemic health inequities in Travis County, Central […]
Central Health’s Newly Released Demographic Report Highlights Critical Healthcare Needs in Travis County
Study shows 75% of Travis County families in poverty live along I-35 corridor (Austin, TX) – As part of ongoing efforts to address systemic health inequities in Travis County, Central […]
Central Health Sues Ascension for Failing to Live Up to its Contractual Commitments to Care for Travis County Residents with Low Income
DOWNLOAD THE LAWSUIT (Austin) – Central Health sued Ascension Texas (Ascension), formerly known as Seton Healthcare Family, Tuesday for failing to meet its contractual obligations to provide healthcare for Travis […]
Central Health Increases Funding to Cut HAAM’s Waitlist of Local Musicians Needing Health Insurance
(Austin) – The Central Health Board of Managers voted unanimously Wednesday to increase enrollment in athe Central Health and Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) partnership that will provide health […]
City, County Appoint New Members to Central Health Board of Managers
City of Austin Council Member Ann Kitchen, local physician Dr. Manuel Martin will join the Travis County Hospital District’s board in January (Austin) – Central Health will welcome two new […]
Austin-based Sendero Health Plans Announces Change in Leadership
(Austin) – The Board of Directors for Sendero Health Plans announced Monday the departure of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Wes Durskalski. Sendero also announced Perla Cavazos, Central Health Deputy Administrator, […]
Central Health’s Kuang Named Humanitarian of the Year
Travis County Medical Society Presents Physician with Honor (Austin) – Dr. Audrey Kuang, Central Health’s director of high-risk populations, was named Humanitarian of the Year last Thursday night by the […]
Don’t Let The Flu Ruin Your Holidays
Seeing family and friends is important during the holiday season, but so is making sure you and your family are safe. It’s cold and flu season, and COVID has never gone […]
Central Health Honors Service of Departing Board Members Greenberg, Zuniga
(Austin) – Central Health’s Board of Managers honored departing board members Sherri Greenberg, M.S., and Julie Zuniga, R.N., PhD, FAAN, with a resolution during Wednesday’s meeting. Manager Greenberg joined the […]
Travis County Residents Encouraged to Sign up For Health Insurance as the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) Open Enrollment Begins
(Austin) – Central Health, Travis County’s Hospital District, is urging residents to take advantage of free local assistance to enroll in health insurance for 2023. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) […]
Good Bites Offers Morsels of Food, Knowledge to Travis County Residents
(Austin) – Take one dollop of good nutrition, add a dash of smart shopping, and sprinkle in some delicious recipes. That’s the basis for “Good Bites,” Central Health’s new video […]
Central Health Urges Travis County Residents to Get Flu Shots Early
Flu Season is Expected to be Worst in Several Years (Austin) – With flu season already upon us, Central Health is urging all Travis County residents to get their flu […]
Central Health Convenes Training for Travis County Healthcare Providers to Improve Care for LGBTQIA+ Patients
(Austin) — The Central Health Equity Policy (CHEP) Council announced Monday the start of training for several Travis County health organizations to embrace the tenets of the Human Rights Campaign’s […]
Central Health’s Cavazos Wins Leadership Award
Named “Latina Elected or Appointed Official Award Winner” by HABLA (Austin) – Central Health is pleased to announce that Deputy Administrator Perla Cavazos is the recipient of the 2022 Latina […]
Travis County Commissioners Court Approves Central Health FY 2023 Tax Rate and Budget
$305m budget offers more healthcare access for Travis County Residents with low income (Austin) – The Travis County Commissioners Court voted to approve Central Health’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 budget […]
Update: September, 2022
Construction has begun on the Del Valle Health & Wellness Center. After completing the permitting process, construction began late August at the Del Valle site, 7050 Elroy Road (adjacent to […]
Construction Underway at Del Valle, Hornsby Bend Sites
New Health & Wellness Facilities Will Serve Eastern Travis County (Austin) – Construction has begun on Central Health’s new Health & Wellness Centers that will serve patients in Eastern Travis […]
Central Health Board of Managers Approves FY 2023 Budget, Tax Rate
(AUSTIN) – The Central Health Board of Managers approved its Fiscal Year 2023 budget and tax rate Wednesday night that will lower property taxes for some Travis County residents, while […]
Central Health Plans New Multispecialty Clinic in East Austin for Travis County Residents with Low Income
Renovated Rosewood-Zaragosa Clinic will help fill gaps in specialty care for Medical Access Program members (AUSTIN) — Central Health announced Wednesday it is transforming the historic Rosewood-Zaragosa health center into […]
Central Health Proposes Cutting Property Tax Rate, Increasing Services as Part of FY 2023 Budget
New Plan Calls for $85M Spending Increase in Patient Services (AUSTIN) — Central Health is proposing numerous, significant expansions to healthcare services for Travis County residents with low income in […]
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND VOTE ON TAX INCREASE
Get more information about our FY 2023 budget. PROPOSED TAX RATE $0.098684 per $100 NO-NEW-REVENUE TAX RATE $0.092372 per $100 VOTER-APPROVAL TAX RATE $0.100506 per $100 The no-new-revenue tax […]
Community Conversation About FY 2023 Budget
(AUSTIN) — Central Health is inviting the public to weigh in on its Fiscal Year 2023 budget priorities. Central Health will hold the final of three Community Conversations this week […]
Central Health to Offer Methadone Treatment for MAP Members Suffering from Substance Use Disorder
The new contracts will expand options and access to care for MAP members AUSTIN – In a continued effort to address the opioid epidemic in Central Texas, Central Health signed […]
Central Health Convenes Travis County Healthcare Providers to Improve Care for LGBTQIA+ Patients
(Austin) — Central Health Equity Policy (CHEP) Council announced Wednesday it is convening several Travis County health organizations to embrace the tenets of the Human Rights Campaign’s (HRC) Healthcare Equality […]
Update: August, 2022
Central Health recently received the site development permit from the City of Austin. While the permitting process is hard to predict and took longer than originally expected, we built a […]
Central Health to Hold Community Conversations About FY 2023 Budget
(AUSTIN) — Central Health is inviting the public to weigh in on its Fiscal Year 2023 budget priorities. Central Health will hold three Community Conversations beginning this week where Travis […]
Central Health Announces 2022 Community Health Champions Class
(Austin) — Central Health is announcing its new class of Community Health Champions for 2022. Central Health created the Community Health Champions program in 2016 to bring together diverse members […]
Central Health Prepared to Work with Travis County Commissioner’s Court on Previously Scheduled Performance Audit
(Austin) — Central Health will work with Travis County Commissioners Court to modify a planned performance review, previously recommended by the Court and scheduled for 2023. The Commissioners Court approved […]
Central Health Board of Managers Recommends Increasing Exemptions to $110,000
Decision would affect Over 65 and Disabled Travis County residents (Austin) — The Central Health Board of Managers unanimously approved a measure that recommends to the Travis County Court of […]
Central Health Invites the Community to Help Build a Better Safety-net Healthcare System
June 16 Community Conversation will provide an update on Central Health’s Healthcare Equity Plan (Austin) – Residents are invited to help shape the future of health care in Travis County, […]
Central Health Responds to Travis County’s Opioid Crisis by Expanding Access to Treatment
Travis County’s Hospital District expands Medical Assisted Treatment (MAT) program; adds Methadone providers (Austin) – Central Health, Travis County’s Hospital District, shared plans with Travis County Commissioners to increase access […]
Central Health Community Health Champions Profile: Socorro Carrasco
“I’m a longtime Austin resident so knowing that history and how it ties into health was something I was very shocked to see.” Socorro Carrasco is the Director of the […]
Central Health Community Health Champions Profile: Ricardo A. Garay
“You shouldn’t do it for an additional line on your resume, but to connect and champion those who need it the most and provide critical feedback for folks who need […]
Central Health Community Health Champions Profile: Nora de Hoyos Comstock
“Be a real advocate. Don’t just use this to put on your resume; it’s something to act on, and let’s figure out how we make health care available to everyone.” […]
Community Health Champions Recruiting Next Class of Leaders
Application Process is Open Through June 15 (Austin) — Community Health Champions, a leadership training program designed to help community leaders understand the healthcare system and needs of Travis County […]
Central Health Community Health Champions Profile: Maram Museitif
“This work, to me, is a life mission, and it’s driven by passion and interest and expertise in the field of public health.” Maram Museitif is a public health and […]
Correcting the Record: Central Health is Building a Better Healthcare System
By Dr. Charles E. Bell, Central Health Board Chair and Dr. Cynthia Brinson, Central Health Board Vice Chair Last week, an op-ed appeared in the April 22 edition of The […]
Central Health Community Health Champions Profile: Amit Motwani
“I feel like I’m a better human for having participated.” Amit Motwani was appointed to the Central Health Board of Managers by Travis County and the City of Austin in […]
Central Health Issues RFP for Community Health Initiative Fund
New Fund Will Help Address Health Inequities in Travis County (Austin) — Central Health is seeking Requests for Proposal (RFP) for its new program, the Community Health Initiative Fund. The […]
Central Health Served 147,186 Residents in FY 2021; A 6% Year-Over-Year Increase
Newly released annual report highlights growth in patients served and provider locations for Travis County Hospital District (Austin) — Central Health’s newly released Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 annual report highlights […]