Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Primary Care Provider in Central Virginia
Central Virginia Health Services has been dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality primary healthcare since 1970. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we operate under strict clinical, financial, and administrative standards while maintaining patient-centered governance with 51% of our board comprising patient representatives. Our multidisciplinary team delivers comprehensive medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and diagnostic services across multiple locations, prioritizing care for underserved populations. With over 45,000 patients served annually and integrated telehealth capabilities, we combine decades of experience with modern healthcare solutions. Our values of integrity, professionalism, and compassion guide every interaction, ensuring culturally sensitive care that addresses both immediate needs and long-term wellness.We maintain transparent financial policies for uninsured patients and collaborate with community partners to expand healthcare access. Our 2024 statistics demonstrate our capacity to deliver 177,528 visits annually while maintaining rigorous quality benchmarks. Through continuous process improvement and staff development, we ensure our providers remain at the forefront of primary care advancements. Our commitment to whole-person care extends beyond clinical treatment to include preventive education and community health initiatives focused on chronic disease management and early intervention.
Services
Medical Services
Dental Services
Pharmacy Services
Behavioral Health
Telehealth Visits
Addiction Treatment
Preventive Care
X-Ray Services
Pharmacy Assistance
Community Education
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer patient-governed healthcare with 51% board representation from our patient community
- Our providers deliver integrated care across medical, dental, and behavioral health disciplines
- We maintain transparent sliding-scale fees for uninsured patients based on income verification
- Our telehealth platform enables remote consultations while maintaining clinical quality standards
- Our 2024 statistics demonstrate capacity to serve 45,000+ patients annually with 177,528 visits
What people say
Good and friendly staff
Exceptional provider communication
Affordable care options
Caring and attentive staff
Successful preventive care
Services
Medical Services
Our medical services provide comprehensive family practice care including preventive screenings, chronic disease management, and acute care treatment. Board-certified providers deliver personalized care for patients of all ages through regular check-ups and specialized health programs. Our integrated approach ensures coordinated treatment plans that address both immediate medical needs and long-term wellness goals.
Dental Services
We offer general dentistry services covering routine cleanings, restorative treatments, and limited cosmetic procedures. Our dental team emphasizes preventive care education while providing accessible treatment options for patients with varying financial circumstances through our sliding fee scale program.
Behavioral Health
Our licensed behavioral health specialists provide individual, family, and group therapy sessions addressing mood disorders, anxiety, and adjustment challenges. Services integrate with primary care to ensure holistic treatment approaches that consider both mental and physical health factors in patient wellness.
Telehealth Visits
Telehealth appointments enable remote consultations through secure video conferencing technology. This service maintains clinical quality standards while improving access for patients with transportation challenges or mobility limitations, ensuring continuity of care from home environments.
Pharmacy Services
On-site pharmacies provide convenient access to commonly prescribed medications with additional support through pharmaceutical assistance programs. Our pharmacy team works closely with providers to ensure medication regimens align with treatment plans while offering mail-order options for patient convenience.
People
Paula Tomko
Chief Executive Officer
Paula Tomko leads CVHS strategic operations with over 25 years of healthcare administration experience. She oversees organizational growth while maintaining our community-focused mission and federal compliance standards.
Dr. Andrew Walker
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Andrew Walker directs clinical operations with board certification in family medicine. He maintains active patient care while implementing quality improvement initiatives across all medical service locations.
David Christian
Pharmacy Director
David Christian manages pharmacy services with expertise in medication safety and access programs. He coordinates pharmaceutical assistance initiatives while ensuring optimal medication management for patient populations.
Melba Bryant
Dental Director
Dr. Melba Bryant oversees dental operations with specialization in community dental health. She develops preventive care programs while maintaining clinical quality standards across all dental service locations.
Heather Stone
Behavioral Health Director
Dr. Heather Stone leads behavioral health services with expertise in integrated mental health treatment. She develops evidence-based therapy programs while supervising clinical staff across multiple service locations.
Questions
How do I become a patient at CVHS?
Visit our website to find the nearest location and contact the center directly to schedule your first appointment. We accept new patients of all ages.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, we provide virtual consultations through secure video conferencing technology for patients who prefer remote appointments.
What services are available at CVHS?
We offer medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and telehealth services with location-specific variations. Check individual center pages for specific offerings.
How are prices determined for uninsured patients?
We use a sliding fee scale based on income verification to determine costs for uninsured patients, ensuring affordable access to care.
Are specialty services available?
Our primary care providers coordinate with community specialists for referrals while offering integrated services including medication-assisted treatment programs.
How can I pay my bill?
Payment options include online payments through our patient portal, in-person payments at service locations, and payment plan arrangements.
Reviews (4)
Carleen Painter
Mar 06, 2022
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I totally agree. Dr. Yoder was wonderful on the medical side. Then when I went to the dental the staff was wonderful. The doctor was very heartless and inpatiet I could feel the pain also. and I was crying and he got aggravated with me. No sympathy what so ever. I was still crying went to my car and sat in the parking lot and cried Because the way I was treated
Samy Boynton
Jan 06, 2022
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Doesn't seem interested and just makes excuses to put people off and not help those who really need help. Was referred here by the Moss Clinic for help, and then they said they couldn't help me.
Monica May
Dec 14, 2021
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I read all the reviews before I came and I thought, it can't be THAT bad.it is. So, it was my first time at CVHS and I was at the entrance where the dental office is and the door was locked. I kept calling the front desk and when someone answered the phone they would talk and in mid sentence hang up, this happened FOUR times. I eventually discovered the correct entrance and there was a line in the hallway out the door-I really wished they had a calling system because the line was long and people were very sick and possibly exposing others in line that weren't sick, it seemed like a very inefficient and unsafe way to check-in people. I ran the hell out of there!
Kenya Robinson
Jul 25, 2021
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Worst. Don't go here ever. Called for follow up visits after being discharge from the hospital and it took them a week to call back to tell me one wasn't necessary. If I'm a patient asking to be seen, you don't tell me it's not necessary. Front desk staff is the worst. If they actually answer the phone they don't know what they're talking about. And forget about the billing. While different issue. If not for my actual NP wouldve stopped going there long ago. Never go to this pace.
