Community Health Centers of Oklahoma

What Community Health Centers of Oklahoma does

Community Health Centers of Oklahoma (legal entity: Community Health Centers, Inc.) is a private, nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1973, operating eight clinic locations across Oklahoma County, Pottawatomie County, and surrounding rural communities including Spencer, Oklahoma City, Shawnee, Langston, and Carney. The organization delivers comprehensive primary medical, dental, mental health, pharmacy, laboratory, and enabling support services to underserved populations — uninsured and underinsured individuals, homeless persons, women and children through the WIC program, pregnant women through the Central Oklahoma Healthy Start Initiative, and adolescents through school-based clinics. Core programs include Family Health Services, Women's Health Services, Children's Health Services, Mental Health and Addiction Services (including a Buprenorphine-based MAT clinic and SBIRT screening), and the Healing Hands Healthcare for the Homeless program that has served over 2,000 homeless individuals since 1988.

The technology stack centers on Greenway Health's Intergy electronic medical record (EMR) platform integrated with an SMS patient messaging system, supplemented by a MyHealthRecord patient portal (single sign-on), Microsoft Azure AD authentication for employee access, Azara Healthcare analytics for quality reporting, and the UniteUs care coordination platform for integrating clinical care with social services. The technology is conventional third-party healthcare IT rather than proprietary; the SMS messaging and multi-site patient portal are notable for enabling continuity of care across an eight-clinic network.

The business model is a three-pillar hybrid: (1) patient service revenue on a federally required sliding fee scale based on income and family size, with no patient turned away for inability to pay; (2) federal FQHC grants under 42 U.S.C. 254b, HHS funding, and HRSA program support, with FTCA medical malpractice coverage providing structural cost protection; and (3) charitable donations through campaigns such as the annual Charity Golf Tournament (currently in its 4th year) and Greens for Grins (targeting $120,000 or 6,000 dental visits). The go-to-market motion is community-led, with patient acquisition driven by partnerships with shelters (YWCA, Salvation Army, Positive Tomorrows), schools (Millwood, Langston University, Rose State College), faith-based organizations, and local public health agencies (OCCHD, OSDH, ODMHSAS), supplemented by organic social channels (Facebook, Instagram, X) and community events (Walk With a Doc, parenting classes). Pricing for donations is unit-based ($20 per dental visit, with tiered giving levels).

Name

Community Health Centers of Oklahoma

Legal name

Community Health Centers, Inc.

Website

https://communityhealthok.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Community Health Centers of Oklahoma is a nonprofit FQHC operating eight clinics across Oklahoma County, Pottawatomie County, and rural areas, delivering medical, dental, mental health, WIC, and homeless services to uninsured, underinsured, and underserved populations on a sliding fee scale.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health Center Services

NAICS

Ambulatory Health Care Services (621), Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420), Health Care and Social Assistance (62)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Health Centers (FQHCs & Look-Alikes) (HLAFAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

School-Based Health Centers (HLAFAGAG), Community Mental Health Centers (CMHCs) & Public Behavioral Health Providers (HLAFACAI), Primary Care for Underserved Populations (e.g., migrant, homeless, refugee clinics) (HLAFAGAN), Community & Public Health Dentistry Clinics (FQHC/School-Based/Nonprofit) (HLABAAAF), Hospitals, Clinics & Charitable Healthcare Providers (BPAGACAB)

Keywords

• Community health center
• Primary care services
• Mental health treatment
• Maternal health programs
• Homeless healthcare services

Headquarters

HQ city

Oklahoma City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Patient Services Revenue: Revenue from patient services including medical, dental, and mental health care. Fees are adjusted on a sliding scale according to family size and income. No one is turned away due to inability to pay.
2. Federal FQHC Grants: Health Center Program grantee under 42 U.S.C. 254b with deemed Public Health Service employee status. Receives HHS funding and Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) coverage.
3. Donations and Fundraising: Charitable donations through campaigns such as Greens for Grins (dental) and Healing Hands Homeless Health Campaign. Target goal of $120,000 or 6,000 visits for dental campaign.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Community Health Centers of Oklahoma is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operating multiple clinic locations across Oklahoma that delivers comprehensive primary healthcare including medical, dental, mental health, pharmacy, and laboratory services. The organization serves uninsured, underinsured, and homeless populations through a sliding-fee-scale model, supported by federal Health Center Program grants and FTCA malpractice coverage. It also runs specialized programs such as the Central Oklahoma Healthy Start Initiative, WIC nutrition services, Healing Hands Healthcare for the Homeless, and a Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) program for opioid addiction.

Product overview

Community Health Centers of Oklahoma is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing comprehensive primary healthcare services through a network of clinic locations. The organization operates as a unified healthcare delivery platform offering integrated medical, dental, mental health, pharmacy, and support services. Core products include Family Health Services, Women's Health Services, Children's Health Services, Mental Health and Addiction Services, and On-Site Services (Pharmacy, Lab, Dental, Transportation). Key sub-brands and programs include the Central Oklahoma Healthy Start Initiative for maternal and infant health, the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program for nutrition support, Healing Hands Healthcare for the Homeless for underserved populations, and specialized addiction treatment programs (MAT and SBIRT). Technology-enabled services include a Patient Portal (MyHealthRecord) for digital health records access and SMS messaging for appointment notifications. The organization operates on a sliding fee scale to ensure affordable care regardless of ability to pay.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Healthy Start Initiative: A national federal program to reduce infant mortality, low birth weight babies, and perinatal disparities in Oklahoma and Pottawatomie County
• Healing Hands Health Care Services
• MAT Clinic
• Mary Mahoney Memorial Health Center

Products and services

• Family Health Services
• Women's Health Services
• Children's Health Services
• Mental Health and Addiction Services
• On-Site Services (Pharmacy, Lab, Dental, Transportation)
• Central Oklahoma Healthy Start Initiative
• Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
• Healing Hands Healthcare for the Homeless
• Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program
• Patient Portal (MyHealthRecord)

Quantifiable outcome

• Served over 16,000 medical, dental, and social service users in 2017
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

28 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and moderate.

• Oklahoma Primary Care Association (OKPCA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState association supporting community health centers in Oklahoma, providing advocacy, resources, and collaboration for FQHCs across the state.
• Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState health department providing public health resources, epidemiological support, and health programs throughout Oklahoma.
• Oklahoma Health Care AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency administering SoonerCare (Medicaid) and SoonerPlan programs, facilitating healthcare coverage for patients.
• SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFederal agency providing grants and support for SBIRT implementation and substance abuse treatment programs.
• Oklahoma City-County Health Department (OCCHD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal public health department serving Oklahoma City and county residents with health services and education.
• YWCA Oklahoma CitymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDomestic violence shelter and transitional housing provider where homeless women and children receive medical services.
• Salvation ArmymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFamily shelter services where homeless individuals access healthcare through the Healing Hands program.
• Positive TomorrowsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSchool for homeless children providing educational services with health support from CHC.
• Langston UniversitymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHistorically Black college providing nursing and health professions education, partnered for rural healthcare access.
• Rose State CollegemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRaider Care partnership providing on-campus healthcare clinic for students and surrounding community.
• Millwood Public SchoolsmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSchool-based health clinic located inside Millwood Schools MELA Building serving students and community.
• Jordan's CrossingmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIn-patient substance abuse treatment facility for mothers and children receiving healthcare services.
• Homeless AlliancemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHomeless services organization providing employment programs and support for homeless population.
• Sunbeam Family ServicesmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFamily services organization providing Early Birds parenting classes and support programs.
• VarietyCaremoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity health center partner providing additional healthcare services in the region.
• Health Alliance for the UninsuredmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization providing health resources and support for uninsured populations.
• Feed the ChildrenmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational organization providing food assistance and support for families in need.
• Direct ReliefmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit providing medical supplies and resources to healthcare organizations serving uninsured patients.
• AmericaresmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit providing medicine and medical supplies to disaster-affected and underserved areas.
• Chickasaw NationmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerNative American tribe providing community services including healthcare support.
• Guiding Right (WIC Oklahoma)moderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization assisting with WIC program enrollment and nutrition services.
• Goodwill Central OklahomamoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerMobile employment services providing job search assistance and computer access at clinic locations.
• Skyline MinistriesmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerFaith-based organization providing monthly food distribution (No Person Hungry program) at Mary Mahoney location.
• Bonnie's Helping HandsmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerDaily food pantry providing food assistance to individuals in need.
• UniteUsmoderateTechnology or IntegrationCare coordination platform connecting healthcare and community services for coordinated patient care.
• Azara HealthcaremoderateTechnology or IntegrationHealthcare data analytics and reporting platform supporting quality improvement.
• NorthCaremoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity mental health center providing behavioral health services.
• Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency providing oversight and support for mental health and substance abuse services.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Boston Health Care for the Homeless Program: Massachusetts-based nonprofit FQHC specifically dedicated to providing healthcare to homeless individuals. Directly comparable to Community Health Centers of Oklahoma's Healing Hands program, with similar mission, federal deemed status, and integrated primary care/mental health/substance use services for the homeless population.
• Chase Brexton Health Care: Maryland-based FQHC providing primary medical care, behavioral health, dental, and pharmacy services across multiple sites. Comparable community health center model with sliding-fee scale, HRSA funding, and integrated service lines targeting underserved populations.
• Neighborhood Health: Virginia-based FQHC providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services across multiple sites to underserved populations in Northern Virginia. Comparable multi-site FQHC with sliding-fee scale, NCQA recognition, and similar service portfolio.
• Grace Health: Michigan-based FQHC providing comprehensive primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services on a sliding-fee scale. Operates a comparable community health center model with multiple service sites and federal Section 330 funding targeting underserved populations.
• HealthSource of Ohio: Ohio-based FQHC with multiple service sites providing family practice, pediatrics, behavioral health, and dental services to underserved populations. Operates a comparable multi-site FQHC model with sliding-fee scale and HRSA Section 330 funding.
• TrueCare: San Diego County-based FQHC offering primary care, pediatrics, women's health, behavioral health, dental, and pharmacy services on a sliding-fee scale. Comparable integrated community health center model with NCQA recognition and federal funding.
• Sun River Health: Large multi-site FQHC operating across New York's Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island, providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and care coordination to underserved communities. Closely comparable FQHC model with sliding-fee scale and federal Section 330 funding.
• Lone Star Circle of Care: Texas-based FQHC operating more than a dozen locations providing family medicine, pediatrics, women's health, behavioral health, and dental care. Highly comparable multi-site FQHC structure with sliding-fee scale, federal grant funding, and focus on uninsured/underinsured populations.
• Circle the City: Arizona-based FQHC specializing in healthcare for people experiencing homelessness, with multiple clinic sites and a respite facility. Closely comparable to CHC of Oklahoma's Healing Hands Healthcare for the Homeless program, sharing the FQHC designation and homeless-focused care delivery model.
• VarietyCare: Oklahoma-based Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing integrated medical, dental, and behavioral health services on a sliding-fee scale to underserved populations. Listed as a direct partner of CHC of Oklahoma and operates a comparable community health center model in the same state.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@communityhealthcentersofok522/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/CommunityHealthOK/services
• Instagraminstagram.com/communityhealthok
• Xx.com/CHCofOklahoma

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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