Valley Community Healthcare

What Valley Community Healthcare does

Valley Community Healthcare (VCH) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) established in 1970 in the San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles. The organization operates two clinic locations in North Hollywood and North Hills, California, supported by a staff of 230+ personnel. VCH delivers a comprehensive, integrated suite of healthcare services including primary medical care, behavioral health, dental, vision, wellness programs, and pharmacy services to approximately 21,000 patients annually through more than 100,000 visits, with a focus on low-income, uninsured, Medi-Cal, and Medicare populations. In November 2025, VCH launched a Field Medicine Program in partnership with Starfield Primary Care to deliver street-based healthcare to unhoused individuals across North Hollywood, Panorama City, Sylmar, and Van Nuys.

VCH's revenue model combines patient service fees across Medi-Cal, Medicare, private insurance, and a sliding-fee schedule for uninsured patients, supplemented by Federal Health Center Program grants under 42 U.S.C 254h and community donations. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit FQHC, the organization receives federal malpractice coverage for providers under 42 U.S.C 233(g)-(n) and participates in HRSA quality programs. The organization actively cultivates community engagement through events such as Valley Voter Fest and Valley Gives Thanks, and is pursuing additional funding through the LA County Measure ER measure (approved June 2026) and the Community Together Fund. Multiple 2026 HRSA quality awards, including CHQR Silver, Diabetes, High Value Care, and Preventive Health designations, reflect VCH's positioning within the federal quality-recognition framework for community health centers.

Name

Valley Community Healthcare

Legal name

Valley Community Healthcare

Website

https://valleycommunityhealthcare.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Valley Community Healthcare is a Federally Qualified Health Center founded in 1970 operating two clinics in the San Fernando Valley, delivering integrated primary medical, dental, behavioral health, vision, pharmacy, and field-based care to over 21,000 low-income and uninsured patients annually.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health Services

NAICS

Ambulatory Health Care Services (621), Other Ambulatory Health Care Services (6219)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Primary Care for Underserved Populations (e.g., migrant, homeless, refugee clinics) (HLAFAGAN), Community-Based Preventive & Health Promotion Clinics (HLAFAGAO), Hospitals, Clinics & Charitable Healthcare Providers (BPAGACAB)

Keywords

• Community health center
• Primary care services
• Federally qualified health
• Behavioral health services
• Prenatal pediatric care

Headquarters

HQ city

North Hollywood

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Patient Care Revenue: Revenue from serving patients with various insurance coverage including Medi-Cal, Medicare, and private insurance, as well as sliding fee scale for uninsured patients
2. Health Center Program Grants: Federal funding as a Health Center Program grantee under 42 U.S.C 254h, providing primary care to underserved populations
3. Donations and Fundraising: Community donations, event sponsorships, and fundraising through initiatives like Valley Gives Thanks and Community Together Fund

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Valley Community Healthcare is a federally qualified, non-profit community health center that delivers comprehensive primary and preventive healthcare services — including general medicine, women's health/prenatal care, pediatrics, behavioral health, adolescent services, nutrition, optometry, dental, chiropractic, and acupuncture care — across two fixed locations and a mobile Field Medicine Program, serving patients in the San Fernando Valley regardless of ability to pay through a sliding fee scale and Medi-Cal/Medicare billing.

Product overview

Valley Community Healthcare is a federally-qualified community health center providing comprehensive healthcare services through a multi-site, integrated care model. The organization operates two physical health center locations (North Hollywood Center and North Hills Wellness Center) and delivers services through an integrated approach where patients can receive medical, behavioral health, dental, vision, and supportive services in one place. Core clinical services include General Medicine, Women's Health & Prenatal, Pediatrics, Behavioral Health, Adolescent Services, Nutrition Services, Optometry, Dental, Chiropractic Care, and Acupuncture Care. Additional offerings include Telehealth/Virtual Visits for remote care, a Patient Portal for online access to records and scheduling, Medicare Assistance for enrollment support, and a Field Medicine Program that brings care directly to unhoused populations at shelters and supportive housing sites. The organization serves approximately 21,000 patients annually regardless of ability to pay.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• General Medicine Primary care services for adults and families providing diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care.
• Women's Health & Prenatal OB/GYN services including prenatal care, maternity support, well-woman exams, and reproductive health services.
• Pediatrics Medical care services for infants, children, and adolescents including wellness checkups, immunizations, and developmental screenings.
• Behavioral Health Mental health services including counseling, psychiatric evaluation, and substance abuse support.
• Adolescent Services Healthcare services specifically designed for teenagers including reproductive health, mental health screenings, and preventive care.
• Nutrition Services Dietary counseling and nutrition education to support patients with chronic disease management and healthy lifestyle goals.
• Optometry Vision care services including eye exams, prescription glasses, and detection of eye conditions.
• Dental Oral health services including cleanings, fillings, extractions, and preventive dental care.
• Chiropractic Care Spinal manipulation and musculoskeletal care to treat back pain, neck pain, and other conditions.
• Acupuncture Care Traditional acupuncture treatments for pain management, stress relief, and various health conditions.
• Telehealth / Virtual Visits Remote healthcare consultations via video for patients who cannot visit in person, providing access to medical providers from home.
• Medicare Assistance Enrollment assistance and support for patients navigating Medicare coverage and benefits.
• Field Medicine Program Mobile healthcare service bringing comprehensive medical care directly to unhoused and housing-insecure individuals at shelters and supportive housing sites through partnership with Starfield Primary Care.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serves 21,000+ patients with 100,000+ visits annually
• +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

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, 3rd DistrictminorOthers · 25 November 2025Presenting sponsor for Valley Gives Thanks 2025 holiday event distributing 500+ turkey dinners to VCH patients and families.
• Starfield Primary CarecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 November 2025Partnership with Starfield Primary Care to launch the Field Medicine Program, bringing comprehensive medical care directly to unhoused and housing-insecure individuals across San Fernando Valley communities through field teams of licensed medical providers, medical assistants, and case managers.
• Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk's Mobile Voting ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Valley Voter Fest events providing mobile voting centers at VCH locations, enabling community members to register to vote, vote early, and access multilingual voting materials.
• Blue Shield PromiseminorOthersSponsor for National Health Center Week Patient Appreciation Event, supporting community health initiatives.
• The Ella Fitzgerald Charitable FoundationminorOthersFoundation providing books for distribution at community events and sponsoring National Health Center Week activities.
• MEND (Meet Each Need with Dignity)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership for Valley Voter Fest event providing free produce distribution to community members.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• AltaMed Health Services: Large, multi-site FQHC and community health system serving greater Los Angeles and Orange County with primary care, dental, behavioral health, and PACE senior care. Comparable in FQHC model and mission but materially larger in scale and geographic footprint than VCH.
• LA County Department of Health Services: Public health system operating hospitals and outpatient clinics serving low-income and uninsured LA County residents, including in the San Fernando Valley. Comparable as a primary care provider to underserved populations but operates on a public hospital-funded model rather than as a standalone FQHC.

Direct peers

• Northeast Valley Health Corporation: Federally Qualified Health Center serving the San Fernando and Santa Clarita Valleys with multiple sites, comprehensive primary care, dental, behavioral health, and WIC programs. Directly comparable to VCH as a regional FQHC peer with similar payer mix and service breadth.
• South Central Family Health Center: Los Angeles-based FQHC providing primary care, pediatrics, dental, behavioral health, and substance use treatment to underserved populations. Comparable in mission, FQHC funding model, and integrated service delivery to Valley Community Healthcare.
• Watts Healthcare Corporation: Los Angeles-based FQHC providing primary medical, dental, behavioral, and pharmacy services to underserved South LA populations. Comparable as a multi-site FQHC peer with similar integrated service offering and Medi-Cal-heavy payer mix.
• Clinica Romero: Federally Qualified Health Center serving predominantly Latino communities in Los Angeles with primary care, pediatrics, women's health, and behavioral health. Comparable to VCH in mission, FQHC designation, and patient demographic focus.
• JWCH Institute: Los Angeles-area FQHC providing primary care, behavioral health, housing support, and homeless services across multiple sites. Highly comparable to VCH given shared FQHC designation, focus on unhoused and housing-insecure populations, and integration of medical and social services.
• St. John's Well Child and Family Center: Large LA-based FQHC operating multiple health centers across South LA with medical, dental, behavioral health, and enabling services. Shares VCH's FQHC funding model, focus on low-income communities, and integrated care approach.
• Asian Pacific Health Care Venture: Los Angeles FQHC operating four clinics providing primary care, behavioral health, pediatrics, and prenatal services with focus on Asian and Pacific Islander communities. Direct FQHC peer with similar operating model and comprehensive service line-up.

Others

• Health Net (Centene): Major Medi-Cal managed care plan in California with significant LA County membership. Comparable as a payer counterpart to VCH's Medi-Cal-heavy revenue mix and as a potential contracting or value-based-care partner rather than a direct care competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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