Little River Medical Center

What Little River Medical Center does

Little River Medical Center (LRMC) is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), founded in 1978 and headquartered at 4303 Live Oak Drive, Little River, South Carolina, operating across Horry County with 101-250 employees. The organization runs eight service points: seven fixed health centers in Aynor, Carolina Forest, Health Access, Little River, Loris, Myrtle Beach, and South Strand, plus a mobile medical unit that rotates through community sites such as Chesterfield Baptist Church and Green Sea. A new 10,000-square-foot Aynor Health Center is opening Fall 2025. LRMC holds HRSA Health Center Program grantee status under 42 USC 254(b), FTCA deemed facility status, National Health Service Corps site designation, AAAHC accreditation, and Patient-Centered Medical Home certification.

The service portfolio spans primary care (adult medicine, pediatrics, women's health), dental care, behavioral health, on-site pharmacy at four locations, chronic care management, HIV/HCV care (including Ryan White funding, PrEP, and walk-in HIV screening), reproductive health, family support services, medication-assisted treatment, and dedicated programs for migrant/seasonal farm workers and homeless individuals. LRMC also operates the Miles for Smiles mobile dental program serving children at schools and community sites. Underlying technology includes the MyLRMC Patient Portal powered by Healow on the eClinicalWorks cloud-based EHR, on-site 340B Drug Pricing Program pharmacy infrastructure, and mobile clinical units.

Revenue is generated through three streams: patient services billed to Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and private insurance; 340B pharmacy program revenue; and federal HRSA grant funding plus charitable donations. Pricing is delivered through a sliding fee scale that adjusts charges based on household income and family size relative to federal poverty guidelines, with low-income patients paying a $20-35 nominal fee. LRMC accepts all patients regardless of insurance status, and free enrollment assistance is provided for Medicaid (Healthy Connections) and Healthcare Marketplace plans. The organization is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors whose majority are patients and community residents of Horry County.

Name

Little River Medical Center

Legal name

Little River Medical Center, Inc.

Website

https://lrmcenter.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1978

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Little River Medical Center is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center operating eight locations across Horry County, South Carolina. It delivers primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and specialty services to all patients regardless of insurance status via a sliding fee scale.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health Services

NAICS

Outpatient Care Centers (6214), Offices of Physicians (62111), Other Outpatient Care Centers (62149)

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 industry

Community & Public Health Dentistry Clinics (FQHC/School-Based/Nonprofit) (HLABAAAF)

Keywords

• Community health services
• Primary medical care
• Dental health services
• Behavioral health care
• Pharmacy services

Headquarters

HQ city

Little River

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Patient Services Revenue: Revenue generated from patient visits across primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and specialty services. Billed to Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, and private insurance plans.
2. 340B Pharmacy Program: As an FQHC participating in the 340B Drug Pricing Program, revenue is generated through pharmacy services that enable affordable medications for patients while supporting the organization's financial sustainability.
3. Federal Grants and Donations: Receives federal funding as a Health Center Program grantee under 42 USC 254(b), deemed Public Health Service employer, and FTCA deemed facility. Additionally generates revenue through charitable donations supporting specific programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Little River Medical Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing comprehensive medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and support services across multiple locations in Horry County, South Carolina. The organization delivers affordable primary and preventive care to patients of all ages regardless of insurance status, using a sliding fee scale and operating mobile medical and dental units to reach underserved communities.

Product overview

Little River Medical Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing a comprehensive, integrated system of healthcare services through multiple locations across Horry County, South Carolina. The organization operates as a network of health centers offering primary care, dental care, behavioral health, pharmacy, women's health, pediatrics, and specialized programs. The center utilizes a patient-centered medical home model with an integrated care approach, coordinating services through the MyLRMC Patient Portal (powered by Healow/eClinicalWorks), on-site pharmacies, mobile medical and dental units (Miles for Smiles), and community outreach programs. Additional services include HIV/Hepatitis C care, chronic disease management, enrollment assistance for Medicaid/Marketplace insurance, and a sliding fee scale program for uninsured patients. Care is delivered at fixed locations in Aynor, Carolina Forest, Health Access, Little River, Loris, Myrtle Beach, and South Strand, plus mobile services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Miles for Smiles: Mobile dental program that travels to schools and community sites throughout Horry County providing cleanings, exams, fluoride treatments, sealants, and basic treatment for children.

Products and services

• Adult Medical Care Primary care services for adults including routine checkups, preventive screenings, chronic disease management, and treatment of common illnesses.
• Behavioral Health Services Individual counseling, treatment for anxiety and depression, stress management strategies, and integrated behavioral health support within primary care settings.
• Chronic Care Management Medicare-covered care coordination service providing regular phone check-ins, medication review, referral coordination, and screening reminders for patients with chronic conditions like diabetes.
• Dental Care Comprehensive dental services including cleanings, exams, fillings, extractions, and restorative care available at multiple locations across Horry County.
• Pharmacy On-site pharmacy services at multiple locations providing prescription fulfillment, medication counseling, and 340B drug pricing program access.
• Pediatrics Pediatric care for children from infancy through adolescence, including well-child visits, vaccinations, developmental screenings, and treatment of childhood illnesses.
• Women's Health Comprehensive women's health services including routine exams, preventive screenings, 3D mammography, bone density screenings, menopause care, and reproductive health services.
• HIV/Hepatitis C Services Walk-in HIV screening at all locations, PrEP prevention services, Ryan White-funded comprehensive care for people living with HIV, and Hepatitis C testing and treatment.
• Miles for Smiles Mobile dental program that brings fully equipped dental services directly to schools and community sites throughout Horry County, providing cleanings, exams, fluoride treatments, sealants, and basic treatment for children.
• Mobile Medical Mobile medical unit bringing non-urgent medical care directly into the community at various locations throughout Horry County, with appointments recommended but walk-ins welcome.
• Reproductive Health Reproductive health services including family planning, contraceptive services, and related preventive care.
• Enrollment Assistance Free assistance with Medicaid (Healthy Connections) applications and Health Insurance Marketplace enrollment, provided by certified application counselors and healthcare navigators.
• Sliding Fee Scale Program Discounted healthcare fees based on household income and family size, available to uninsured and underinsured patients, reducing cost of primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.
• MyLRMC Patient Portal Online patient portal providing 24/7 access to health records, medication refills, lab results, appointment requests, secure messaging, and immunization records via Healow.
• Family Support Services Support services for families including resources, education, and coordination to help households maintain health and stability.
• Medication Assistance Treatment Program helping patients access medications they need, including participation in the 340B Drug Pricing Program to make prescriptions more affordable.
• Migrant/Seasonal Farm Workers Program Specialized healthcare services and outreach for migrant and seasonal agricultural workers in the community.
• Homeless Program Healthcare services and support for individuals experiencing homelessness, providing access to medical care regardless of housing status.

Quantifiable outcome

• Patient satisfaction with 4.4 star average rating based on 819 Google reviews
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Tidelands HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 March 2026Little River Medical Center partners with Tidelands Health for Community Care Day events. The collaboration brings together trusted health resources, education, and support services throughout the region. LRMC shares information about colorectal cancer awareness and the Miles for Smiles mobile dental team provides on-site dental screenings for children.
• Fresh BrewedminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 December 2025LRMC partners with Fresh Brewed for a Community Health and Resource Fair. Fresh Brewed is a local organization collaborating with LRMC to provide community health education and resource access to residents.
• S.C. Coalition Against Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault (SCCADVASA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLRMC partners with SCCADVASA, a statewide nonprofit committed to ending domestic violence and sexual assault in South Carolina. SCCADVASA provides resources and support referrals for survivors seeking care at LRMC.
• HRSA (Health Resources & Services Administration)coreOthersLRMC participates in the 340B Drug Pricing Program administered by HRSA. The program helps make medications more affordable for patients who face financial and systemic barriers to care by enabling discounted drug pricing.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Carolina Health Centers: Federally Qualified Health Center serving the Lakelands region of upstate South Carolina with primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy. Comparable to LRMC as a multi-site SC FQHC of similar scale and service breadth.
• CareSouth Carolina: Federally Qualified Health Center operating a multi-site network across the Pee Dee region of South Carolina with primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services. Directly comparable to LRMC in mission, FQHC funding model, service mix, and South Carolina footprint.
• Sandhills Medical Foundation: Federally Qualified Health Center serving the Sandhills region of South Carolina with primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy across multiple counties. Comparable to LRMC in FQHC status, rural service area, and integrated care model.
• HopeHealth: Federally Qualified Health Center based in Florence, SC providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and specialty services across multiple counties. Closely comparable to LRMC as a regional SC FQHC with similar integrated service model and sliding-fee scale.
• Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services: Federally Qualified Health Center serving the Lowcountry of South Carolina with multiple sites, primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy. Comparable to LRMC as a coastal SC FQHC with similar multi-site structure and mission.
• New Horizons Family Health Centers: Federally Qualified Health Center in Greenville, SC providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy to underserved populations. Comparable to LRMC as a multi-site SC FQHC of similar scale and integrated service mix.
• Affinity Health Center: Federally Qualified Health Center in Rock Hill, SC providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy to underserved populations in York County. Comparable to LRMC in FQHC status, mission focus, and integrated service model.

Others

• Tidelands Health: Regional not-for-profit health system serving the same Horry/Georgetown County geography as LRMC. A named Community Care Day partner of LRMC, but also a competitive acute-care and primary care provider in the same market with greater specialty depth.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/lrmcenter
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/little-river-medical-center
• Instagraminstagram.com/littlerivermedicalcenter

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Little River Medical Center