Ocean Health Initiatives

What Ocean Health Initiatives does

Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc. (OHI) is a Federally Qualified Health Center founded in 2003 that delivers comprehensive primary healthcare to the residents of Ocean and Monmouth County, New Jersey, regardless of ability to pay. The organization operates seven health center locations — Brick, Freehold, Lakewood, Little Egg Harbor, Manahawkin, Toms River, and a School-Based Wellness Program — and is led by CEO Dr. Theresa Berger. OHI serves uninsured and underinsured residents, low-income individuals, veterans (via the Veterans Choice Program), Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, migrants, and limited-English-proficiency patients, with bilingual staffing in Spanish, Polish, and Portuguese. Awarded four 2025 HRSA CHQR badges, NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home recognition, and 2023 Centering Healthcare Institute accreditation, OHI operates as a PCMH-accredited, mission-driven safety-net provider.

The service portfolio spans core primary care (Family and Internal Medicine, Pediatrics), integrated OB/GYN and midwifery, Dental (Lakewood, Little Egg Harbor, Toms River), Behavioral Health with on-site groups, four on-site 340B pharmacies, and specialty modules (Chiropractic, Podiatry via Foot Health Centers P.A., Optometry, Cardiology at Toms River). Add-on programs include Title X family planning, PrEP/PEP, Suboxone and Vivitrol medication-assisted treatment, preventative health screenings, COVID-19 services, flu vaccinations, and telehealth through my-ohi.org/tappoint. The technology stack is vendor-integrated rather than proprietary: AthenaHealth (medical patient portal), EHS Med (dental portal), Rx365 mobile app, RefillQuick, Phreesia scheduling, LabCorp for lab results, and Voyce for accessibility. No public API, SDK, or in-house AI/ML capability is disclosed.

Revenue is hybrid: HHS/HRSA federal grant funding under PHS deemed status; insurance reimbursements from Aetna, Horizon BCBSNJ, Cigna, Oxford, and United Healthcare plus Medicare and Medicaid; the 340B drug pricing spread across on-site pharmacies; sliding-fee-scale patient payments under a 2026 schedule; Title X family-planning subsidies; and community fundraising (Texas Hold'em BBQ and Casino Night, 20th Anniversary Emerald Gala). Distribution is community-led: physical storefronts, telehealth, walk-in access, community partnerships (Ocean County Library, GetCoveredNJ, Catholic Charities, United Way of Ocean County, Ocean County Department of Health, and 40+ other organizations), patient education, and outreach to underserved populations.

Name

Ocean Health Initiatives

Legal name

Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc.

Website

https://ohinj.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Ocean Health Initiatives (OHI) is a New Jersey Federally Qualified Health Center operating seven locations across Ocean and Monmouth County, providing integrated primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and specialty services to underserved populations regardless of ability to pay.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health Center (Federally Qualified Health Center / FQHC) Primary Care

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (6211), Health Care and Social Assistance (62)

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

Hospitals, Clinics & Charitable Healthcare Providers (BPAGACAB), Chronic Disease & Health Promotion Program Funding (HLAJALAJ), Patient Advocacy, Navigation & Access to Care (BPAGACAH)

Keywords

• Community health services
• Federally qualified health center
• Primary care medicine
• Behavioral health services
• Pharmacy 340B program

Headquarters

HQ city

Freehold

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Government Funding (HHS/HRSA): OHI receives HHS funding as a Federally Qualified Health Center and has Federal Public Health Service deemed status. This includes grant funding from HRSA for community health services.
2. Patient Revenue - Insurance: Revenue from accepting multiple commercial insurances including Aetna, Horizon BCBSNJ, Cigna, Oxford, United Healthcare, and government programs including Medicare and Medicaid
3. Sliding Fee Scale Payments: Discounted services based on patient's ability to pay, available to both insured and uninsured patients based on income and family size
4. 340B Pharmacy Program: Savings from 340B drug pricing program reinvested into patient care when providing medications to insured patients
5. Community Donations and Fundraising: Proceeds from annual fundraisers including Texas Hold'em BBQ and Casino Night events used to support mission activities, equipment, supplies, and overhead costs

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Ocean Health Initiatives is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operating seven health center locations across Ocean and Monmouth County, New Jersey, delivering comprehensive primary care (family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics), OB/GYN women's health, behavioral health, dental, on-site pharmacy with 340B drug pricing, and specialty care (chiropractic, podiatry, optometry, cardiology) regardless of patients' ability to pay. Services are funded through HHS/HRSA grants, insurance reimbursements, a sliding fee scale, and community fundraising.

Product overview

Ocean Health Initiatives (OHI) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing a unified, integrated healthcare platform across seven health center locations in Ocean and Monmouth County, New Jersey. The core offering is comprehensive primary care encompassing Family and Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, supported by integrated Behavioral Health, OB/GYN Women's Health, and Dental services. OHI extends its platform through specialty care modules including Chiropractic, Podiatry, Optometry, and Cardiology. Additional value-added services include an on-site Pharmacy (with 340B pricing), Telehealth/Virtual Visits, Family Planning (Title X), HIV prevention and treatment (PrEP/PEP), substance use treatment (Suboxone, Vivitrol), preventative health screenings, COVID-19 services, flu vaccinations, and the Veterans Choice Program. Patients access services through patient portals (AthenaHealth for medical, EHS Med for dental), an Rx365 mobile pharmacy app, online scheduling (Phreesia), and a Virtual Health Assessment Tool.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Primary Care / Family and Internal Medicine OHI's core primary care service providing comprehensive healthcare for patients at every stage of life, from routine check-ups and preventive care to management of chronic conditions and treatment of acute illnesses. Includes both Family Medicine and Internal Medicine departments.
• Pediatrics Pediatric department providing comprehensive primary preventive care including well-baby, well-child, and adolescent visits; care for minor, serious, and chronic pediatric illnesses; immunizations; physicals; referrals to WIC; growth charting; and screening services including hearing, vision, anemia, cholesterol, HIV, STD, TB, and EPSTD.
• Behavioral Health Mental health and substance abuse care with evidenced-based treatment including individual therapy, case management, chronic disease management counseling, and support groups (Living a Healthy Life wellness group, ACT on Your Health chronic pain group, Coping with Anxiety group). Integrated with primary care for holistic patient treatment.
• Dental Affordable general dentistry services offered at Lakewood, Little Egg Harbor, and Toms River Health Centers. Services include general dentistry care, cleanings and screenings, routine check-ups (from 12 months), fluoride treatments, sealants, extractions, X-rays, treatment of gum disease, and removal of decayed teeth.
• OB/GYN Women's Health Comprehensive women's health services including advanced GYN care (fibroids, heavy menses, painful periods, abnormal bleeding, colposcopy, endometrial biopsy), midwifery care (prenatal and delivery at Ocean University Medical Center), adolescent GYN care, routine gynecological care, maternal fetal medicine ultrasound, and high-risk OB care.
• Pharmacy Services On-site pharmacy services leveraging the 340B drug pricing program, offering prescriptions at discounted rates for eligible patients. Available at multiple OHI locations including Freehold, Lakewood, Little Egg Harbor, and Toms River. Includes an Rx365 mobile app for prescription management and refills.
• Optometry Comprehensive optometry services including routine eye exams, vision testing and glasses prescriptions, pediatric eye exams, diabetic eye exams, glaucoma and cataract screening, and evaluation of red eye and minor eye concerns.
• Chiropractic Chiropractic services providing clinical interventions for patients with painful neuromusculoskeletal conditions and chronic pain. Treatment plans are individualized with emphasis on alleviating pain and empowering patients to take a proactive health approach. Available at Lakewood and Toms River locations.
• Podiatry Comprehensive foot care services provided in partnership with Foot Health Centers, P.A. at Lakewood and Toms River locations. Services include biomechanical, skin and nail care, injury treatment, and diabetic foot screenings and treatments.
• Cardiology Specialty care services providing patients easy access to cardiology specialists at the Toms River Health Center.
• Family Planning Title X subsidized program providing family planning services including pregnancy testing, STD screening and testing, basic infertility care, contraception (Natural Family Planning, condoms, birth control pills, vaginal ring, patch, LARCs, IUDs, Nexplanon, sterilization), Plan B, and safer sex counseling. Offers discounts or free services based on income level.
• PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis program offering Truvada (tenofovir and emtricitabine) for high-risk individuals to prevent HIV infection. Shown to reduce HIV risk from sex by ~99% and from injection drug use by ~74% when taken daily.
• PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) HIV post-exposure prophylaxis program providing 28-day medication regimen after possible HIV exposure. Must be initiated within 72 hours of exposure. Available by appointment through OHI's scheduling system.
• Suboxone Treatment Medication-assisted treatment program for opioid addiction using Suboxone (buprenorphine and naloxone combination) as part of a comprehensive recovery program. Reduces cravings and limits ability to get high from the medication.
• Vivitrol Monthly injectable medication for treating alcohol dependence and preventing relapse to opioid dependence after opioid detoxification. Must be administered by a healthcare provider.
• Telehealth / Virtual Visits Telehealth services enabling virtual patient visits to minimize in-person contact. Behavioral health therapy groups (Living a Healthy Life, ACT on Your Health, Coping with Anxiety) are offered via telehealth. Telehealth appointment scheduling available at https://my-ohi.org/tappoint.
• Virtual Health Assessment Tool (COVID/Flu) Web-based Virtual Health Assessment Tool launched for COVID/Flu symptom assessment. Allows patients to assess symptoms and determine if they may have COVID-19, the flu, or another respiratory illness.
• Preventative Health Screenings Preventive screening services including lung cancer, breast cancer, cervical cancer, and colorectal cancer screenings. Requested via online form or by calling (732) 363-6655.
• COVID-19 Services Comprehensive COVID-19 services including vaccination, testing (via LabCorp), and lab results access. Includes a Virtual Health Assessment Tool for COVID/Flu symptom evaluation.
• Flu Shots Flu vaccinations available at all health centers throughout flu season. Vaccines offered for children (ages 6-35 months), children to adults (ages 3+), and high-dose vaccine for seniors (65+). Preservative-free, latex-free, and egg-free options available. Children may receive flu shots at no cost through the VFC program.
• Veterans Choice Program VA-authorized provider under the Veterans Access, Choice and Accountability Act, providing eligible veterans with non-VA healthcare services at OHI facilities. Veterans can call (866) 606-8198 to determine eligibility.
• Rx365 Mobile Pharmacy App Rx365 Mobile Pharmacy App released on iOS and Android app stores. Enables prescription management, refill requests, status updates, secure chat with pharmacy staff, insurance card uploads, and prescription transfer requests from other pharmacies. Download links provided via App Store and Google Play.

Quantifiable outcome

• Community Health Quality Recognition (CHQR) badges for Diabetes, Preventive Care, Behavioral Health, and Quality from HRSA for 2025
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and core.

• Ocean County Library - Lakewood BranchsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to provide free citizenship preparation classes at the library, helping immigrants prepare for naturalization tests. Classes held September-November 2024.
• GetCoveredNJcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState health insurance marketplace partnership where OHI provides certified application counselors to help residents enroll in health coverage during Open Enrollment periods.
• Veterans Administration (VA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOHI is an eligible provider in the Veterans Choice Program, providing non-VA healthcare services to qualifying veterans who cannot access VA facilities within required timeframes or distances.
• Foot Health Centers, P.A.supportingTechnology or IntegrationPodiatry partnership providing comprehensive foot care services at OHI's Lakewood and Toms River locations, including diabetic foot care and treatments.
• NCQA (National Committee for Quality Assurance)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOHI has achieved Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) recognition through NCQA, demonstrating quality standards in coordinated care delivery.
• Community Organizations NetworksupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerExtensive network including Central Jersey Family Health Consortium, Catholic Charities, Family Promise, United Way of Ocean County, Ocean County Department of Health, and 40+ other community and social service organizations for referrals and collaborative care.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Henry J. Austin Health Center: Trenton, NJ-based Federally Qualified Health Center providing primary care, behavioral health, dental, and pharmacy services with a sliding-fee scale. Operates as a PCMH-recognized FQHC and serves similar Medicaid, uninsured, and vulnerable populations to OHI in a comparable New Jersey urban-adjacent market.
• Zufall Health: New Jersey FQHC headquartered in Dover, NJ with sites across Morris, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Somerset, and Passaic counties. Directly comparable to OHI in mission, FQHC status, multilingual care delivery, and primary care plus dental plus behavioral health service mix.
• Newark Community Health Centers: Federally Qualified Health Center operating multiple sites across Newark and greater Essex County, NJ, delivering primary care, pediatrics, OB/GYN, dental, and behavioral health to underserved populations. Comparable to OHI in FQHC structure, service breadth, and NJ-based community health mission.
• CompleteCare Health Network: New Jersey-based Federally Qualified Health Center operating multiple primary care, dental, and behavioral health sites across southern NJ counties. Directly comparable to OHI as a multi-site FQHC serving Medicaid, uninsured, and sliding-fee patients with integrated pharmacy and support services.
• North Hudson Community Action Corporation Health Center: Federally Qualified Health Center and community action agency serving northern Hudson County, NJ with primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy across multiple sites. Comparable to OHI as a multi-site NJ FQHC with HRSA funding, sliding-fee scale, and integration of social services into clinical care.

Broad incumbents

• RWJBarnabas Health: Large New Jersey-based integrated health system operating acute care hospitals, outpatient centers, and physician networks across the state including Monmouth County where OHI operates. Functions as a broad incumbent that competes for insured patients and employs many of the same clinician types OHI recruits through NHSC.
• AtlantiCare: Regional health system headquartered in Egg Harbor Township, NJ operating hospitals, physician practices, and outpatient services across Atlantic, Ocean, Cape May, and southern Burlington counties. Broad incumbent competing for the same NJ patient populations OHI serves, including Medicaid and uninsured patients, though with a much wider service portfolio and inpatient capacity OHI lacks.
• Hackensack Meridian Health: New Jersey's largest hospital network operating more than a dozen hospitals and hundreds of outpatient locations, with significant presence in Monmouth and Ocean counties. Comparable as a broad incumbent competing for primary care, behavioral health, and pharmacy volume in the same NJ geographies OHI serves.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses2 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@NJOceanHealth
• Facebookfacebook.com/ohinj
• Xx.com/ohinj

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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