WAYNE MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS

What WAYNE MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS does

Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) is a private, non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operating more than 20 health center sites across nine communities in four counties of Northeastern Pennsylvania (Wayne, Pike, Lackawanna, and adjacent counties), headquartered in Honesdale, PA. Founded in 2007 and recognized as the 4th largest FQHC in Pennsylvania, the organization employs over 400 clinicians and staff — physicians, dentists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, licensed behavioral health therapists, and administrative personnel — and serves patients regardless of income or insurance status through a sliding fee scale.

WMCHC delivers a comprehensive multi-specialty service portfolio: primary care, pediatric care, women's health (OB/GYN), dental care, walk-in care, behavioral health, podiatry, and VA outpatient services. Its care model is built around the Integration of Care (IOC) approach that embeds behavioral health clinicians inside primary care offices for whole-person treatment, supplemented by specialty programs such as the Tick-Borne Disease Wellness Center. Workforce development is a core platform element, anchored by a three-year ACGME-accredited Family Medicine Residency Program (launched 2025), a Medical Assistant Training Program with NIMAA, and a Dental Assistant Training Program with the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine. Technology infrastructure is a standard EHR with a patient portal for visit summaries, refills, messaging, and insurance management.

Revenue is generated through three primary streams: fee-for-service patient care across commercial insurance, managed care, and PA Medical Assistance; federal Health Center Program grants from HHS/HRSA; and value-based care contracts via Aledade ACO participation since January 2024 (Medicare Shared Savings Program). Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer through scheduled appointments, walk-in care at three sites, and community outreach events, with the VA Community Care Program channeling veteran referrals. The organization is clinically affiliated with Wayne Memorial Health System and partners with Lehigh Valley Hospital and Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center for residency rotations.

Name

WAYNE MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS

Legal name

Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers

Website

https://wmchc.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2025

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers is a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center operating 20+ sites across nine communities in four counties of Northeastern Pennsylvania, delivering primary care, pediatric, women's health, dental, behavioral health, podiatry, and walk-in services to all patients regardless of income or insurance status.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Health Services

NAICS

Ambulatory Health Care Services (621), Offices of Physicians (62111), Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists) (621111)

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 care clinics
• Federally qualified health center
• Behavioral health services
• Pediatric medical care

Headquarters

HQ city

Honesdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices11 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Patient Care Services: Fee-for-service revenue from providing medical, dental, and behavioral health care services to patients with commercial insurance, managed care plans, and PA medical assistance
2. Value-Based Care Contracts: Participation in Aledade accountable care organization since January 2024, generating revenue through Medicare Shared Savings Program with focus on quality outcomes and cost reduction
3. Federal FQHC Grants: Health Center Program grant funding from HHS/HRSA ($936,981 awarded in 2026) providing essential resources to deliver comprehensive care regardless of patient income or insurance status

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) operates as a multi-site Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) delivering comprehensive outpatient medical, dental, and behavioral health services through 20+ health center locations across Northeastern Pennsylvania. Core offerings include primary care, pediatrics, women's health, dental care, walk-in care, behavioral health, podiatry, and VA outpatient services, supplemented by workforce training programs (Family Medicine Residency, Medical Assistant Training, Dental Assistant Training) and digital tools (Patient Portal, Neighborly resource tool). Care is provided regardless of patient income or insurance status under a sliding fee scale model.

Product overview

Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) is a multi-site Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) offering a comprehensive portfolio of healthcare services across Northeastern Pennsylvania. The organization operates as a unified platform of health centers with eight core clinical services—Primary Care, Pediatric Care, Women's Health, Dental Care, Walk-In Care, Behavioral Health, Podiatry, and VA Outpatient Services—supported by specialty programs including Integrated Behavioral Health Services and a Tick-Borne Disease Wellness Center. WMCHC differentiates through educational initiatives: a three-year Family Medicine Residency Program (ACGME-accredited), a Medical Assistant Training Program (in partnership with NIMAA), and a Dental Assistant Training Program (in partnership with University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine). Digital patient engagement is facilitated through a Patient Portal and a Community Resource Tool (Neighborly). The organization serves nine communities across four counties through over 20 sites, employing approximately 400 individuals including physicians, dentists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, and licensed behavioral health therapists.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Family Medicine Residency Program: A three-year ACGME-accredited residency program training Family Medicine residents to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care across multiple settings.
• Sterling Pediatric Center
• Tick-Borne Disease Wellness Center
• Integrated Behavioral Health Services

Products and services

• Primary Care Medical care for adults and families, including annual checkups, chronic condition management, and preventive screenings at multiple health center locations.
• Pediatric Care Medical care for children from birth through age 18, including well-child visits, immunizations, sick visits, and chronic condition management.
• Women's Health OB/GYN services including annual exams, birth control, prenatal care, delivery services, postpartum care, and health screenings for women across all life stages.
• Dental Care Preventive and restorative dental care for all ages, including exams, cleanings, fillings, and minor oral procedures at Honesdale and Lords Valley dental centers.
• Walk-In Care Same-day treatment for non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries without an appointment, available at Lake Region, Hamlin, and Carbondale locations.
• Behavioral Health Mental health counseling and psychiatric services including depression, anxiety, trauma therapy, and crisis intervention for individuals and families.
• Podiatry Medical foot and ankle care including diabetic foot checks, treatment for injuries, and minor in-office procedures.
• VA Outpatient Services Coordinated care and referral support for eligible veterans through the Veterans Affairs Community Care Program.
• Family Medicine Residency Program Three-year ACGME-accredited residency training program for medical school graduates providing full-spectrum family medicine education in rural settings, with rotations across primary care, pediatrics, women's health, and hospital settings.
• Medical Assistant Training Program Eight-month paid training program in partnership with NIMAA (National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement) providing free tuition, employment during training, and certification exam preparation for aspiring medical assistants.
• Dental Assistant Training Program Four-month no-cost training program in partnership with University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine providing online learning, clinical training, and guaranteed employment at WMCHC dental centers for 12 months post-completion.
• Integrated Behavioral Health Services Collaborative team approach embedding behavioral health clinicians within primary care offices to provide mental health access, screening, therapy, and psychiatric services as part of whole-person care.
• Tick-Borne Disease Wellness Center Specialized diagnostic testing, verification, and evidence-based treatment for tick-borne diseases affecting adults and children age four and older, located at Pike Family Health Center.
• Patient Portal Online platform enabling patients to view visit summaries, request prescription refills, send messages to providers, update insurance information, and manage care electronically.

Quantifiable outcome

• 93.1% employee satisfaction rate
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AledadecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024WMCHC became a member of Aledade accountable care organization effective January 1, 2024. Through this partnership, WMCHC is committed to delivering high-quality care, achieving better patient outcomes, and lowering healthcare costs. Aledade is the largest network of independent primary care in the country, helping practices succeed in value-based care through data analytics, guided workflows, and payer relationships. The partnership includes participation in the Medicare Shared Savings Program.
• University of Pittsburgh School of Dental MedicinecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWMCHC partners with the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine for the Dental Assistant Training Program. The program is no-cost for accepted participants who receive online learning and clinical training at WMCHC dental centers while employed. After completing training, graduates work for WMCHC for one year to qualify for no-cost training.
• National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWMCHC partners with NIMAA, a nonprofit educational institute, for its Medical Assistant Training Program. Students receive online learning through NIMAA and hands-on clinical training at WMCHC health centers while employed. Upon certification, graduates are placed in open MA positions. Those remaining employed for 18 months qualify for full tuition assistance.
• Wayne Memorial HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWMCHC is clinically affiliated with Wayne Memorial Health System. The hospital provides inpatient, emergency, maternity, and specialty services that complement WMCHC's outpatient primary care services. Family Medicine residents rotate through Wayne Memorial Hospital for training including maternity and inpatient experiences.
• Lehigh Valley HospitalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliate organization for Family Medicine Residency Program training. Residents may rotate through Lehigh Valley Hospital for specialized clinical experiences.
• Wilkes-Barre VA Medical CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliate organization for Family Medicine Residency Program training. Residents may rotate through the VA Medical Center for specialized clinical experiences.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Family First Health: Family First Health is a Pennsylvania-based FQHC delivering primary medical, dental, and behavioral health care across multiple sites in south-central PA. Comparable to WMCHC in federal funding model, sliding fee scale, multi-specialty service mix, and serving underserved communities.
• The Wright Centers for Community Health: The Wright Centers for Community Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center operating multiple clinical sites in Northeastern Pennsylvania, directly comparable to WMCHC in offering primary care, behavioral health, and dental services across Pennsylvania counties with sliding fee scale and federal grant support.
• Lancaster Health Center: Lancaster Health Center is a Pennsylvania FQHC offering family medicine, dental, behavioral health, and OB/GYN services to underserved populations. Directly comparable to WMCHC as a multi-site FQHC serving all patients regardless of insurance status with integrated care delivery.
• Keystone Health: Keystone Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center based in Chambersburg, PA providing integrated primary care, behavioral health, dental, and specialty services in rural/semi-rural Pennsylvania. Comparable to WMCHC in serving as a multi-site FQHC with residency training programs and integrated behavioral health.
• Neighborhood Health Centers of the Lehigh Valley: NHCLV is an FQHC in the Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania providing primary care, dental, behavioral health, and prenatal services with sliding fee scale. Directly comparable to WMCHC in FQHC structure, service mix, and patient population focus, though operating in a different PA region.
• Berks Community Health Center: Berks Community Health Center is a Pennsylvania-based FQHC providing primary medical, dental, behavioral health, and pediatric care across multiple sites. Comparable to WMCHC in multi-site FQHC operations, sliding fee scale, and integrated care delivery in an underserved Pennsylvania market.

Broad incumbents

• St. Luke's University Health Network: St. Luke's University Health Network is a large Pennsylvania health system with hospitals, primary care, and specialty services serving eastern PA and parts of Northeastern PA. Comparable as a broader regional healthcare incumbent overlapping with WMCHC in select service areas, though operating a multi-specialty model beyond FQHC scope.
• Geisinger: Geisinger is a large, integrated health system serving central, south-central, and Northeastern Pennsylvania with hospitals, primary care, and value-based care programs. It is comparable to WMCHC as a significant Pennsylvania healthcare provider competing for primary care patients in overlapping service areas, though broader in scope and not an FQHC.

Others

• Aledade: Aledade is the largest network of independent primary care in the U.S., forming ACO partnerships with FQHCs and physician practices to succeed in value-based care arrangements. WMCHC is a member of the Aledade ACO since January 2024; comparable as ecosystem enabler providing data analytics and shared-savings infrastructure rather than direct care delivery.

Regional players

• Rural Health Corporation of Northeastern Pennsylvania: Rural Health Corporation of Northeastern Pennsylvania operates FQHC sites in Lackawanna, Luzerne, and Wyoming counties, directly neighboring WMCHC's service area. Comparable multi-site FQHC delivering primary care, dental, and behavioral health in the same Northeastern Pennsylvania market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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