Recognizing CentroMed for its service to Bexar County.
By acknowledging CentroMed, this resolution brings attention to the essential healthcare services provided to a vulnerable population in the region. The recognition emphasizes the collaboration between CentroMed and various state health programs, local agencies, and community partners that facilitate healthcare access for those in need. In 2014 alone, the center served over 71,000 patients, 95 percent of whom were living below the federal poverty line, thereby addressing significant healthcare disparities in Bexar County.
Senate Resolution 534 recognizes CentroMed for its service to the residents of Bexar County. CentroMed, originally established in 1973 as a counseling service, has evolved into a Federally Qualified Health Center. It now operates 23 clinics across Bexar and Comal Counties, providing comprehensive medical services primarily to low-income, uninsured, and medically underserved families. The resolution highlights the center's commitment to ensuring no patient is denied care based on their ability to pay, utilizing a sliding-scale fee system for those who are uninsured.
Although SR534 serves as a commendation for CentroMed, the broader implications it suggests include highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by Federally Qualified Health Centers in maintaining funding and support amidst increasing patient demands. Notably, there may be contention concerning the allocation of resources within the state to support such essential services, particularly in light of potential funding cuts to health programs affecting these health centers.