Our model for primary care focuses on wellness and prevention – a concept referred to as proactive, evidence-based medicine, and an approach that’s proven to benefit overall health.
Our health care providers offer and treat the following and more.
• Anxiety and depression
• Asthma, diabetes and high blood pressure
• Immunizations
• Lab and screening tests
• Minor illnesses and injuries
• Minor procedures
• Preventive exams and physicals
• Skin conditions
Some health questions just can’t wait.
Our 24/7 nurse line connects you with a QuadMed registered nurse who can give you valuable advice on:
- Home treatment recommendations
- When to see a health care provider
- When to visit the emergency room
The after-hours nurse line is no cost and can give you the peace of mind you need when your health center is closed.
The BernCo Wellness Center is a new full-service health center located on the 7th floor of Bernalillo County @ Alvarado Square building that provides employees enrolled in the County sponsored group health plan with exclusive access to convenient, high-quality, affordable health care.
The center is operated by a third-party health and wellness vendor, QuadMed. QuadMed is a nationwide leader in employer-sponsored, onsite health care with 30 years of experience in providing superior care for employees at or near their workplace.
The BernCo Wellness Center is open and free for all Bernalillo County employees, spouses and dependents enrolled in the County sponsored Group Health Plan. https://myquadmed.com/bernco/services/
All services free. No bills, no surprises.
Selected medications will be available in the center. Your QuadMed health care provider can also prescribe medications to be filled at your local pharmacy.
The health center offers a range of basic lab services, including urinalysis, strep throat screening, pregnancy testing, and cholesterol, glucose, potassium and thyroid checks. You can also bring in orders from outside providers and have that lab work done at the health center.
No, the provider you visit is completely your choice. You can make the center your primary source of health care and make the QuadMed provider your PCP, or you can continue to see your current PCP and use the center whenever it is convenient for you.
Appointment times vary depending on symptoms. We have appointments available in 15-, 30-, 45- and 60-minute time frames to accommodate your needs.
No. Use of the health center is completely voluntary and confidential.