Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Healthcare Provider in Columbus, GA
Valley Healthcare System has been dedicated to providing comprehensive primary health care and selected specialties to the Chattahoochee Valley area since our establishment in 1972. Our mission-centered approach focuses on patient-centered, team-based care that minimizes access barriers while emphasizing prevention, education, and patient support programs. With over five decades of community health experience, we've developed integrated service networks with other provider organizations while maintaining strict operational effectiveness and financial viability. Our Patient-Centered Medical Home model coordinates care across the health system using evidence-based medicine and clinical decision support tools. This approach has proven effective in chronic disease management, patient satisfaction, cost savings, and improved preventative care outcomes.We take pride in educating the public about healthcare issues and actively involve the community in health planning processes. Our commitment to economic growth and stability of the local area is demonstrated through our three full-service locations in Columbus, Fortson, and Talbotton, Georgia. The Health Resources and Services Administration recognizes us as a Federally Qualified Health Center, ensuring liability protection under federal statutes. Our experienced leadership team, including executives with 13-25 years of healthcare industry experience, guides our operations while maintaining strict compliance with quality assurance standards.
Services
Primary Care
Family Medicine
Pediatrics
Dental Services
Pharmacy
Behavioral Health
Women's Health
Vision Care
Lab Services
Mobile Healthcare
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We maintain Patient-Centered Medical Home accreditation for quality care
- Our team includes executives with 13-25 years healthcare experience
- We coordinate comprehensive medical, dental, and behavioral health services
- We offer discounted prescriptions at all pharmacy locations
- We serve the community without regard to patients' ability to pay
Associations and certifications
- National Committee for Quality Assurance (PCMH)
What people say
Love the staff
Care about you
True to mission
Services
Primary Care
Our primary care services provide comprehensive health maintenance for patients of all ages. We offer annual wellness visits, chronic disease management, and preventive screenings through board-certified physicians. Patients benefit from coordinated care that addresses both acute and long-term health needs in a personalized clinical environment.
Dental Services
Dental care includes routine cleanings, restorative treatments, and preventive education through our fixed and mobile dental units. Our dentists provide complete oral health services including extractions, fillings, and prosthetics. Patients receive care regardless of payment ability through our sliding fee scale program.
Behavioral Health
Licensed professionals provide individual, couples, and family therapy for various mental health concerns. Our therapists offer school crisis evaluation and telepsychiatry services to improve community mental wellness. Treatment plans focus on holistic approaches integrated with primary care services.
Pharmacy Services
Full-service pharmacies at all locations offer prescription medications at discounted rates with medication counseling. We assist patients in accessing pharmaceutical company assistance programs and provide direct home delivery options. Specialized protocols ensure proper handling of chronic medication needs.
Women's Health
Comprehensive women's health services include annual exams, family planning, and specialized gynecological care. Our providers offer contraceptive counseling, cancer screenings, and prenatal guidance through a patient-centered approach that integrates primary care services.
People
Dr. Asant Hilts
Chief Executive Officer
Healthcare executive with 13 years of community health experience leading Valley Healthcare System's strategic direction and operational excellence.
Kimberly Brown-Gullatt
Chief Medical Officer
Physician leader with 17 years clinical experience guiding medical operations since 2011, ensuring quality patient care delivery across all services.
Jeff Kirkpatrick
Chief Financial Officer
Healthcare finance executive with 25 years of experience managing financial operations and strategic planning for complex healthcare organizations.
Questions
What services does Valley Healthcare offer?
We provide primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, women's health, pediatrics, vision care, lab services, and mobile healthcare units.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Use our online portal, call (706) 322-9599 during business hours, or visit any location during operating hours.
Do you accept uninsured patients?
Yes, we offer discounted rates for self-pay patients and financial assistance programs for those who qualify.
Are you open after regular business hours?
We offer extended weekday hours until 8:00 PM Tuesday and Thursday, with Saturday morning availability.
Do you provide prescription medications?
Yes, our full-service pharmacies offer prescriptions at discounted rates with home delivery options.
How do you handle medical emergencies?
For urgent needs after hours, our answering service connects you with on-call physicians for medical guidance.
Reviews (5)
Debbie Collins
Jan 04, 2022
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Everyone at Valley Healthcare are friendly that i have dealt with so far. My therapist is amazing Ms.Beason I couldnt ask for a better person to help me.
Saylynn Holland
Oct 15, 2021
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How can anybody make an appointment if they never answer the phone. Once You on hold for 20 mins the phone just hangs up.
Zanetta OHara
Sep 03, 2021
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Good day it's brought to my attention that the medical van charges you $10 out of pocket for each visit to the doctor now I need to pay the medical van $10 each time I need to come see my primary care twice a month and I come see my behavior health care Dr mind you four times a month patients similar income struggles or fix income barely making the bus fare which is $1.30 now we supposed to pay the valley healthcare van $10 each time to be picked up it's hot and I guess some of us keep on walking I do not have $10 valley healthcare system primarily have the transportation department for those that
Shelby Jones
Jun 14, 2021
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My son was referred to the optometrist here. When I went to pick up paperwork, I felt that the staff was a little rude. But as far as seeing Dr. Walker and her staff, I have zero complaints! They both took the time needed with my son. They were both very kind. I highly recommend Dr. Walker.
Jacqulyn Puryear
May 02, 2021
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I don't usually do reviews but this mad my skin boil. Called to set an appointment, was told they didn't have any available until August but if my tooth was broken or something I could do a walk in. Only to get there and the receptionist has a nasty attitude and say he aint going to pull it, all he going to do is look at it, give you pain meds, and schedule you for an appointment a month out. First all, how is that possible when yall just told me yall didn't have any available until August? And second, my tooth is so loosen, if it was a front tooth I could pull it out myself, so what do you mean
