Updates

Stay Informed With Our Latest Medical News And Updates

Most Recent Update:

Mar 15, 2025

Celebrating our People's Choice Award Winners!

Candi Estes, ANP-FNP, has been voted Best Nurse (Practitioner), and Summer Nohren has been named Runner-Up for Best Medical Assistant in the People’s Choice Awards!

All Updates:

Mar 14, 2025

People's Choice for BEST MEDICAL CLINIC!

Family Care Associates voted People’s Choice for Best Medical Clinic!! We appreciate your trust in our providers.

Mar 3, 2025

Patients should no longer see any security warnings when accessing their mobile check-in!

You may have received a message stating that Mobile Check-in link was unsafe. Google inadvertently flagged the mobile pre-visit links as unsafe. Patients should no longer see any security warnings.

Feb 27, 2025

Checking in Just Got Easier at Family Care Associates!

We've added Mobile Check-in so that you can skip the paperwork and check in from your phone or email before your appointment—saving you time when you arrive for your appointment.

Feb 26, 2025

Family Care - People's Choice Voting

Family Care Associates nominated for People's Choice Awards! Please visit EffinghamDailyNews.com/PeoplesChoice to cast your vote for the finalists. Voting ends March 1st. Thank you!

Feb 3, 2025

FREE Child Developmental Screenings in Your Area

These FREE screenings are for children ages 2-5 years.

Jan 16, 2025

Dr. Workman Accepting New Patients

If you're looking for a new medcial clinic to call home, we're accepting new patients.

Jan 5, 2025

CLOSED January 6, 2025 due to inclement weather

Family Care Associates will be closed on Monday, January 6 for the safety of our patients and providers. Patients with scheduled appointments will be contacted to reschedule.

Jan 3, 2025

Unexpected software issues — please be patient.

We are currently working through some unexpected software issues due to the upgrade of our eClinicalWorks Electronic Medical Record system. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Jan 2, 2025

Great News for Our Patients — Agreement reached with Aetna Insurance!

Family Care Associates has reached an agreement with Aetna. This means there will be no lapse in coverage for our patients. Your care remains uninterrupted.

Dec 26, 2024

Holiday Hours

Holiday Hours - Acute Care Only on Dec. 26 from 8-11:30am

Dec 10, 2024

Ashley Kreke, MS, LCPC, is a credentialed Registered Play Therapist

Ashley Kreke, MS, LCPC, earned the prestigious Registered Play Therapist™ credential by the Association for Play Therapy (APT). Kreke is a member of the Behavioral Healthcare Team at FCA.

Dec 9, 2024

Now Hiring at Family Care Associates

Front Desk Receptionist & Medical Office Assistant Needed

Dec 3, 2024

Aetna Insurance contract has been extended until February 1, 2025

Our current Aetna Insurance contract has been extended until February 1, 2025. We will continue to work in good faith to extend the contract.

Dec 2, 2024

RSV Immunization

Protect your infant against RSV with the Beyfortus immunization.

Dec 1, 2024

Walk-Ins Welcome at Family Care Associates

Skip the ER / Urgent Care, and visit Family Care Associates — NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED for current patients.

Oct 22, 2024

Attention Patients with Aetna Insurance Plans

If you are a current patient who is covered under Aetna Health Plans, you may soon be out-of-network at Family Care Associates. Learn more by reading our full letter and/or facebook post.

Sep 27, 2024

FLU CLINIC DATES

TAKE NOTE OF OUR FLU CLINIC DATES AND SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY!

Aug 21, 2024

Considering a vasectomy?

Dr. Crowell is performing vasectomies on Friday evenings between 5-7pm during non-RHC hours at Family Care Associates.

Aug 20, 2024

Effingham Road Construction Update

The City of Effingham has closed Merchant Street to thru traffic, from Eden Drive to Flamingo Avenue.

Jul 15, 2024

Dr. Heischmidt accepting BCBS insurance plans

Dr. Heischmidt once again accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance plans!

Jul 2, 2024

We will be closed on Thursday, July 4th

We wish you a safe and happy 4th of July! We're outlined a few tips for staying safe.

Jun 14, 2024

We're HIRING!

If you're looking for a great opportunity in the healthcare field, and want to work alongside friendly, professional providers, then we want to meet you! Learn more FamilyCareAssocaties.com/Careers

May 20, 2024

Dr. Lance Workman to join FCA in August 2024

Dr. Lance Workman will join FCA in August, and he is currently accepting patients.

Self-Service Patient Check-In

Apr 9, 2024

New Patient Self-Service Check-In Kiosks are OPEN

Patients are encouraged to use the new self-service check-in kiosk to quickly check in and scan their insurance card.

Feb 6, 2024

Fourth & Final Phase of Construction Project Has Begun

Our fourth and final phase is underway! We will soon have new flooring throughout the entire facility, new handicap accessible patient restrooms in the clinical area, and a brand-new nursing area!!

Jan 24, 2024

New On-Site Lab Opening Monday, Jan. 29

New Lab opening on Monday, January 29. For lab-only appointments, simply check in at our Lab Receptionist Desk.

Jan 17, 2024

Both patient entrances are NOW OPEN

We're happy that both the South and the West entrances are open.

Nov 29, 2023

Phase 3/4 of Construction Begins

Both entrances into the practice are now open. You can follow our construction progress on our Facebook page, so be sure to "like" and "follow" us for all the latest news.