August 15, 2019
LifeWise members will be able to access two new primary care centers in Spokane operated by Vera Whole Health scheduled to open January 1. The first center will be located at 1401 E. Trent Avenue and the second center is expected to open later next year.
When fully operational each center will address the whole health of the patient, employing up to 40 people, including doctors, nurses, behavioral health professionals, health coaches, medical assistants, administrative staff and radiology technicians.
Among the innovative and patient-friendly features to be offered at the centers:
- Access to multiple, full-time, dedicated care teams
- 30-60 minute appointments for whole health exams
- 24-7 phone and video access to doctors outside care center hours
- Clear and easy to understand pricing
- One stop shopping that includes prescription fills, lab work, radiology, X-rays, and representatives to answer health insurance and health care questions
- Behavioral health and lifestyle coaching
The centers were designed following months of hands-on collaboration with Spokane consumers to deliver patient-focused personalized care. They are focusing on primary care, because evidence shows that people who visit their family doctors regularly are healthier and have fewer emergency room visits.