Our Mission

Our mission is to provide affordable and comprehensive healthcare with quality services and strong community partnerships.

important office updates, effective 3/26/20

In an effort to prevent and minimize exposure while continuing to provide as many services as possible, the following office changes will be implemented on 3/26/20 and stay in effect for the next 30 days: 

  • Closed to patients: Amelon Square Immediate Care, JHC office co-located in Horizon, Bedford Dental
  • Open for Well visits, Adults only: JHC Downtown
  • Open for Well visits, Adults and Pediatrics: Amherst Community Health Center
  • Open for OB/Acute Pediatrics/Pediatric Dental Emergencies: Lynchburg Women’s & Pediatric Health Services
  • Open for Well visits in the morning, Acute visits in the afternoon: Rustburg Community Health Center and Bedford Community Health Center
  • Both Pharmacies are open and home delivery is available
  • Closed on Saturdays 

 

Additionally, we will only allow ONE visitor to accompany patients to their visit. 

We strongly recommend that you wait in your car until the provider is ready for you – we will give you a call when it is time to come in.

For Behavioral Health patients, most of our counselors and our psychiatrist are seeing patients via telehealth. 

We do have adult and pediatric providers who will see you via telehealth if you do not want to come into the office.

 

Dental Emergency Information

Dental Emergency Information – Spanish

Televisits – What to Expect 

Home Delivery – Pharmacy

For up-to-date information about the Coronavirus, visit the CDC website.

 

CDC WEBSITE

 
As a reminder, we are not able to test for Coronavirus. Please do not schedule an appointment or walk-in to our offices to be tested.
If you have questions on where you can be tested, you can call the Virginia Department of Health 434-477-5900. 

Our Services

Primary Care

Quality, comprehensive health care for adult and pediatric patients.

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Mental Health

Behavioral health services are offered at multiple sites.

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Dental

We strive to meet all of your wellness needs, including dental care.

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Pharmacy

We have our own pharmacy and have a discounted medication program available.

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OB/GYN

Offering a full range of Obstetric and Gynecological services, including delivery.

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Transportation

Free transportation to and from medical appointments for patients living in Amherst and Lynchburg.

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Uninsured?
We offer a reduced fee to patients who do not have health insurance.
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Johnson Health Center is a non-profit, independent, Federally Qualified Health Center serving Lynchburg and the counties of Amherst, Bedford and Campbell. The health center is governed by a board of directors composed of at least 51% of our patient population.
Our mission is to provide affordable and comprehensive healthcare with quality services and strong community partnerships.

Community Health Centers were created 50 years ago in order to increase access to healthcare in medically underserved areas. Johnson Health Center is proud to offer comprehensive primary health care services to anyone seeking care in the community. All insurances are accepted and reduced fees are offered to uninsured and underinsured patients.

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BECOME A PATIENT

In order to become a patient of Johnson Health Center, simply call to schedule your first appointment!

 

How to Get Started

Medical Assistant Program Now Available!

 
Johnson Health Center is partnering with Central Virginia Community College to launch a new Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Program! Visit the link below for application details and important dates. 

 

Program Information

 

What Our Patients Say

“Best Doctors Ever!”

“The staff is very friendly. They know my name, took an interest in my children and myself and made me feel comfortable.”

“I’ve been taking my daughter here since she was born. They have several locations and if unable to get in one, I can be seen at there other location. They even take late appointments after 5:30. I love them- they are great with my child and everyone is always nice!”