Community Health & Dental Care, Inc.
Derek Hammacher has a diverse work experience in the healthcare industry. Derek is currently the Chief Administrative Officer at Community Health & Dental Care, Inc. where they oversee the behavioral health program and internship program. Derek has successfully increased patient encounters, claims-driven revenue, and case management encounters throughout their tenure. Prior to this role, Derek worked as the Regional Director at Pathways of Pennsylvania and held various positions at Wedge Recovery Centers, including Program Director and Clinical Director, where they implemented strategies for hiring, clinical practices, and program goals.
Derek Hammacher has a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Clinical Psychology from West Chester University of Pennsylvania. Derek also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Psychology from Eastern University. Additionally, Derek has obtained various certifications including being a Certified Instructor in Verbal Intervention from the Crisis Prevention Institute, an Internationally Accredited 'Triple P' Provider from the Triple P International Pty Ltd, and a Licensed Professional Counselor from The Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors.
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Community Health & Dental Care, Inc.
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- CHDC is a non-profit, community health center created through the generous funding by the Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation along with various other local businesses. - CHDC provides the following healthcare services - Medical, Dental, Vision, Pediatrics, OBGYN, Behavioral Health, Medication Assisted Treatment, Physical Therapy, Podiatry, and Medical Dispensary. - Created to provide accessible, affordable and quality health care to all – which in turn reduces the number of emergency room visits. - Began accepting patients October 2008 with 39 patients during the first three days to a current patient base of over 17,000 (medical & dental patients). - Organized to become the Patient’s Medical Home for preventive care to promote overall well-being. - Free Van/Shuttle service available for our patients with pick-ups scheduled five days a week! - Insurance or no insurance, we accept everyone as patients! Most insurance plans accepted! Sliding fee must be offered to every patient, even if they deny (must sign a form). - Services and sites in scope: Family medical services that include women’s health exams, behavioral health, flu shots, on-site lab services and preventive screenings. - Pediatric care with same day appointments for sick visits, routine physicals and immunizations. - State-of-the-art Dental facility that serves children and adults. - Healthcare discounts for those who qualify. - On-site Case Manager and Referral Assistance available. - Free transportation for CHDC patients (must sign release form). - Expanded evening and weekend hours. - Staff on hand that speak fluent Spanish in order to alleviate any language barriers. - Quality care for the entire family!