Austin, TX, 2024 — CommUnityCare Health Centers has been honored by the American Heart Association (AHA) and American Medical Association (AMA) for its outstanding commitment to managing chronic conditions that significantly impact health outcomes.  

CommUnityCare earned three distinctions: the Gold Award for cholesterol management, the Silver Award for blood pressure control, and the Participant Award for diabetes care. Each of these awards reflects a sustained effort to reduce health risks and improve quality of life for patients across Central Texas. 

 

The Check. Change. Control. Cholesterol™ Gold Award is the highest level of recognition in cholesterol management and celebrates CommUnityCare Health Centers’ commitment to reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke through improved cholesterol monitoring and treatment. High cholesterol is a key, controllable risk factor for coronary heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. By achieving this gold standard, CommUnityCare is helping to protect patients from these life-threatening conditions, especially for those who often face barriers to accessing care. 

 

The Target: BP™ Silver Award acknowledges the CommUnityCare team’s progress in controlling blood pressure rates across its patient base. Blood pressure management is essential, as hypertension is a leading contributor to heart disease, strokes, and preventable deaths in the U.S. The Silver Award further recognizes our commitment to accuracy in measurement and adherence to best practices in managing high blood pressure. This effort is particularly vital for vulnerable populations, who are often at greater risk of unmanaged hypertension due to limited access to consistent, affordable healthcare. 

 

The Target: Type 2 Diabetes℠ Participant Award highlights the CommUnityCare team’s proactive approach to managing diabetes and addressing the connection between diabetes and cardiovascular risk factors. The Participant Award acknowledges practices that have taken essential steps in data submission and clinical measure tracking, demonstrating a commitment to quality diabetes care. Given that diabetes disproportionately affects underserved communities, our efforts in this area aim to provide patients with a pathway to better health and prevent further complications. 

 

“We are honored to be recognized for our commitment to delivering evidence-based care,” said Dr. Susan Dubois, Interim Chief Medical Officer at CommUnityCare Health Centers. “These awards affirm our dedication to supporting patients in managing chronic conditions, particularly in low-income and uninsured communities where barriers to care are often highest. Our goal is to empower every patient with the knowledge and resources they need to live healthier lives.” 

These national recognitions underscore CommUnityCare Health Centers’ mission to make high-quality healthcare accessible to all, with a focus on breaking down barriers that often prevent low-income, uninsured, and underinsured individuals from receiving essential care for chronic conditions.