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Borrego Health | Specialty Care Clinics | Become a Patient

33 hours ago BECOME A PATIENT. Thank you for choosing Borrego Health Specialty Clinics as a fundamental part of your health care. We are dedicated to enhancing our services and elevating our level of excellence. If you have any questions regarding our providers and services, please give us a call at ( 760) 676.5800. Make your appointment today, and let us be your medical home. >> Go To The Portal


How do I contact Borrego health patient portal?

If you have not enrolled to the Patient Portal yet, call your clinic or 855-436-1234. Introducing zero touch pre-visit registration powered by HealthAsyst. The Board and leadership of Borrego Health today announced an organization-wide realignment and a new leadership team to enhance the health system’s quality of practice and service.

Why choose Borrego health?

Borrego Health brings a collaborative team approach to behavioral health and mental health therapy sessions. Borrego Health provides preventive and restorative dental services for children and adults in San Diego and Riverside counties.

What kind of pediatric services does Borrego health offer?

Borrego Health provides comprehensive pediatric services to all children and teenagers, from birth to age 18. Borrego Health has urgent care locations in San Diego and Riverside counties that provide walk-in services.

Does Borrego health have urgent care locations in San Diego?

Borrego Health has urgent care locations in San Diego and Riverside counties that provide walk-in services. Borrego Health brings a collaborative team approach to behavioral health and mental health therapy sessions.

Walk-In Medical Visits

Walk-in medical visits are also available. The wait time for a walk-in visit varies from a few minutes to several hours, depending on the urgent needs of other patients.

What to Bring

The medication bottles of your current medications (including vitamins and dietary supplements)

Cost

Borrego Health clinics accept a broad range of payment and insurance plans. Many of our patients qualify for free or low-cost services based on their income and family size. Click here to learn more about our Sliding Fee Discount Program. Any additional questions, please contact your clinic directly.

Questions, Problems or Concerns

We are dedicated to customer service and treating our patients with dignity and concern. We want our patients to feel comfortable asking questions about their care and health issues. If you are dissatisfied with your care for any reason, please contact your clinic directly to speak with the Clinic Manager.

BORREGO HEALTH SPECIALTY CLINICS

Since its establishment, Borrego Health and Borrego Health Specialty Clinics have expanded significantly. Today, we adhere to high standards of patient care and community support. Our services help thousands of patients each year. We are prepared to serve generations of your family, and want to be part of your community.

BORREGO HEALTH

Borrego Health provides high quality, comprehensive, compassionate primary health care to the people in our communities, regardless of their ability to pay. We serve these communities and adjoining regions with respect, dignity, and cultural sensitivity. We desire to be a medical home and safety net for essential health care and social services.

HIPAA & PATIENT RIGHTS

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 mandated changes in federal regulations governing the provision of health benefits, delivery and payment of healthcare services, and security and confidentiality of patient health information.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Borrego Health Specialty Care Clinics consist of a team of professionals committed to the delivery of quality healthcare services to our servicing communities. You can be a part of service expansion, technological advances, and an environment conducive to personal and professional development.

When transitioning care from another provider, it is important that Borrego Health receive a copy of your medical information

When transitioning your care from another provider, it is important that Borrego Health receive a copy of your medical information from your prior provider. You may be required to sign an Authorization for Use or Disclosure of Health Information form to authorize the release of your information to our clinic.

How to manage your condition?

Work with you to develop methods to manage your conditions. Provide you with health education materials and information to help you manage your conditions. Refer you to other medical specialists when necessary. Provide preventative services including screenings for chronic conditions, physicals, and immunizations.

What is a patient centered medical home?

There are many benefits to patients of a patient-centered medical home: You select the Primary Care Provider (PCP) that you prefer. Your PCP practices evidence-based care. This means that your clinician provides you with the health management that has proven to be most effective for your condition.

How long does it take for a PCP to process an urgent referral?

Urgent Referrals: Many health plans require prior authorization for urgent referrals. These requests are usually processed within 72 hours. If your PCP determines that the required care must be provided sooner, you may be referred to the emergency room or another medical facility to provide immediate care.

How long does it take for a referral to be processed?

Routine Referrals: Please allow 7-10 days for the request to be processed. This is necessary to comply with health plan requirements for prior authorization and to comply with any other plan limitations. Every effort will be made to schedule your appointment within 30 days of your referral.

Is Borrego Health confidential?

This information is kept confidential and is only reported in aggregate, which means that your personal information is NOT shared with outside agencies. As an FQHC, Borrego Health also offers discounts for services for low to moderate-income families.

Does Borrego Health have CCS?

Borrego Health also provides assistance with application for various public programs that may assist with the cost of your medical care. You may receive assistance from our Care Coordination Specialists (CCS) in applying for these programs. Please call to schedule an appointment for an assessment prior to receiving care.

Welcome to My Health Rec, Our Patient Portal

My Health Rec is a great way to view, download and transmit your up-to-date health information, all from the convenience and privacy of your own home, or anywhere Internet access is available — 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

How to Get Started

Get started today by enrolling in My Health Rec at your next inpatient visit. You can also set up your own patient portal account by using our self-enrollment tool.