Southwest Montana Community Health Center (SWMTCHC) has received three prestigious 2025 Community Health Quality Recognition (CHQR) awards from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), highlighting their commitment to providing exceptional healthcare services to Southwest Montana residents.
Recognition of Excellence
The non-profit healthcare provider achieved Silver status as a Health Center Quality Leader, moving up from its Bronze designation in 2024. This advancement places SWMTCHC among the top 11-20% of health centers nationwide for quality of care, reflecting their dedication to continuous improvement in service delivery.
In addition to the Silver status, SWMTCHC received the new High-Value Care Award, a distinction earned by only 10% of health centers across the country. This award recognizes health centers that successfully improve quality scores while maintaining costs below national benchmarks—a testament to SWMTCHC’s ability to provide affordable, high-quality healthcare services.
The center also received the Advancing Health IT for Quality Award, acknowledging their effective use of technology such as telehealth and secure data exchange to enhance patient care.
Community Impact
These recognitions underscore SWMTCHC’s vital role in the healthcare landscape of Southwest Montana. With locations in Butte, Dillon, and Anaconda, the center serves nearly 13,000 patients annually, providing comprehensive medical, dental, pharmacy, and behavioral health services.
CHQR badges are awarded yearly based on the latest Uniform Data System reporting and recognize Health Center Program awardees that have achieved quality performance in access, clinical quality, health outcomes, and health information technology.
Commitment to Accessible Healthcare
Established in 1986, Southwest Montana Community Health Center operates as a mission-driven, private, nonprofit organization governed by a community volunteer board of directors. Their continued recognition demonstrates an ongoing commitment to ensuring all patients in southwest Montana have access to comprehensive healthcare, regardless of insurance status.
For those seeking quality healthcare services in Southwest Montana, SWMTCHC offers a sliding fee scale to make care accessible to everyone in the community.
To learn more about Southwest Montana Community Health Center’s services or to schedule an appointment, visit their website at www.blacktailhealth.org.
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