Hidalgo County Health Dept. to Unveil First OnMed CareStation Offering No-Cost Primary Care, Sept 3rd

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The CareStation introduces free primary care services at this site, expanding the clinical options available to county residents. Courtesy Image
The CareStation introduces free primary care services at this site, expanding the clinical options available to county residents. Courtesy Image

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The Hidalgo County Health & Human Services Department (HCHD) will host a ribbon cutting for the first OnMed CareStation in the Rio Grande Valley, located at the department’s McAllen Clinic location in Hidalgo County. The CareStation introduces free primary care services at this site, expanding the clinical options available to county residents.

This marks the first OnMed CareStation in the Rio Grande Valley, giving our Hidalgo County residents access to free primary care services, including real time consultations with licensed providers, vital checks, care plans, and referrals, all in a private and secure setting.

WHEN:
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM
WHERE:
Department’s McAllen Clinic location
300 E. Hackberry Ave., McAllen, TX 78501
WHO:●        Hidalgo County Judge Richard Cortez
●        Hidalgo County Precinct 2 Commissioner Eduardo “Eddie” Cantu
●        HCHD Director Dairen Sarmiento Rangel
●        Representatives from OnMed
●        Representatives from Molina Healthcare
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