New Infusion Services, Quality Awards & More

August is an exciting time at Premier Community HealthCare. As families have started a new school year, we are also celebrating new ways to expand access to care, national recognition for the quality of that care, and the incredible impact our Care Team and community partners continue to make across Pasco and Hernando counties.

This month, we are proud to introduce Infusion Services at our New Port Richey Family Health Center, expanding access to important IV therapies close to home. Leading Premier Infusion Center is Farhan Rehman, MD, Medical Director of Infusion Services. In this newsletter, you can meet Dr. Rehman and learn more about our Infusion Center and the services available.

We celebrated National Health Center week and we are honored to share that Premier has earned four quality badges from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA): National Quality Leader for Behavioral Health, National Quality Leader for Diabetes Health, Advancing Health Information Technology for Quality, and Preventive Health. These recognitions reflect something we see every day at Premier: quality care is a team effort. They represent the dedication of our providers and Care Team Members, the trust and participation of our patients, and our shared commitment to continually improving the health of the communities we serve. We invite you to read more about each recognition and what it means for Premier and our patients.

That commitment to our community was also on full display at this year’s Back to School Festival at Hudson High School. A record 1,500 people from Pasco and Hernando counties joined us for school supplies, physicals, dental screenings and connections to resources available throughout our community. Thank you to our Premier Care Team, community partners, volunteers and everyone who helped make this year’s event such a tremendous success. Most importantly, we wish all of our students, families and educators a healthy and successful school year.

Whether we are introducing a new service, celebrating national recognition, preparing children for school or helping a patient find relief from pain, each of these stories reflects the same commitment: making high-quality, compassionate health care more accessible to the people and families who call our community home.

Thank you for trusting Premier Community HealthCare with your care.

Joey Resnick

President & CEO

Closer to Home, Closer to Care: Premier's New Infusion Center Is Now Open in New Port Richey

This week, Premier officially opened its new Infusion Center in New Port Richey — bringing specialized IV therapies closer to home for patients across Pasco and Hernando counties.

Leading the effort is Dr. Farhan Rehman, a family medicine physician with deep roots at Premier.

"From the moment they step in to the moment they leave, it's really a first-class experience," Rehman says of the care patients can expect.

Read the full story to learn what the center offers, how to get referred, and Dr. Rehman's vision for expanding access to care.

READ THE FULL STORY

Premier Earns Four HRSA Quality Awards

Premier Community HealthCare has earned four 2026 Community Health Quality Recognition (CHQR) awards from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), recognizing our continued commitment to clinical quality, innovation and patient-centered care.

READ MORE ABOUT THE AWARDS

Back-to-School Health & Wellness Event Recap

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Back-to-School Health & Wellness Event! Watch the video for a recap of the event.

A special thank you to Hudson High School for hosting, as well as the Hudson Community Health & Resource Center, our sponsors, donors, and volunteers for helping make this event possible.

And thank you to all the families (more than 1,500 people) who came out to celebrate the start of a healthy school year with us! We’re grateful to be part of such a supportive community.

Big News: $250,000 State Investment Supports Premier's Zephyrhills Renovation Project

We are excited to share that the 2026–27 Florida state budget, signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, includes $250,000 in funding for the renovation of a Premier Community HealthCare center in Zephyrhills. This investment will expand access to behavioral health services, including substance use disorder and opioid use disorder treatment, for local residents, with a focus on those with the greatest needs in our community.

The renovation project will transform underutilized space into dedicated patient care rooms for therapy and counseling services while also expanding the discount pharmacy to better accommodate patient needs. Through this comprehensive renovation, Premier will be able to enhance access to mental health care, substance use disorder treatment, opioid use disorder services, medication management, discount pharmacy services, and coordinated care delivered through the Patient-Centered Medical Home model.

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Leaders

This important investment would not have been possible without the commitment of our state leadership. We extend our sincere gratitude to Governor Ron DeSantis for signing the 2026–27 Florida state budget, and to Senator Danny Burgess and Representative Randy Maggard for their steadfast advocacy and support throughout the legislative process. Thank you for investing in the health, well-being, and future of our community.

Back-to-School Health: Keep the Healthy Habits Going

The school year is here! Help your child start—and stay—on the right track with healthy routines at home. From getting enough sleep to staying hydrated and taking care of their teeth, small habits can make a big difference throughout the school year.

Dedicate a Room

Invest in Premier’s mission and leave a lasting legacy in our community by dedicating a room at our Zephyrhills Family Health Center or Dade City Pharmacy and Behavioral Health renovation projects. Your support helps ensure that high-quality, compassionate care remains accessible to everyone who needs it, today and for generations to come.

Reach out to pchgcares@hcnetwork.org for more information.

Health Insurance for Kids: Florida KidCare Enrollment Reminder

Florida KidCare provides health coverage options for children in Florida, and enrollment is available year-round.

Depending on household size and income, families may qualify for free, low-cost, or full-pay plans that include medical, dental, mental health, and preventive services.

For more information or to explore available options, visit FloridaKidCare.org or call 1-888-540-KIDS (5437).

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