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Continuum of Care

Assessments are the questions, exams, and tests that tell us what is going on. Some happen in this clinic. Some happen at a hospital or imaging center. All of them should make sense to you before they happen.

Tests, check-ins, and questions that help us understand what you need before we choose a treatment.

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  1. 1 of 4 · What kinds of assessments might I have?

    Pictures, mood questions, walking tests, labs, and your bottles.

    Imaging (such as an X-ray), a short mood screen, how you walk and stand, blood pressure and blood sugar, and a review of every medicine in the house. Not everyone needs all of these.

    A two-question mood screen is not a diagnosis. If it is positive, we connect you with a clinician. Call 911 if you or someone else is in danger now. 988 if someone needs a person now.

  2. 2 of 4 · What if I cannot get to the test?

    Tell us. The barrier is part of the assessment.

    No ride, no one to watch the kids, no money for the copay, or no one who speaks your language — those are reasons a test does not happen. They are not a failing on your part.

    Tell us if getting here is hard. We can help you set up a ride. Most rides must be booked 2–3 business days ahead. Ask about sliding fee and a phone visit when a phone visit is safe. We would rather reschedule than pretend.

  3. 3 of 4 · Will you explain the result?

    Yes — in words you can repeat.

    You should leave knowing whether the result was reassuring, needs a repeat, or changes the plan. A one-page sheet can help you remember why the test was ordered. It is not a copy of the radiology report.

    Your official results live in your medical chart. Ask us how to see your results online.

  4. 4 of 4 · Do I have to say yes to every test?

    No. Ask why, and what happens if we wait.

    That is a fair conversation. Some tests are urgent. Some can wait. You can say you want to think it over.

    If you decline something, we still want you back. The door stays open.

Also in Continuum of Care

TherapiesCounseling, medicines, and equipment, plus referrals for rehab and procedures — with help getting the bottle or walker home.ManagementWhen the intensive treatment is done, you still have a next visit, refills, and a name to call.

Crystal River Health Center, operated by Citrus County Rural Health, Inc., an FQHC Look-Alike. These pages explain how we care for you and your family. Your official medical chart stays at the clinic. For an appointment, call 352-565-7342 (TTY 711). Call 911 if you or someone else is in danger now. 988 if someone needs a person now.

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