Community Care of NC

Drs Conrad L Flick and Christoph Diasio lay out CCPN's plans to address primary care challenges for 2027 and beyond. #CCPN2026

Dr Sheryl Leidecker describes how a simple workflow change in her practice boosted performance on STI testing from 36% to over 70% in just six months. #CPCN2026

Spring check-in: are your patients up to date on screenings and annual visits? Quick checklist: -Identify patients due for screenings -Prioritize high-risk patients -Plan outreach -Clarify team roles -Use visits to close care gaps

Happy #NationalNursesWeek! Thank you to nurses for the care, expertise, and compassion you bring every day to ensure patients get the support they need.

May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth. Addressing mental health alongside physical health helps improve patient outcomes.

Community Care CONNECTED meets Thurs., May 7 at 12:15 p.m. Hear from #CCPN leaders and connect with peers strengthening #PrimaryCare across #NC. Registration details were shared in the member newsletter.

CCPN announces keynote panelists for “AI in Primary Care: Promises, Pitfalls, and Practical Realities”: McNeill, MD: Health IT leader Nanney, JD: Healthcare attorney McWilliams, MD: AI innovation executive Join us May 29-30 in Greensboro.

CCNC featured in the @NCMedJ: Lydia Newman, Stan Taylor, Denise Levis-Hewson, and Dr. Tom Wroth examine how primary care is adapting to Medicaid Managed Care in NC and what comes next. Read more: bit.ly/4cDWxkd

Practice Spotlight: Nearly 300 children and families joined Mountain View Pediatrics for “Operation Kids Health,” a free wellness event in Morganton featuring 30+ community partners, health education, and safety demonstrations.

Flu vaccination is part of pediatric preventive care. Providers can support families by answering questions, reinforcing timely immunization, and helping pediatric patients stay protected. #Immunizations #PediatricCare

April 16 is #NationalHealthcareDecisionsDay. Providers, use this time to encourage advance care planning and ensure patient wishes are clearly documented. Learn more: bit.ly/4smqNXl

Join your peers from across North Carolina at the 2026 CCPN Annual Clinician Conference in Greensboro, where top-performing practices will be recognized for leadership in Combo 10, Cervical Cancer Screening, and Colorectal Cancer Screening.

Breast cancer screening supports early detection. Routine mammograms can identify cancer early, when treatment is most effective. Encourage patients to stay up to date on recommended screenings. #BreastCancerAwareness #PreventiveCare

The challenge isn’t just care delivery, it’s everything around it. CCNC’s care continuum connects the clinical, operational, and financial pieces so practices can move forward with a more coordinated approach. #PrimaryCare #ValueBasedCare

April 6-12 is #NationalPublicHealthWeek: bit.ly/4s6TaJ6 Public health plays a key role in keeping communities healthy, from prevention and education to improving access to care. For practices and providers, this work is part of everyday care delivery.

CCPN’s Dyad team connects physicians and practice managers to provide peer-to-peer support for practices. This free resource helps members navigate value-based care and practice operations with guidance from experienced peers. Connect with your regional Dyad team to learn more.

Early detection can save lives. April is National Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month. @preventcancer underscores the role of screenings, #vaccination, and prevention in reducing #cancer risk. Providers, use this month to close care gaps and reinforce early detection.

April is #WorldAutismMonth. The @CDC reports that 1 in 31 children in the U.S. has autism spectrum disorder. Early identification and access to care can improve outcomes. This month highlights the importance of screening, support, and inclusive care.

The 2026 CCPN Annual Clinician Conference will be May 29-30 at the Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons. The event includes educational topics, engaging breakout sessions, and opportunities to connect with fellow clinicians. Email [email protected] to join CCPN.

CCNC leadership and the CCNC Cares Committee spent last week in Charlotte preparing food shipments for those in need and strengthening leadership through sessions on relational excellence and change leadership. #CommunityHealth #Teamwork #CCNC