Medical

Congress has passed H.R. 1, a major update that makes it easier than ever to access Direct Primary Care (DPC). Starting in January 2026, you’ll be able to use your Health Savings Account (HSA) to pay for a DPC membership—removing a long-standing barrier for individuals and businesses alike. This change is a big win for patients who want more time, better communication, and consistent access to their doctor. It’s also a win for employers looking to improve workforce health and reduce long-term costs,” according to Welcome Health, a DPC provider

Nearly 20 hospitals scattered across rural Georgia will benefit from a digital network from some Augusta area technology. The Medical College of Georgia’s Center for Digital Health is working through the Wellstar Digital Care Network to reach patients where they are and provide the right healthcare in the right place at the right time. In the early days of digital medicine, only 30% of patients were able to remain at their local hospital. Now, 70% of patients receive care close to home. “We’ve used telemedicine and digital technologies in the

Humana and its senior-focused primary care brands, CenterWell Senior Primary Care and Conviva expect to add 20-30 clinics in 2025—including Augusta. Some will open inside Walmart locations—though it’s not clear if that will be the Augusta location. As of the end of 2024, the health organizations deliver care to approximately 390,000 seniors in more than 340 centers as of Dec. 31, 2024. The organization focuses on bringing quality, affordable, personalized care to seniors primarily in underserved communities and in areas without access to senior primary care. “With our expansion efforts,