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IFEHC's patients and examinees come from all over the region!
Free Health Clinic Open on Christmas and New Year's
Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic, PLLC, or IFEHC; is a FREE internal medicine (providing some pediatrics) clinic and employment health clinic (mainly performing DOT-CDL physical exams). It is a community-run free clinic located in the periphery of Yellowstone National Park in Idaho Falls Medical District.
Our high-quality care is what
Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic, PLLC, or IFEHC; is a FREE internal medicine (providing some pediatrics) clinic and employment health clinic (mainly performing DOT-CDL physical exams). It is a community-run free clinic located in the periphery of Yellowstone National Park in Idaho Falls Medical District.
Our high-quality care is what sets us apart. These days, many callers who have heard of us by word of mouth do not realize we are completely FREE. They have heard of us for our quality. Many frustrated people go to us for a second or third opinion. To this effect, even high-income people have inquired about our services.
We repeat: our services are FREE. There is NOT a sliding scale. There is NO means testing. We do NOT collect any financial information. The exclusive eligibility requirement is being a permanent resident of the Noncoastal West. We also discourage individuals who are on Medicaid (viz, since they are already insured) unless they are referred to us.
Importantly, we work hard with other players in the healthcare system to coordinate care. On both individual and populations based levels, we work with the departments of health. We work with various specialists and other primary care providers (viz, to ensure smooth transition of care). We work with health insurance brokers. In addition, we work with the Department of Labor, who works hard to overcome barriers for able-body adults to hold gainful employment. Furthermore, it means doing our best to help our patients/examinees access the other free and affordable resources available. We also partner with other free and affordable clinics to find the best possible fits for people's needs.
See later in this section for a list of cases. Please note that many disclaimers are in effect. Many of them are printed in this section. For a full list, go to the About page (IFEHC.com/About). Select the link to Disclosures & Disclaimers.
If you like what we do, please click the link below to donate. However, please be aware we have strong conflict of interest policies (see Disclosures & Disclaimers) preventing us from accepting contributions from employment health examinees.
Free Health Clinic Open on Christmas and New Year's
IFEHC's patients and examinees come from all over the region!
Free Health Clinic Open on Christmas and New Year's
Posted 12/12/2022, revised 12/15/2022.
Date: For Immediate Release.
Contact: Dr. David M. Boren, M.D., Medical Director. See header for details.
Summary: A free health clinic serving lower wage earners who do not qualify for Medicaid will be open on Christmas and New Year's. It does telemedicine throughout Idaho and Utah. It is open 10-10 x
Posted 12/12/2022, revised 12/15/2022.
Date: For Immediate Release.
Contact: Dr. David M. Boren, M.D., Medical Director. See header for details.
Summary: A free health clinic serving lower wage earners who do not qualify for Medicaid will be open on Christmas and New Year's. It does telemedicine throughout Idaho and Utah. It is open 10-10 x 7 days a week, by appointment only. Same day appointments are usually possible.
Story:
The Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic, PLLC, or IFEHC; is proud to announce that its free health clinic for individuals experiencing medical non-emergencies who do not qualify for Medicaid is open Christmas and New Year's from 10 AM MT to 10 PM MT. It serves for free, in Idaho and Utah, permanent residents of the 19 Noncoastal Western states [1].
Same day appointments are usually possible. There is a location in Idaho Falls and now in Boise. It can serve via telemedicine anyone present in Idaho and Utah at the time of service. The scope of care is general medicine and employment health. IFEHC does not provide emergency medicine. If experiencing a medical emergency, people should call 911.
IFEHC prides itself in the quality of its patient care. The by appointment only basis gives patients undivided attention, ensures privacy, and helps eliminate transmission of disease. The Medical Director himself sees all patients. There is no handover. Every patient knows s/he can access the Medical Director 24/7. IFEHC now has a four-year pharmacy fellow as part of its team.
IFEHC is funded by contracts with third parties and donations. Among the sponsors is Lookout Credit Union, who funded its Paid Internship for Aspiring Healthcare Providers. To donate to IFEHC, go to IFEHC.com [2].
About: The Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic, PLLC opened its doors March 30, 2020 and started offering free services in July of 2020. It has a vision of increasing access to quality healthcare among lower middle wage earners in the non-Coastal Western states. Its Medical Director, Dr. David M. Boren, M.D., is board certified by the American Board of Preventive Medicine (ABPM) in Occupational & Environmental Medicine (OEM) and is licensed in Idaho and Utah. He is applying for licenses in the remaining 17 Noncoastal Western States [1].
Endnotes.
1 - The nineteen Noncoastal Western states are AR, AZ, CO, IA, ID, KS, MN, MO, MT, ND, NE, NM, NV, OK, SD, UT, and WY.
2 - Disclaimer that although IFEHC is pro bono, it is NOT a 501(c)(3).
IFEHC's patients and examinees come from all over the region!
IFEHC's patients and examinees come from all over the region!
IFEHC's patients and examinees come from all over the region!
IFEHC is proud to say that its patients and examinees are permanent residents of TEN (10) different states in the Noncoastal West in THREE (3) different time zones!
- Montana
- Idaho
- Utah
- Nevada
- Arizona
- Colorado
- Nebraska
- Wyoming
- Texas
- Louisiana
IFEHC in the News!
Adult Internal Medicine Clinic for Non-Emergencies
IFEHC's patients and examinees come from all over the region!
"A new opportunity for the lower middle range wage earners of the non coastal west has arrived." Local News 8
"This is a much needed community service." TheRev Water Springs Radio
"Idaho Falls doctor seeks to spread awareness about free health care." Post Register
"A new health clinic in Idaho Falls is on a mission to help people by staying
"A new opportunity for the lower middle range wage earners of the non coastal west has arrived." Local News 8
"This is a much needed community service." TheRev Water Springs Radio
"Idaho Falls doctor seeks to spread awareness about free health care." Post Register
"A new health clinic in Idaho Falls is on a mission to help people by staying open late and providing free services." East Idaho News
Click the link to the gallery to view some of the links.
Employment Health Clinic
Adult Internal Medicine Clinic for Non-Emergencies
Adult Internal Medicine Clinic for Non-Emergencies
The Employment Health Clinic free clinic offers many services:
- DOT/CDL medical cards
- Interpreting tuberculosis skin tests
- Respirator medical clearances
- Fitness for duty, including return to work
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Forensic five panel and ten panel urine specimen collections. We do NOT do breathalyzer tests. At the moment, we do
The Employment Health Clinic free clinic offers many services:
- DOT/CDL medical cards
- Interpreting tuberculosis skin tests
- Respirator medical clearances
- Fitness for duty, including return to work
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Forensic five panel and ten panel urine specimen collections. We do NOT do breathalyzer tests. At the moment, we do NOT administer Federal tests.
- Medical review officer (MRO) work for both Federal and non-Federal forensic applications.
- Evaluations for insurance and workers compensation
- Medicolegal consultation
Finishing DOT-CDL driving school? Need CDL recertification for driving a commercial truck or commercial bus? Need medical clearance to wear a respirator? Need a medicolegal expert opinion?
Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic (IFEHC) offers Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) DOT-CDL medical physical examination medical cards as part of its free clinic.
Disclaimer that examinees are not patients and are generally not subject to physician-patient relationship. Exceptions can apply if treatments are given. See our free clinic's terms of service for more details. Effective November 1, 2021; 100% refundable deposits shall be charged of new examinees.
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Consider our DOT-CDL physical exams if you are in Salt Lake City, Rexburg, Pocatello, Blackfoot, Boise, Twin Falls.
Adult Internal Medicine Clinic for Non-Emergencies
Adult Internal Medicine Clinic for Non-Emergencies
Adult Internal Medicine Clinic for Non-Emergencies
The Adult Internal Medicine Free Clinic is a free clinic for non-emergencies. Experiencing a nagging issue? Call our free clinic-adult internal medicine (click Contact at the bottom of the page).
Our free (as opposed to affordable or low-cost) health clinic-internal medicine's following list is not exhaustive - it is growing. It gives an i
The Adult Internal Medicine Free Clinic is a free clinic for non-emergencies. Experiencing a nagging issue? Call our free clinic-adult internal medicine (click Contact at the bottom of the page).
Our free (as opposed to affordable or low-cost) health clinic-internal medicine's following list is not exhaustive - it is growing. It gives an idea of the types of cases (actual and suspected/ruled out) IFEHC's free clinic-adult internal medicine has handled.
- hypertension (elevated blood pressure)
- hypertension - suspected end organ effects on vision (note these were referred out)
- elevated cholesterol
- edema (swelling to feet)
- cellulitis (skin infection)
- fungal infections
- headaches, including migraines
- conjunctivitis (inflammation of the lining of the eyes)
- sinus infection
- sore throat, including strep
- peritonsillar abscess (referral)
- ear infections and inflammations
- urinary tract infections
- suspected kidney disease - specifically proteinuria
- diagnosing pregnancy (NOT managing it or delivering babies)
- sexually transmitted diseases (STD's)
- COVID - outpatient
- influenza
- chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- bronchitis
- colitis
- nausea, including prophylaxis (prevention) of motion sickness
- hypothyroid and hyperthyroid
- diabetes mellitus
- preventive medicine counseling
- requests for refills of (NON-controlled substance) medications such as blood pressure or EpiPen
- restless sleep syndrome
- Outpatient orthopedics, including trauma to distal extremities (shoulders, hands and feet)
- Anxiety
- ADHD
Disclaimer that callers do not become patients at IFEHC's free clinic-adult internal medicine until IFEHC's Medical Director (D.M. Boren, M.D.) agrees to accept them. In addition, any established patients at IFEHC's free clinic-adult internal medicine who fail to follow advice lose their standing as patients. Chronically failing to follow medical advice counts as terminating the physician-patient relationship. For emergencies, call 911. Effective November 1, 2021; 100% refundable deposits shall be charged of new examinees.
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Consider our free (as opposed to low-cost or affordable) clinic if you are in Salt Lake City, Rexburg, Pocatello, Blackfoot, Boise, Twin Falls.
Advocacy
Like what we do? Please donate.
Like what we do? Please donate.
Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic's (IFEHC's) non-partisan initiative that focuses on empowering consumers and workers through public education campaigns. At least one of our major campaigns has been fighting an aggressive war on prescription drug-seeking behaviors. This also includes being a resource. Have a question about the healthc
Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic's (IFEHC's) non-partisan initiative that focuses on empowering consumers and workers through public education campaigns. At least one of our major campaigns has been fighting an aggressive war on prescription drug-seeking behaviors. This also includes being a resource. Have a question about the healthcare system that no one else can answer? Try us. Our free clinics are happy to help in any way we can.
Like what we do? Please donate.
Like what we do? Please donate.
Like what we do? Please donate.
Click the link below to learn more or to donate to our free clinics and other causes. Disclaimer that IFEHC has not attained 501(c)(3) status. Nonetheless, the work we do (i.e.; free clinics including DOT-CDL medical, opportunities for students, and advocacy) is pro bono. Our organization is applying for 501(c)(3) status on the basis that
Click the link below to learn more or to donate to our free clinics and other causes. Disclaimer that IFEHC has not attained 501(c)(3) status. Nonetheless, the work we do (i.e.; free clinics including DOT-CDL medical, opportunities for students, and advocacy) is pro bono. Our organization is applying for 501(c)(3) status on the basis that we are organized exclusively for the charitable, educational, and scientific purposes as set forth in 501(c)(3).
If you live in the general area of Idaho Falls, Rexburg, Blackfoot, Pocatello, Twin Falls, Boise, or Salt Lake City; please consider getting involved as well.
Developments at IFEHC
IFEHC thanks Gov. Brad Little for addressing barriers to outreach.
IFEHC thanks Gov. Brad Little for addressing barriers to outreach.
IFEHC thanks Gov. Brad Little for addressing barriers to outreach.
On October 29, 2021; Governor Brad Little discussed with Medical Director D.M. Boren, M.D., the various barriers to outreach. Dr. Boren felt he gave thoughtful commentary that reflecting complexities on a Federal and state level. Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic, PLLC, or IFEHC; is grateful to Governor Little for his time.
Disclaimer:
On October 29, 2021; Governor Brad Little discussed with Medical Director D.M. Boren, M.D., the various barriers to outreach. Dr. Boren felt he gave thoughtful commentary that reflecting complexities on a Federal and state level. Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic, PLLC, or IFEHC; is grateful to Governor Little for his time.
Disclaimer: IFEHC is a non-politically partisan community run clinic that endorses neither political parties nor candidates for political office.
Paid Internship Sponsored by Lookout Credit Union
IFEHC thanks Gov. Brad Little for addressing barriers to outreach.
IFEHC thanks Gov. Brad Little for addressing barriers to outreach.
On September 15, 2021; Lookout Credit Union agreed to sponsor IFEHC's 2022 Paid Internship for Aspiring Healthcare Professionals. Click the link below to learn more.
Next year, IFEHC also plans to offer a sponsored scholarship to the sum of $10,000. Stay tuned for details to come.
In addition to recognizing Lookout Credit Union, we would li
On September 15, 2021; Lookout Credit Union agreed to sponsor IFEHC's 2022 Paid Internship for Aspiring Healthcare Professionals. Click the link below to learn more.
Next year, IFEHC also plans to offer a sponsored scholarship to the sum of $10,000. Stay tuned for details to come.
In addition to recognizing Lookout Credit Union, we would like to thank several other contributors who have made our free clinics possible:
- SCORE! mentorship
- Assist-to-Sell - The Realty Team, realtor Byron Price
- Riverbend Communications
- Anonymous
- Nathan Dirscherl
IFEHC Thanks the Department of Health for its Donations
IFEHC thanks Gov. Brad Little for addressing barriers to outreach.
IFEHC Thanks the Department of Health for its Donations
IFEHC thanks Eastern Idaho Public Health (District 7), the local department of public health, for its donations.
Dr. Boren addresses Idaho Department of Labor
Dr. Boren Nominated on Radio for Essential Heroes Prize
IFEHC Thanks the Department of Health for its Donations
On November 24, 2021; Medical Director Dr. Boren addressed the Idaho Department of Labor (IDOL). The Department spoke of concerns transitioning the unemployed to employment. Among those transitions is potentially losing access to public aid coverage. We also addressed opportunities for aspiring providers in the region. Dr. Boren left the
On November 24, 2021; Medical Director Dr. Boren addressed the Idaho Department of Labor (IDOL). The Department spoke of concerns transitioning the unemployed to employment. Among those transitions is potentially losing access to public aid coverage. We also addressed opportunities for aspiring providers in the region. Dr. Boren left the discussion (as well as other dialogues) feeling like the local Department of Labor works hard to help people overcome barriers to gainful employment.
Dr. Boren Addresses the Local Exchange Club
Dr. Boren Nominated on Radio for Essential Heroes Prize
Dr. Boren Nominated on Radio for Essential Heroes Prize
On April 19, 2022; Dr. Boren addressed the Exchange Club of Idaho Falls. He introduced his clinic's war on the prescription drug seeking epidemic. He addressed his clinics populations-based medicine initiatives that that address veterans and children.
Dr. Boren Nominated on Radio for Essential Heroes Prize
Dr. Boren Nominated on Radio for Essential Heroes Prize
Dr. Boren Nominated on Radio for Essential Heroes Prize
Medical Director Dr. Boren was grateful to be nominated for Cannonball Radio's Essential Heroes Prize. Mid-February of 2022.
NO STRINGS ATTACHED, but Disclaimers Apply.
No Strings Attached.
No Strings Attached.
No Strings Attached.
IFEHC must be the only free clinic, right? No, we're not the only free clinic. According to freeclinics.com (visited 08/28/2021); there are an estimated 1,893 free and affordable clinics in the Noncoastal West, of which Idaho contributes 48 (excluding IFEHC).
However, we believe we are special. First, we are making a campaign out of promot
IFEHC must be the only free clinic, right? No, we're not the only free clinic. According to freeclinics.com (visited 08/28/2021); there are an estimated 1,893 free and affordable clinics in the Noncoastal West, of which Idaho contributes 48 (excluding IFEHC).
However, we believe we are special. First, we are making a campaign out of promoting all the free clinics. An easy way to improve public health (especially during a pandemic) is to make the public aware of the resources available. Second, we're unaware of any free outpatient clinic open 10-10 x 7 days a week (by appointment only), including holidays that does no means testing whatsoever. We serve even individuals whose incomes place them above the poverty line. Third; we know of no other medical establishment west of the Mississippi, nonprofit or for-profit; where callers speak directly to the Medical Director, who personally schedules appointments.
There are no strings attached. It's pretty simple: we're free, and we're open late. We believe strongly that reducing barriers to healthcare is a critical step towards fighting a pandemic. Thus, we do no means testing whatsoever. We take financially struggling people who fall above the poverty line as well as wealthy people who are dependents on plans and do not want the main policy holder (e.g., parents or spouses) to learn sensitive medical information (e.g., pregnancy or STD). For the adult internal medicine clinic, we do not even require our patients to present government-issued ID's unless there is a legally justified purpose. Note that ID cards must be presented for the services offered by the Employment Health Clinic, as the nature of the work is forensic (i.e., legal) and not patient-care oriented.
However, some disclaimers are in effect. Chief among them: our free clinics do NOT handle medical emergencies, and we are by appointment only. If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911. Please do NOT show up unannounced. If you are considering donating, please be aware IFEHC has not attained 501(c)(3) status. However, we repeat our assurances that the money goes to pro bono work. See the discussion of common sense disclaimers that also apply.
Disclaimers Apply
No Strings Attached.
No Strings Attached.
IFEHC will take all reasonable measures to keep its programs (especially its free clinics) free to the public. However, a few disclaimers are in effect. The following list is NOT exhaustive (see the end of this post for more information).
(1) As many times as we can possibly repeat: if you are experiencing an emergency, call 911.
(2) IF
IFEHC will take all reasonable measures to keep its programs (especially its free clinics) free to the public. However, a few disclaimers are in effect. The following list is NOT exhaustive (see the end of this post for more information).
(1) As many times as we can possibly repeat: if you are experiencing an emergency, call 911.
(2) IFEHC's free clinics do not guarantee their services to everyone who calls. As indicated, IFEHC's free clinics (including DOT-CDL medical) are by appointment only. IFEHC's Medical Director triages all queries and decides whether to offer an appointment at the free clinics. Any conversation with the Medical Director in the absence of a formal evaluation does not constitute a physician-patient relationship. Even after a formal evaluation at the free clinics, the Medical Director still reserves the right to say a case is not appropriate for this clinic. As pertains to the Employment Health Clinic (e.g., forensic medicolegal expert consultation), IFEHC's Medical Director guarantees he will turn down anyone who he believes is dishonest.
(3) IFEHC values patient welfare above all other considerations. If the Medical Director deems a case urgent, he may allow the patient/examinee to defer signing agreements. In accepting treatment/evaluation, the patient/examinee consents to the applicable policies. In continuing to seek services, the patient/examinee consents to updates to applicable policies. You should ask questions if you do NOT understand policies. To reach the clinic for questions, go to the Contact page (IFEHC.com/Contact).
(4) Free simply means IFEHC's free clinics do not generate any revenue. See free clinics' terms of service for a detailed explanation. In the case of service as expert witnesses; it is reasonable to ask for assistance covering undue expenses such as lodging, fax cartridges, or paper. IFEHC will happily absorb up to $25 in costs per case after which it considers costs unduly burdensome.
(5) IFEHC is not guaranteeing its world-class services indefinitely - only for as long as the Medical Director deems it sustainable to render them free of charge. IFEHC reserves the right to, and will, reevaluate at the end of each financial quarter the sustainability of this initiative as well as the measurable effects on the community.
(6) Effective November 1, 2021; IFEHC's free health clinic-internal medicine and free employment health clinic shall charge 100% refundable deposits. See 7Document #315 for details.
(7) Like all American medical facilities, IFEHC's free clinics guarantee medically competent care. In our opinion, our free clinic delivers world-class care. However, neither IFEHC's free clinics nor any other healthcare facility can guarantee results.
(8) In IFEHC's efforts to be transparent, we have highlighted every known place that we have NOT attained 501(c)(3) status. However, our work is entirely pro bono (i.e., free).
For more details, see our Disclaimers & Disclosures statement in the registration section.
For emergencies, call 911.
Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic (IFEHC), PLLC is NOT a hospital and does NOT treat emergencies. Accordingly; if you are experiencing a medical emergency, you should call 911.
Click link for reference list of nearby facilities. Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic (IFEHC) is providing this list as a courtesy and does NOT vouch for the accuracy of the information or the quality of care (i.e., this list is NOT a referral list). If you determine urgent care setting is most appropriate, you are highly encouraged to call facilities to find out their hours of operation. In high likelihood, hours of operation are reduced due to CoVid. These changes may NOT be reflected on websites.
The Novel Coronavirus
Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic's (IFEHC's) response to the Novel Coronavirus
Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic (IFEHC) cares about its employees, its patients, and the public; and is, accordingly, taking steps to address the novel coronavirus (SARS-Cov-2). A respiratory hazard evaluation (see link below) has determined that the engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE) available provide employees a substantially below average risk compared with employees in the same industry (i.e., healthcare) and a below average risk compared with employees in all industries that are currently working. Idaho Falls Employment Health Clinic (IFEHC) minimizes this risk by working on a strict by appointment only basis, which minimizes unnecessary contact. For more information, see the following link.
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