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Year In Review 2023

This year has been one of profound resilience and expansion for AltaPointe and the Accordia Health brand, and this annual report is a testament to the transformative impact our organization has had on the lives of the people we serve. At the heart of our success is the strength of the partnerships we have built with fellow providers, the judicial system, law enforcement, and higher education—an interconnected community that embraces and supports one another. This report highlights how our compassionate care contributes to the well-being of the individuals we serve and the communities we call home.

Over the past fiscal year, AltaPointe has experienced remarkable growth, significantly increasing the number of patients served and expanding the range of services provided. In the summer of 2023, the Ashland Outpatient Clinic in Clay County opened for patients, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s unwavering commitment to meeting the communities’ evolving behavioral healthcare needs.

In 2023, AltaPointe’s primary care division, Accordia Health, expanded its holistic healthcare approach through a strategic partnership with USA Health’s Department of Family Medicine. This collaboration unites the shared missions of both organizations through an integrated healthcare delivery clinic.

In our North Region, AltaPointe is very fortunate to have had the opportunity to offer clinic space to two other entities in the Rockford community to enhance healthcare delivery further.  In the fall of 2023, the Alabama Department of Public Health re-established a Coosa County Health Department, and Rockford Pharmacy opened its doors, both occupying available space in the Accordia Health clinic. The collaboration reflects our dedication to enhancing local healthcare accessibility, ensuring the well-being of Coosa County residents, and fostering a healthier community for generations to come.

Across the state, our relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies grew stronger, ensuring a more compassionate and effective approach to addressing mental health emergencies. These collaborations enhance the safety of individuals in crisis and promote a more informed, empathetic response.

As we continue to break stigmas and build hope, we are committed to fostering a culture of wellness. AltaPointe remains dedicated to championing behavioral and primary health equity, ensuring everyone has access to the quality healthcare they deserve regardless of background, circumstance, or where they live.

 

 

Purchasing Department Policies

Contracting Policy

  • Relationships with vendors are managed only through the Purchasing Department.
  • Contract/agreement negotiations are only conducted by the Purchasing Department.
  • No disbursements will be issued without the approval of the Purchasing Department through properly executed Purchase Orders issued prior to the delivery of goods or the performance of services.
  • AltaPointe divisions, programs and locations will obtain the appropriate departmental authorization and contact the Purchasing Department prior to contacting vendors.
  • Contract signing authority is limited to the designated AltaPointe Corporate Officers only.
  • Vendors will adhere to AltaPointe terms & conditions. Any exceptions will need to be reviewed and may promote delays.

Price Parity Policy

  • Vendors will provide pricing consistency across all AltaPointe divisions, programs and locations.
  • Contracts facilitated by the Purchasing Department are applicable to all AltaPointe divisions, programs and locations.

Routine Order Form Policy

  • The Purchasing Department is solely responsible for the addition, deletion, or changes to items on the routine order forms for office and janitorial supplies.
  • The Purchasing Department will not add items where acceptable alternatives are currently in the AltaPointe Purchasing Department order guides.
  • The Purchasing Department will not add items without the additional approval of the upper leadership when additional costs will be incurred.

Vendor Access Policy

  • All vendors must follow each AltaPointe divisions, programs and locations; local access plan, which may include being escorted by AltaPointe staff.
  • Local access plans should include a requirement for the vendor to stipulate the purpose of the visit and whether an advance appointment has been made.
  • The AltaPointe Purchasing Department will assist managers of divisions, programs and locations to insure compliance with their vendor access plans.

No PO – No Pay Policy

  • To ensure AltaPointe pay only for goods and services which have been properly ordered and authorized, invoices must contain a valid PO number for non-routine purchases.
  • The vendor will receive a Purchase Order number from the Purchasing Department prior to any commitment made.
  • Routine purchases for items such as office and janitorial supplies do not require a PO number.
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