Women's Health Resources: Ambulatory Services at Pearl Hall
Crozer-Keystone Health System offers a variety of programs for women who are pregnant, thinking about pregnancy, or who are beyond their reproductive years and who have limited resources. Individuals who are uninsured are assisted in applying for a variety of Medicaid programs if they meet eligibility requirements. Some of those applications can be completed and submitted at Pearl Hall.
Prenatal Care
Medical Assistance (MA) and all of the managed HealthChoice plans cover the cost of prenatal care. All uninsured patients are supported in applying for Medical Assistance during their first prenatal visit. Most uninsured pregnant women will qualify for coverage from the date their application was completed. For anyone ineligible for MA, a self-pay maternity package is available. Financial counseling is available to assist you.
Healthy Beginnings Plus is a program of comprehensive maternity care designed to promote a healthy pregnancy and to support you in giving your baby the best possible start in life. Services that are available as needed through Healthy Beginnings Plus include:
- Confirmation of your pregnancy and determination of your due date
- Regular prenatal check-ups
- Assessment for genetic risk factors and referrals for counseling or testing as needed
- Specialized care for any medical or obstetrical problems that may complicate your pregnancy and/or affect your baby’s well-being
- Laboratory testing, ultrasounds, and other specialized studies as indicated
- Counseling regarding healthy eating and general wellness; referrals to WIC
- Support for reducing or stopping cigarette smoking
- Childbirth education, including tours of the birthing suite and postpartum area within Crozer-Chester Medical Center
- Social service counseling, including emotional support and referrals for drug and/or alcohol use as needed
- Parenting classes
- Postpartum follow-up care
To make an appointment, or for more information, call 610-447-2200.
Ambulatory Services
In addition to providing maternity services, appointments are provided for individuals without health insurance who need the services of an:
- Orthopedic surgeon
- Urologist
- Cardiologist
- General surgeon
Call 610-447-2200 for details and to make an appointment.
Family Planning Services
Family planning services are offered through the Ambulatory Services Department located at Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Pearl Hall. Confidential, comprehensive sexual health services are available to women and men of all ages. Some walk-in hours are also available. Clients 17 years of age and younger receive health services, medications and supplies free of charge.
Women between the ages of 18 and 34 and who are uninsured may be eligible for a Medicaid program called SelectPlan. Applications can be completed by individuals online at www.compass.state.pa.us. Pearl Hall staff will assist in this process as needed. Please bring 2 proofs of income. A picture ID is always necessary to receive medical care and for this application.
Family planning services include:
- Complete health examinations for women, including breast and cervical cancer screening
- Pregnancy testing
- Preconceptual counseling (what to think about before you get pregnant)
- Sexual health counseling, including how to protect yourself from unwanted pregnancy and sexually-transmitted infections
- A broad range of contraceptive methods, including abstinence, emergency contraception and sterilization
- Screening and treatment for sexually-transmitted infections
- HIV prevention counseling, testing and referrals
To make an appointment, or for more information, call 610-447-2200.
Gynecology Services at Pearl Hall
Gynecology services are offered through the Ambulatory Services Department located at Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Pearl Hall. Complete GYN examinations (including screening for breast and cervical cancer) are available.
To make an appointment, or for more information, call (610) 447-2200.
