about us

We strive to promote wellness and to restore and improve health by providing the best quality of care possible.

who we are

Patient Centered : A partnership among providers patients and families ensures that patients' needs and preferences are respected and that patients have the education and support they need to make decisions and participate in their own care. Patients are able to access services with shorter waiting times, "after hours" care, 24/7 electronic or telephone access, and strong communication through health IT innovations.

Comprehensive : A team of care providers is wholly accountable for a patient's physical and mental health care needs, including prevention and wellness, acute care, and chronic care.

Accessible : Care is organized across all elements of the broader health care system, including specialty care, hospitals, home health care, community services and support. Newton Family Physicians is also a part of the NC Health Information Exchange. Along with other participating providers NC HIE allows providers access to health information in order to offer you the best healthcare possible.

Beneficiary Information Notice : Newton Family Physicians, PA is Participating in a Medicare Shared Savings Program Accountable Care Organization. See notice documentation here.

Our Use of Technology : At Newton Family Physicians, we are committed to providing high-quality care while maintaining the utmost security and privacy of your health information. As part of our efforts to enhance efficiency and accuracy in documenting your visits, we utilize artificial intelligence (AI) technology within our electronic health records (EHR) system.

Please be assured of the following:
  • Secure and Confidential: All documentation using AI is handled within our secure EHR environment, which adheres to the same rigorous security protocols as the rest of your medical records.
  • No Data Sharing: Your information is not marketed, sold, or given to any third-party companies. The AI is used solely by Newton Family Physicians to support accurate and efficient documentation of your care.
  • For Documentation Only: The AI technology is strictly used to assist our medical staff in creating comprehensive and accurate records of your visits. It does not make clinical decisions or replace our team’s expertise in your care.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly. We value your trust and remain committed to safeguarding your privacy while leveraging technology to improve your healthcare experience.

QUALITY TEAM

Mental Health - Substance Abuse Resources

Counselors at The Cognitive Connection are specialists in behavioral intervention and substance use treatments. They are trained to help people put their lives back on track. We are committed to empowering clients to succeed in daily life functions. We assist our consumers who are having trouble in the areas of school, work, family, friends, substance use and overall mental health. Our services include: Comprehensive Clinical Assessments, DWI Assessments, Outpatient Group Therapy Programs, Individual Treatment Programs, Family Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Intervention (CBI) Programs, Suboxone Programs, Dual Diagnosed Programs and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Programs.

www.thecogcon.com

828-327-6026

929 15th St. NE Building 100

Hickory, NC 28601