Piedmont's Weekly Update
Date: April 10, 2026
Welcome to this week's leadership update. We're committed to keeping you informed about the important developments across our organization, celebrating our team's achievements, and sharing insights that matter to you. This weekly communication is designed to foster transparency, recognize excellence, and strengthen our community as we work together toward our shared mission of serving those who depend on us.
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State & Federal Policy / Advocacy — PHS-All Sites
Protect 340B: Take Action Now 💊
Please take a moment to contact your representative to protect 340B and affordable medications for our communities!
The 340B program is essential to our ability to provide affordable medications and critical health services to the patients who need them most. Your voice matters.

State & Federal Policy / Advocacy — PHS-All Sites
🌷 Spring Advocacy: CHC Funding Update
Spring is in the air, and Community Health Center (CHC) advocates are hard at work cultivating stronger congressional support.
On April 3, the Trump Administration released its FY27 budget proposal. The HHS proposal includes a request for a $19 million increase to support CHCs in expanding access to nutrition services. However, several other healthcare programs are proposed to receive level funding, reductions, or elimination.
While the President's budget reflects the Administration's priorities, Congress ultimately determines final funding decisions. Building strong bipartisan support through the annual appropriations letter remains critical.

📬 Take Action: Send emails and make phone calls urging senators to sign the FY2027 appropriations letter seeking robust CHC funding. 🎯 We are 38% of the way to our goal of 60 signatures (23 senators signed on). ⏰ Deadline: Thursday, April 16
Updates / Announcements — PHS-All Sites
Employee Pulse Survey — Your Feedback Matters 📣
We're excited to launch this year's Pulse Survey—a quicker, more focused way for you to share feedback on what matters most right now. If you were hired prior to January 10th, you'll receive your survey invitation from ReconMr | Insightlink. It only takes a few minutes — but the impact is powerful.
💬 Improved Communication
Weekly updates easier to navigate, leadership communications centralized, and policies now fully accessible in Compliatric.
📊 Risk Coding & Value-Based Care
Launched APCM with CCNC, expanded provider education on billing and coding, and enhanced Value-Based Care support.
⏱️ Access & Efficiency
Updated late arrival policy, standardized scheduling, and preparing for transition to OCHIN EPIC for a seamless experience.
💙 Supporting Our Teams
Scheduling Hub Triage training, expanded language access with translation tablets, and increased cross-team collaboration.
🌱 Patient Experience
Increased outreach to patients with chronic conditions, closing care gaps, and leveraging technology for proactive care.
🌟 Investing in YOU
Leadership training, Spirit committee, wellness incentives (5K runs, Zumba), annual Gala, new employee of month/year program, and more.

👉 Your voice directly shapes decisions, priorities, and improvements across PHS. Every response truly matters. (Our full survey will return in 2027!)
Updates / Announcements — PHS-All Sites
Benefit Update: PERKY Leave Expansion 📅
We're excited to share that Lincoln Financial has expanded its PERKY Leave digital tool, previously focused on maternity leave planning. It now supports a broader range of needs, including medical, caregiving, and parental leave.
With this expansion, PERKY Leave now offers:
  • A step-by-step action plan from preparing for leave through returning to work
  • An interactive calendar to estimate how much time you can take off
  • A breakdown of income replacement across federal, state, and employer benefits
  • Visibility into your specific eligibility for maternity, medical, caregiving, and parental leave programs
  • Guidance on how PTO, disability benefits, and other resources may coordinate
You can save your plan, revisit it anytime, and follow the recommended next steps when you're ready to submit your leave request.

🔗 Access the tool here: https://leave.perky.co/piedmont Questions? Our HR team is always here to help.
PHS Updates / Announcements — PHS-All Sites
⚠️ Emerging Cybersecurity Threat: "ClickFix" Attacks
One of the most active and concerning threats right now is the "ClickFix" attack — designed to trick users into running malicious software on their work device. This is particularly dangerous in healthcare, where a single compromised device can expose sensitive patient data.
A ClickFix attack was cited as the initial access vector in a major ransomware attack on DaVita Inc., a national kidney dialysis firm, in April 2025.
🤖 Fake Verification Prompts
ClickFix attacks often masquerade as "Prove you're not a robot" CAPTCHA-style prompts. If a verification popup asks for anything beyond a simple click or image selection, treat it as suspicious.
📧 Phishing & Malicious Ads
These threats arrive via phishing emails, malicious advertisements (malvertisements), or links in compromised websites. Always verify links before clicking, especially in unsolicited communications.
💻 Asks You to Run Code
A defining characteristic: the fake prompt instructs you to open a terminal, Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Run (Win+R) and paste in code. A real CAPTCHA will NEVER ask you to run anything on your computer.

🚨 Remember: If any website, popup, or prompt ever asks you to open a command prompt or terminal and run code — stop immediately, do not proceed, and report it to the IT Security team right away.
PHS Updates / Announcements — PHS-All Sites
Privileged to Represent Piedmont Health ⛳
We had the privilege of representing Piedmont Health Services at a recent Ronald McDonald House golf tournament.
It was a wonderful opportunity to spread the Piedmont name and talk about the meaningful work we do every day for the communities we serve.
Moments like these remind us how important it is to be present, connected, and visible as an organization that truly cares about its community.
Kudos / Recognition — PHS-All Sites
🌍 Celebrating World Health Day — April 7
This week, we recognize World Health Day — a global reminder of the importance of health, wellness, and access to quality care for all.
At Piedmont Health, this day reflects the heart of our mission: improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve every day.
Thank you to each of our staff members for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to making a difference in the lives of our patients and families.
"Together, we are building healthier communities, one person at a time."
Kudos / Recognition — PHS-All Sites
Kudos: Amy Stewart Completes NACHC Advocacy Leadership Program 🏆
Dr. Amy Stewart, Lead Hygienist, has successfully completed the 8-month National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) Advocacy Leadership Program — alongside 45 healthcare leaders from across the country.
Her final project focused on advancing integrated care funding to support mothers beyond delivery, addressing critical gaps in postpartum care and long-term health outcomes.
Dr. Stewart's dedication to advocacy and community health is an inspiration to all of us at PHS. Congratulations! 🌟
Kudos / Recognition — PHS-All Sites
First bOHP Presentation at Prospect Hill! 🎉
The Dental department's first Baby Oral Health Program (bOHP) presentation was given at the all staff meeting in Prospect Hill — the first location across all PHS sites to receive this presentation!
Special thanks and Kudos to Cheryl and Dr. Zirkel for making it happen. Dr. Zirkel's commitment to bringing this education to the team is a shining example of dental leadership in action.

🦷 Want this for your site? Please reach out to your dental team at your location if you would like this presentation for your staff. Our goal is to double the amount of children we see from ages 0–3 in the year 2026.
Kudos / Recognition — PHS-All Sites
🧘 National Stress Awareness Month — April
April is National Stress Awareness Month, a time to recognize the impact stress can have on our health and well-being — and to encourage healthy ways to manage it.
In the important work we do each day, it is essential to care not only for others but also for ourselves. The dedication our teams show is remarkable, and we want to make sure each of you also takes time to recharge.
Thank you for all you do to support our patients, our communities, and one another. Please remember to take moments to recharge, practice self-care, and prioritize your well-being. 💙
Looking Ahead Together
As we wrap up this week's update, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation for each of you at Piedmont Health Services. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to our mission do not go unnoticed. Every day, you make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve, and your efforts are the driving force behind our success. Remember that you are part of a supportive family here, and together, we can overcome any challenge that comes our way. Let's continue to inspire one another and keep pushing forward with passion and purpose. Thank you for all that you do!
Let us keep shinning together!
¡Sigamos brillando juntos!
"Together, we are building something remarkable—not just programs and services, but a culture of excellence, compassion, and unwavering commitment to those who depend on us."
With gratitude,
Daniella Jaimes-Colina, PhD, MBA, FACHE Chief Executive Officer