Rural Health Corporation of Northeastern PA

Rural Health Corporation of Northeastern PA is a medical center in Wilkes-Barre Township, Pennsylvania, providing comprehensive primary care, dental services, pharmacy care, and pediatric health services to patients across northeastern Pennsylvania. Serving communities including Nuremburg, Exeter Township, Falls, Freeland, Hazleton, Monroe Township, Shickshinny, Edwardsville, and Laporte, the organization delivers trusted, family-centered care with a focus on prevention and accessibility. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), it offers services on a sliding fee scale based on federal poverty guidelines, ensuring care is available regardless of insurance status. The center maintains a 5.00 rating from one verified review, reflecting strong patient satisfaction.

Founded in 1971, Rural Health Corporation has built a long-standing reputation for quality, patient-focused care. The organization operates under a structured leadership model, with Charles Leo as President & Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Mary Elizabeth Sokach serving as Chief Clinical Director, and Linda Dorrance as Human Resources Director. Its services include primary care, dental care, pharmacy services, and pediatric care, all delivered with an emphasis on continuity and preventive medicine. The center accepts major insurance providers, including Geisinger Health Plan, Highmark Blue Cross, Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna, Humana, and others, while also offering care on a discounted or free basis for qualifying patients.

Located on East End Centre, the medical center sits approximately a quarter-mile from the North Cross Valley Expressway and a short distance from Scouton Lee Park and the Wilkes-Barre East End Fire station. It is also near the John Heinz Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine and MedExpress Urgent Care, both within a half-mile radius.

The organization demonstrates strong digital presence and credibility, with a website that search engines read cleanly and well-documented business information available across the web. This consistency enhances its visibility and trustworthiness in local health services.

As a cornerstone of healthcare in Wilkes-Barre Township, Rural Health Corporation continues to deliver essential, accessible medical services to the region’s diverse communities.

Services:

• Dental Health
• Homeless Clinic
• Pharmacy Services
• Primary Care