Masking policy

Patients, help us protect our high-risk patients - please wear a mask if you have respiratory symptoms, a positive COVID-19 test, or COVID-19 exposure.

Effective 3/13/23, ARC transitions to optional masking for our staff and physicians, with required masking during specific situations. Read more.

Renewing Medicaid Coverage Update

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government declared a public health emergency (PHE) and passed a law that allowed you to automatically keep your Medicaid coverage (continuous Medicaid). Based on the new federal law, continuous Medicaid eligibility will end on March 31, 2023, so you need to renew your benefits when it’s time to ensure your coverage will continue if you are eligible.

Patients should look for notices from HHSC in YELLOW envelopes that say "ACTION REQUIRED" in RED lettering. Notices will come in the mail and/or via portal if clients chose electronic notices. They should respond quickly when they receive it.

If you don’t respond to renewal or information requests from HHS, you could lose your coverage.

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Actualización Sobre Renovando la Cobertura de Medicaid 

Como respuesta a la pandemia de COVID-19, el gobierno federal declaró una Emergencia de Salud Pública (PHE, por sus siglas en inglés) y aprobó una ley que le permitió a usted mantener automáticamente su cobertura de Medicaid (cobertura continua de Medicaid). Según la nueva ley federal, la elegibilidad para la cobertura continua de Medicaid se terminará el 31 de marzo, de 2023, por eso necesita renovar sus beneficios cuando se llegue el momento para asegurar que su cobertura va a continuar si usted todavía es elegible.

Pacientes deben buscar avisos de la HHSC en sobres AMARILLOS con el texto “ACCIÓN REQUERIDA” en letras ROJAS. Los avisos llegarán por correo y/o a través del portal en línea si los clientes eligieron recibir avisos electrónicos. Deberían responder con rapidez cuando lo reciban. 

Si no responde a las solicitudes de renovación o de información de la HHSC, podría perder su cobertura.

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ARC welcomes Sandra A. Esparza, MD

February 28, 2023 1 min read

Sandra A. Esparza, MD, Same-Day Care doctor at ARC Round Rock and ARC Hutto

We are pleased to announce Sandra A. Esparza, MD, Family Medicine, has joined the Same-Day Care teams at ARC Round Rock and ARC Hutto. 

"My goal is to keep you out of the doctor’s office. If we can properly treat and screen you for conditions that can be prevented, hopefully, in the long run, you will need less medical care. I want you to enjoy life and not be sick!" says Dr. Esparza.

ARC Family Medicine providers focus on the diagnosis and treatment of most general illnesses and injuries. At ARC, our family medicine providers provide the most up-to-date diagnostic and treatment options available.

The value of annual checkups

"A yearly checkup allows your doctor to catch up with you and give you tips to remain healthy. Lots of people hate going to the doctor but going in once a year, at least, may find small problems before they worsen," says Dr. Esparza.

In her free time, Dr. Esparza says, "When I am not working, I try to spend time with family and friends. I love to travel and see different cultures and cities."

Make an appointment at ARC Same-Day Care

Same-Day appointments are available 365 days a year for minor emergencies, including sprains, colds and flu, minor burns, seasonal allergies, and more. Make a Same-Day Care appointment online or by calling 512-272-4636 and pressing '1' to make an appointment. ARC Patient Service Representatives are available 24/7 to schedule an appointment. 

Welcome to Austin Regional Clinic, Dr. Esparza.

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