January 2026
Save time in the new year: Use digital options to update info
Happy New Year! We are grateful to care for you and your family in 2026. As you set your New Year's to-dos, we are here to help support your healthcare goals and keep your information up to date. There is no need to update your insurance plan until you have a scheduled visit. At least five days before your appointment, you will receive a text with a link to complete your pre-visit steps and include insurance updates. You will be directed to ARC MyChart where you can navigate to Insurance Summary to update your insurance details before your next visit. This convenient online option prevents the need for you to call to update your info, so your next Austin Regional Clinic (ARC) appointment is seamless.
Manage your loved one’s care with ARC MyChart Proxy Access
With Caregiver Access (also called proxy access), you can schedule loved ones’ appointments, view records, message doctors, and more. Using your ARC MyChart account, go to the Sharing Hub to request a child proxy or share adult proxy access. If you are not a patient, you can request proxy access at the clinic by completing a Caregiver Access Form and presenting photo ID. Some access requires additional paperwork like guardianship or power of attorney forms.
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Some ARC MyChart health info now in Spanish and other languages
ARC is excited to announce that the ARC MyChart Learn More buttons and links now offer health information in Spanish and other languages. These typically appear in your medication lists and lab results. When you land on an article, the language toggle is on the top left side of the page.
More availability in ARC Healthiness Program
We are pleased to share that the ARC Healthiness Program is now accepting new patients. ARC Healthiness offers services to assist patients with weight management using weight-loss medications and bariatric surgery with lifestyle modification and behavioral intervention.
You may be a candidate for weight-loss prescriptions if you’ve faced weight-loss challenges. ARC now offers the option of the FDA-approved Wegovy pill and weight-loss injections for eligible ARC Healthiness patients. Patients must receive medical clearance from an ARC Healthiness physician or advanced practice clinician (APC) before starting the program.
To schedule an appointment or for more information regarding the ARC Healthiness Program, speak with your healthcare team, visit ARChealthiness.com, or call 512-483-9595 Mon - Fri, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Grow your career at ARC, a Top Workplace for third year in a row
We are hiring! Visit the Careers page on our website to explore openings for physicians, advanced practice clinicians (APCs), clinical positions, and administrative roles. When you become part of the team at ARC, you are joining a diverse, top-notch medical organization dedicated to nurturing your professional development and growth. ARC has been repeatedly named a top place to work in the region by our own teams and has also been recognized at the national level for the Top Workplaces USA Award, the Top Workplaces Healthcare Industry Award, and numerous Culture Excellence awards.
ARC’s NormanMD now in App Store and Google Play Store
We are excited to announce that the latest version of the NormanMD app is available to download. NormanMD is ARC’s 24/7 on-demand virtual urgent care platform that offers visits with ARC doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) within minutes. New users can sign up any time at NormanMD.ARC.clinic. Download the latest version on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Read about new features →
ARC Clinical Research brings new treatment options to Central Texas
Clinical research is at the heart of all medical advances and contributes greatly to improving the quality of medicine that is available to you and your loved ones. Participants in research studies — people just like you — are a critical link to making these discoveries possible. Both ARC patients and non-ARC patients who fit the trial eligibility requirements are welcome. Explore our enrolling studies to learn more. For more information, call 737-247-7240.
Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria Clinical Study →
Sanofi PSK05 Clinical Study →
View all enrolling studies →
Is it cedar fever or flu?
As Central Texans navigate peak cedar season and a surge in flu, we are here for you. With overlapping symptoms such as a stuffy nose, sore throat, fatigue, and cough, distinguishing between these conditions can be challenging. Knowing the differences between allergies and flu can help you understand what to do when you experience symptoms.
Learn about the differentiating symptoms on the ARC website →
It's not too late to get a flu vaccine. Book your flu shot today →
Experiencing flu symptoms? Schedule an appointment at ARC
Flu is here. If you are experiencing flu symptoms or have a positive flu test, we are here to help. Flu can vary in severity. An ARC doctor or advanced practice clinician (APC) can help fully assess your condition, address potential complications, and share an individualized treatment plan for children and adults. For a Same-Day or After Hours appointment with an ARC doctor or APC, schedule online or through ARC MyChart. Due to potential risk factors, we cannot provide a prescription for flu without a visit. An in-person visit is the best way to evaluate you.
