News

Health coverage, benefits, and unemployment updates: COVID-19
As federal and state governments work to protect residents affected by COVID-19, several changes to health coverage and benefits have been put into place.

Homesewn masks welcome - Help extend the life of medical masks
If you're handy with a sewing machine, we invite YOU to sew masks for our teams. Our goal is that washable, homemade masks would help extend the life of our medical masks when worn over them.

COVID-19 and flu vaccination
Open Door follows CDC and Indiana State Department of Health guidance for limiting the spread of COVID-19. Taking precautions to limit patients’ exposure to coronavirus is our priority.

CDC tips for preventing the spread of coronavirus
Open Door follows CDC guidance for preventing spread of illnesses, including COVID-19 (the illness caused by coronavirus). There is currently no vaccine for COVID-19. The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus.

Open Door Health Services named regional "Exemplary Practice"
Open Door Health Services has been named an “Exemplary Practice” by the Great Lakes Practice Transformation Network (GLPTN).

Open Door Family Planning relocates to Madison St.
Beginning January 6, 2020, patients at Open Door Family Planning will receive care in a new location. Services previously provided at 905 S. Walnut Street clinic will relocate to Open Door’s 333 S. Madison St. location in downtown Muncie.

2019 - A Year of Growth
The past year was an exciting one for Open Door—full of growth in our services, growth in our teams, and a continued commitment to serving patients with expert, compassionate care.

Dec. 15: Deadline to enroll in Health Insurance Marketplace
Open enrollment for the Health Insurance Marketplace is happening now
Open Door wants to make sure every resident of East Central Indiana knows two important things about Marketplace open enrollment:

Dentist's advice for keeping teeth healthy during Halloween
Halloween is a sugar-filled holiday for many kids, but Dr. Kimberly Koch, Open Door's Chief Dental Officer, assures us that dentists still love the tricks and treats of this fun day.

Flu shots now available - Schedule or walk in today!
It's not too early to think about the flu shot—in fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), October is the ideal month to receive flu immunization. By receiving it now, your body develops protection before flu outbreaks begin.

Open Door announces addition of pediatric urgent care services
Open Door is pleased to announce the addition of pediatric urgent care services at its newly opened 1651 E. 29th St. location.

Mobile Unit events offer affordable school physicals and immunizations
Open Door is partnering with local agencies and non-profits this summer to ensure children have access to school physicals and immunizations.

Ivan Madrigal receives statewide honor
When Ivan joined the Open Door team as a Medical Translator and Patient Service Representative, he didn’t think of it as anything more than a job.

New Urgent Care location expands walk-in care in Southeast Muncie
Open Door Health Services is expanding access to walk-in medical care on Muncie’s southeast side. Open Door Urgent Care will open Monday, May 6 at 1651 E. 29th Street, next to the south Walmart.

Healthy Hacks - Open Door Dietitians Share Their Own Healthy Snacks and Cost-Saving Tips
For National Nutrition Month, we turned to our Open Door WIC dietitians to learn about their personal nutrition hacks—ways they make their snacking more healthy, or their cooking at home nutritious, simple, and budget-friendly.

Healthy Smiles—9 Food Swaps to Keep Kids' Teeth Cleaner
February is Children’s Dental Health Month, a great time to talk about ways we can help keep our kiddos’ teeth clean and healthy.

#WearRedDay Puts Spotlight on Heart Health
February is American Heart Month—a chance to focus on how we're taking care of our cardiovascular health.

All locations closed Jan. 30 due to extreme cold
All Open Door locations will be CLOSED this Wednesday, Jan. 30. Your safety is our priority during the forecasted frigid temperatures. Schedulers are calling affected patients to adjust appointments.

Successful weight loss—More than calorie counting
In theory, losing weight just takes consuming fewer calories. In practice, lasting weight loss requires food choices that suit your lifestyle and your taste buds.

Ten moments to remember - 2018 in review
From the opening of Muncie West to visits with Santa, we've rounded up a few of our favorite 2018 moments with patients, employees, and the community. Click the bottom-right corner of each image to join us in a look back at the year.