214 S. Wagner Ave.

Wapakoneta, OH 45895

Phone: (419) 738-3410

Fax: (419) 738-7818

Auglaize County Health Department

Prenatal Clinic

Eligibility:

1. Resident of Ohio

2. Proof of Pregnancy

 

Services Include:

1. Routine prenatal care—Lab tests and Physical examinations

2. Counseling

3. Education

4. Postpartum examination

5. Referrals

6. Care coordination

 

Cost:

Grant funding through the Ohio Department of Health may allow you to receive prenatal care at a reduced rate based on a sliding fee scale.  You will be assessed to receive this discount based on your household income and the number of people supported by that income.  You will receive a bill at the time of services rendered.  Medicaid and private insurance accepted.  Any tests or procedures performed at a hospital or lab other than the health department, will be billed to you.

 

Visits:

You will be seen once a month for the first seven months, every two weeks during the eighth month, and weekly during the ninth month of pregnancy.  You will transfer to the consulting physician @ 36-38 weeks, if no problems prior, to finish prenatal care and deliver at St. Rita’s Medical Center.

 

Your Responsibility:

1. Keep ALL clinic appointments.

2. Bring your first morning urine specimen in a clean container to each visit.

3. Call the clinic with any change in health.

 

Report these symptoms IMMEDIATELY to the Prenatal Clinic or go to the emergency room:

1. Bloody discharge

2. Severe headache

3. Sudden swelling of face, ankles, and feet.

4. Chills and fevers over 101° F.

5. Abdominal Pain

6. Sudden gush of fluid from vagina

7. Frequent burning and painful urination

8. Blurring of vision

9. Decreased or no movement of baby.

 

Pregnancy can cause:

1. Dizziness/fainting

2. Shortness of breath

3. Heartburn/nausea

4. Constipation

5. Hemorrhoids

6. Muscle cramps

7. Varicose veins

8. Swelling of feet

 

Report these conditions during your next visit.

 

Funding:

Ohio Department of Health Grant Funds

 

A non-discrimination facility.  An equal Opportunity Employer and Provider of Services.

Contact Info:

 

Phone:  419-738-3410

Fax: 419-738-7818

Email: bgerstner@auglaizehealth.org