Dr. Holly Jo L. Hodges adds a new role

Dr. Holly Jo L. Hodges has assumed the post of medical director for Central Oregon Independent Practice Associates (COIPA). A family physician whose practice includes obstetrics, Dr. Hodges has been a member of COIPA’s board of directors for several years. Hodges is one of seven physicians associated with Pioneer Health Care Associates in Prineville.

Among many new responsibilities, Dr. Hodges will help the organization develop policies and procedures, monitor credentialing services and review utilization and quality management programs.

“We are thrilled to have her act in this new capacity,” states John Ryan, COIPA associate director.

COIPA is a 640-member nonprofit organization serving a 40,000 square mile area of Central Oregon.

Dr. Hodges' practice is located in the Pioneer Health Care Center, 1103 NE Elm Street, Prineville. The telephone number for appointments is 541-447-3999; for information, call 541-447-6263. She is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.