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Ascent Primary Care is a new independent primary care practice that opened in January, 2025. This is the new home of Dr. Mark Niehaus, who has been practicing in Central Virginia since 2003. Ascent is a part of Privia Health, and Dr. Niehaus will continue to be affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital and specialists.

Ascent accepts the same insurance plans that Dr. Niehaus previously accepted at Sentara Family Medicine at Belvedere. All patient appointments scheduled in 2025 have been transferred to the current schedule with patient approval. Ascent will defer accepting new patients in early 2025 to ensure a smooth transition for existing patients. New patients interested in Ascent Primary Care should check back in April 2025.