Big Horn county, MT

Big Horn County, Montana[edit | edit source]

Big Horn County is a county located in the U.S. state of Montana. As of the 2020 census, the population was 13,343. The county seat is Hardin. The county, like the river and mountain range, is named for the bighorn sheep in the Rocky Mountains. The county was established in 1913 and is located in the southeastern area of the state.

Healthcare in Big Horn County, Montana[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Big Horn County, Montana is primarily provided by two main facilities: Big Horn County Memorial Hospital and Crow/Northern Cheyenne Hospital.

Big Horn County Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]

Big Horn County Memorial Hospital is a general medical and surgical facility located in Hardin, Montana. It is a critical access hospital, offering both inpatient and outpatient services. The hospital has a 24-hour emergency department, a radiology department, a laboratory, and a pharmacy. It also offers specialty clinics in cardiology, orthopedics, and women's health.

Crow/Northern Cheyenne Hospital[edit | edit source]

Crow/Northern Cheyenne Hospital is a government-run hospital located on the Crow Indian Reservation in Crow Agency, Montana. It is managed by the Indian Health Service (IHS), a federal health program for American Indians and Alaska Natives. The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, inpatient care, outpatient services, dental care, and mental health services.

Health Statistics in Big Horn County, Montana[edit | edit source]

According to the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Big Horn County has a higher rate of health issues compared to the state average. The county has higher rates of diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. The suicide rate in Big Horn County is also higher than the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Big Horn County, Montana is a critical issue due to the county's rural location and the health disparities among its residents. The two main healthcare facilities, Big Horn County Memorial Hospital and Crow/Northern Cheyenne Hospital, play a vital role in providing necessary medical services to the county's residents. However, there is a need for more resources and services to address the health issues prevalent in the county.

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Primary care[edit source]

Primary Care Big Horn county, MT

Provider page	Gender	Medical school	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Address	City	State	ZIP
Blumell Bryan 1376926543	M	Other	2010	Family Practice		Hardin	MT	59034
Cancro Christopher 1275796997	M	New York University School Of Medicine	2004	Family Practice	16 N Miles Ave	Hardin	MT	59034
Fordham Janice 1609197433	F	Other	2010	Family Practice	16 N Miles Ave	Hardin	MT	59034
Bruen Erica 1689891806	F	University Of Utah School Of Medicine	2004	Internal Medicine	16 N Miles Ave	Hardin	MT	59034