Butte county, ID

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Butte County, Idaho[edit | edit source]

Butte County, Idaho is a county located in the U.S. state of Idaho. As of the 2010 census, the population was 2,891. The county seat and largest city is Arco. The county was established in 1917, partitioned from Bingham, Blaine, and Jefferson counties. Butte County is part of the Idaho Falls, ID Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Healthcare in Butte County, Idaho[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Butte County, Idaho is primarily provided by two main facilities: Lost Rivers Medical Center and Steele Memorial Medical Center.

Lost Rivers Medical Center[edit | edit source]

Lost Rivers Medical Center is a critical access hospital located in Arco, Idaho. It provides a range of services including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, long-term care, and home health. The hospital also operates a rural health clinic and provides a range of diagnostic services.

Steele Memorial Medical Center[edit | edit source]

Steele Memorial Medical Center is a critical access hospital located in Salmon, Idaho, serving the healthcare needs of Butte County and surrounding areas. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of services including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital also operates a rural health clinic and a rehabilitation center.

Health Statistics in Butte County, Idaho[edit | edit source]

According to the United States Census Bureau, Butte County has a total area of 2,234 square miles (5,790 km2), of which 2,229 square miles (5,770 km2) is land and 5.2 square miles (13 km2) (0.2%) is water. The county's population density was 1.3 inhabitants per square mile (0.50/km2). There were 1,290 housing units at an average density of 0.6 per square mile (0.23/km2).

In terms of health statistics, according to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, the leading causes of death in Butte County are heart disease, cancer, and chronic lower respiratory diseases. The county has a higher rate of smoking and obesity compared to the state average, which contributes to these health issues.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Butte County, Idaho is primarily provided by Lost Rivers Medical Center and Steele Memorial Medical Center. Both hospitals provide a comprehensive range of services to meet the healthcare needs of the county's residents. Despite the availability of these services, the county faces health challenges such as a higher rate of smoking and obesity compared to the state average.

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Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Pabers John 1750321378 MD M University Of Maryland School Of Medicine 1991 Family Practice Arco ID 83213



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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Unruh Kristy 1629627575 F Other 2019 Nurse Practitioner Arco ID 83213


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