Chariton, IA

Chariton, IA

Chariton is a city in and the county seat of Lucas County, Iowa, United States. It is the largest town in the county, with a population of approximately 4,321 as of the 2010 census. The city is located in the south-central part of the state, approximately 60 miles southeast of Des Moines.

History[edit | edit source]

Chariton was platted in 1850 and was officially incorporated as a city in 1866. The city was named after the Chariton River, which in turn was named after a French trader named Joseph Chariton.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Chariton is located at 41°1′21″N 93°18′27″W. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.82 square miles, all of it land.

Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]

Chariton is home to several well-known healthcare facilities. These include:
Lucas County Health Center: A critical access hospital that provides a wide range of healthcare services to the residents of Lucas County and surrounding areas. Services include emergency care, surgical services, rehabilitation, and more.
Chariton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center: A skilled nursing facility that provides long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and specialized services for individuals with specific medical needs.
Chariton Family Medical Center: A family practice clinic that provides comprehensive healthcare services, including preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute care.

Education[edit | edit source]

Chariton is served by the Chariton Community School District, which includes an elementary school, a middle school, and a high school.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Chariton is served by U.S. Route 34 and Iowa Highway 14. The city also has a municipal airport, Chariton Municipal Airport.

Notable People[edit | edit source]

Several notable individuals have hailed from Chariton, including former Iowa Governor William L. Harding and professional baseball player Hal Manders.

Primary care doctors in or near Chariton, IA[edit | edit source]

Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Primary specialty	Address	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Stephanie Perkins Mahan 1174937494		F	Family Practice	417 S E St	Corydon	IA	14619	6418722063
Anderson Kenneth 1275513756		M	Family Practice	1200 N 7th St	Chariton	IA	50049	6417743000
Baldwin Linda 1114488244		F	Family Practice		Corydon	IA	50060
Baker Joel 1518943141		M	Family Practice		Humeston	IA	50123
Greg Cohen 1235119736		M	Family Practice	1200 N 7th St	Chariton	IA	61801	6417743000
Stephanie Perkins Mahan 1174937494		F	Family Practice	417 S E St	Corydon	IA	62901	6418722260
Earle Pescatore 1336147693	DO	M	Obstetrics/gynecology	417 S E St	Corydon	IA	60068	6418722260
Earle Pescatore 1336147693	DO	M	Obstetrics/gynecology	417 S E St	Corydon	IA	93003	6418722063

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