Charles Mix county, SD

Charles Mix County, South Dakota

Charles Mix County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Dakota. As of the 2010 census, the population was 9,129. Its county seat is Lake Andes. The county was created in 1862 and organized in 1879. It was named for Charles Eli Mix, an official in the United States Bureau of Indian Affairs for several years.

Healthcare in Charles Mix County

Healthcare is a vital aspect of life in Charles Mix County, with several healthcare facilities providing a range of services to the residents. These facilities include hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers.

Wagner Community Memorial Hospital - Avera

Wagner Community Memorial Hospital - Avera is a critical access hospital located in Wagner, SD. It offers a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, radiology, and more. The hospital is part of the Avera Health network, a regional health system that spans South Dakota and surrounding states.

Platte Health Center - Avera

Platte Health Center - Avera is a primary care clinic located in Platte, SD. It provides a variety of services including family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, and more. The clinic is also part of the Avera Health network.

Dakota Plains Surgical Center

Dakota Plains Surgical Center is a specialized healthcare facility located in Lake Andes, SD. It offers a range of surgical services, with a focus on orthopedic surgery.

Health Statistics

According to the South Dakota Department of Health, Charles Mix County has a lower rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. The county also has a higher rate of individuals receiving Medicaid and a lower rate of individuals receiving Medicare.

Health Challenges

Like many rural counties, Charles Mix County faces several health challenges. These include a higher rate of chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease, a higher rate of smoking, and a lower rate of physical activity compared to urban areas.

Conclusion

Healthcare in Charles Mix County is provided by a variety of facilities, each offering a range of services to meet the needs of the community. Despite facing several health challenges, the county continues to strive to improve the health and well-being of its residents.

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Primary care

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• General practice doctors
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• Pediatricians
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Primary Care Charles Mix county, SD

Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Medical school	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	Address	Address2	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Batoon Nelson 1689831547		M	Other	1998	Family Practice		601 E 7th St		Platte	SD	57369	6053373364

Charles Mix county, SD - Specialists

• Addiction medicine doctors
• Advanced heart failure and transplant cardiologists
• Allergy/immunology doctors
• Anesthesiologists
• Cardiac electrophysiologists
• Cardiologists
• Dermatologists
• More...

Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Medical school	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	Address	Address2	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Chris Krouse 1508870619	DO	M	Other	2001	Orthopedic Surgery		525 N Foster St		Mitchell	SD	57369

Allied healthcare providers

Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Education	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	Address	Address2	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Leader Stephanie 1184050437		F	Other	2013	Nurse Practitioner				Platte	SD	57369
Mahony Aimy 1992217988		F	Other	2017	Nurse Practitioner				Wagner	SD	57380
Pistulka Kenzie 1750001970		F	Other	2021	Nurse Practitioner				Wagner	SD	57380
Veurink April 1154997880		F	Other	2021	Nurse Practitioner				Platte	SD	57369
Kirwan Jerika 1174906705		F	University Of Missouri St Louis - School Of Optometry	2015	Optometry				Wagner	SD	57380

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