Charles Mix county, SD
Charles Mix County, South Dakota[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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.
WikiMD's DocFinder
Need helping finding a doctor or specialist in the United States? WikiMD can help with over 1 million healthcare providers in all the states and territories encompassing both the primary care and specialist providers. Try the WikiMD's DocFinder.
Primary care[edit source]
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
| 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 |
| South Dakota Physician / Provider Directory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Primary Care | Providing comprehensive primary care including Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Pediatrics | 
|
| Specialists | A full spectrum from Addiction Medicine to Urology, representing diverse specialties | |
| Surgeons | Expertise across disciplines including Cardiac Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and more | |
| Dentists and Other Providers | Detailed listing of Dentists, Podiatrists, Chiropractors, and Optometrists alongside other allied healthcare providers | |
| Hospitals | An overview of Hospitals in South Dakota | |
| World Directory | Explore doctors across the US with WikiMD's DocFinder or global healthcare facilities with the World Directory of Healthsites | |
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
