Chickasaw county, MS

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Chickasaw County, Mississippi[edit | edit source]

  • Chickasaw County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the 2010 census, the population was 17,392. Its county seats are Houston and Okolona. The county is named for the Chickasaw tribe of Native Americans, who long occupied this territory as their historic lands.

Healthcare in Chickasaw County[edit | edit source]

Trace Regional Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Trace Regional Hospital is a general medical and surgical facility located in Houston, Mississippi. It is a 84-bed facility that provides a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital also offers specialized services such as cardiology, orthopedics, and women's health.

Floy Dyer Manor Nursing Home[edit | edit source]

  • Floy Dyer Manor Nursing Home is a long-term care facility located in Houston, Mississippi. It provides a range of services including skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and hospice care. The facility is known for its compassionate care and commitment to improving the quality of life for its residents.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

  • According to the United States Census Bureau, Chickasaw County has a total area of 504 square miles (1,310 km2), of which 502 square miles (1,300 km2) is land and 2.2 square miles (5.7 km2) (0.4%) is water. The county's population density was 34.7 inhabitants per square mile (13.4/km2).
  • In terms of healthcare, Chickasaw County has a lower than average number of primary care physicians per capita compared to the national average. The county also has a higher than average rate of preventable hospital stays.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Chickasaw County, Mississippi is a critical aspect of the community. With facilities like Trace Regional Hospital and Floy Dyer Manor Nursing Home, residents have access to a range of healthcare services. However, there is still room for improvement in terms of access to primary care and prevention of hospital stays.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Chickasaw county, MS



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Morgan William 1316477607 M University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine 2017 Family Practice 208 Country Club Rd Houston MS 38851 6626281337
Smith Donald 1386600427 M West Virginia School Of Osteopathic Medicine 1984 Family Practice Okolona MS 38860



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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Rutherford Joseph 1629154968 DC M Life Chiropractic College 2000 Chiropractic Houston MS 38851
Langley William 1699151480 M Other 2015 Physical Therapy Suite B Houston MS 38851
Tapley Clarence 1376978361 M Other 1991 Physical Therapy Suite 2 Houston MS 38851


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