Chippewa county, MN
Chippewa County, Minnesota[edit | edit source]
Chippewa County is a county located in the U.S. state of Minnesota. As of the 2020 census, the population was 12,441. Its county seat is Montevideo. The county was formed in 1862 and organized in 1868. It is named after the Chippewa River, which itself is named after the Ojibwe (Chippewa) Native American tribe.
Healthcare in Chippewa County[edit | edit source]
Healthcare in Chippewa County is primarily provided by two main facilities: the Chippewa County Montevideo Hospital and the Johnson Memorial Health Services.
Chippewa County Montevideo Hospital[edit | edit source]
Chippewa County Montevideo Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Montevideo, the county seat. It provides a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency care, surgical services, radiology, and rehabilitation services. The hospital is committed to providing high-quality care and has been recognized for its efforts in improving patient safety and satisfaction.
Johnson Memorial Health Services[edit | edit source]
Johnson Memorial Health Services is a healthcare facility located in Dawson, Minnesota. It offers a variety of services, including primary care, specialty care, and long-term care. The facility is known for its commitment to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves.
Health Statistics in Chippewa County[edit | edit source]
According to the Minnesota Department of Health, Chippewa County has a lower rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. The county also has a higher percentage of adults who have had a routine check-up in the past year compared to the state average.
In terms of health outcomes, Chippewa County has a lower rate of premature death (deaths before age 75) compared to the state average. However, the county has a higher rate of adult smoking and obesity compared to the state average.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Healthcare in Chippewa County is provided by a variety of facilities, with the Chippewa County Montevideo Hospital and Johnson Memorial Health Services being the primary providers. The county has a lower rate of uninsured individuals and a higher rate of routine check-ups compared to the state average. However, there are areas for improvement, such as reducing rates of adult smoking and obesity.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Chippewa county, MN
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dirksen Lana 1316381965 | F | University Of Minnesota Medical School | 2013 | Family Practice | Montevideo | MN | 56265 | |||||
| Krueger Nicholas 1417959768 | MD | M | University Of Minnesota Medical School | 2000 | Family Practice | Obstetrics/gynecology | Montevideo | MN | 56265 | |||
| Novotny Leesa 1225483563 | F | Other | 2015 | Family Practice | 824 N 11th St | Montevideo | MN | 56265 | 3202698877 | |||
| Duenas-barajas Eduardo 1235116914 | M | Other | 1989 | Internal Medicine | Family Practice | Montevideo | MN | 56265 |
Chippewa county, MN - Specialists
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Backes 1871595686 | M | Mayo Medical School | 1985 | Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) | Internal Medicine | 30 S Behl St | Appleton | MN | 56265 | 3202892400 | ||
| Briones Eleazar 1255338067 | MD | M | Other | 1971 | General Surgery | Montevideo | MN | 56265 |
Allied healthcare providers
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Education | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opdahl Brett 1598866584 | M | Northwestern College Of Chiropractic | 1994 | Chiropractic | Montevideo | MN | 56265 | |||||
| Stettner Jessica 1659783389 | F | University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine | 2014 | Nurse Practitioner | Montevideo | MN | 56265 |
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| Primary Care | Providing comprehensive primary care including Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Pediatrics | 
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| Dentists and Other Providers | Detailed listing of Dentists, Podiatrists, Chiropractors, and Optometrists alongside other allied healthcare providers | |
| Hospitals | An overview of Hospitals in Minnesota | |
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