Choctaw county, AL

Choctaw County, Alabama

Choctaw County is a county located in the southwestern part of the U.S. state of Alabama. As of the 2010 census, the population was 13,859. The county seat is Butler. The county was established on December 29, 1847, and named for the Choctaw tribe of American Indians.

Healthcare in Choctaw County

Healthcare in Choctaw County, Alabama is primarily provided by two main facilities: Choctaw General Hospital and Rush Health Systems.

Choctaw General Hospital

Choctaw General Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital located in Butler, Alabama. The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, inpatient care, outpatient services, diagnostic imaging, medical and surgical care, and rehabilitation services. The hospital is part of the Alabama Hospital Association and is accredited by the Joint Commission.

Rush Health Systems

Rush Health Systems is a healthcare system that operates a clinic in Butler, Alabama. The clinic provides primary care services, including preventive care, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses, and health education. The clinic is part of the larger Rush Health Systems network, which includes seven hospitals and more than 50 specialty and primary care practices.

Health Statistics

According to the Alabama Department of Public Health, Choctaw County has a higher rate of diabetes and heart disease compared to the state average. The county also has a higher percentage of adults who smoke and a lower percentage of adults who engage in regular physical activity.

Health Initiatives

Several health initiatives have been implemented in Choctaw County to improve the health of residents. These include the Choctaw County Health Department's efforts to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent chronic diseases, and the Alabama Department of Public Health's initiatives to improve access to healthcare services in rural areas.

See Also

• Healthcare in Alabama
• List of hospitals in Alabama

External Links

• Choctaw General Hospital
• Rush Health Systems
• Alabama Department of Public Health
  

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Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Medical school	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	Address	Address2	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Mahler Lex 1831259043	DO	M	Nova Southeastern College Of Osteo Medicine	1994	Family Practice	Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine			Butler	AL	36904

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