Colfax county, NM

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Colfax County, New Mexico[edit | edit source]

Colfax County is a county in the U.S. state of New Mexico. As of the 2010 census, the population was 13,750. Its county seat is Raton. It is south from the Colorado state line. This county was named for Schuyler Colfax, seventeenth Vice President of the United States, serving under Ulysses S. Grant.

Healthcare in Colfax County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Colfax County is primarily provided by two main facilities: Miners' Colfax Medical Center and Raton Health Center.

Miners' Colfax Medical Center[edit | edit source]

Miners' Colfax Medical Center is a 24-hour healthcare facility that has been serving the Colfax County community since 1906. The center provides a wide range of services including emergency care, surgical services, and a long-term care facility. The hospital is located at 203 Hospital Drive, Raton, NM 87740.

Raton Health Center[edit | edit source]

Raton Health Center is a primary care clinic that provides a variety of services including family medicine, internal medicine, and pediatrics. The center is committed to providing high-quality healthcare to the residents of Colfax County. The clinic is located at 200 Hospital Drive, Raton, NM 87740.

Other Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]

In addition to these two main facilities, there are several other healthcare providers in Colfax County. These include the Colfax County Health Council, which works to improve the health and well-being of county residents, and El Centro Family Health, a network of clinics providing primary care services throughout northern New Mexico.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

According to the New Mexico Department of Health, Colfax County has a lower rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. The county also has a higher rate of healthcare providers per capita, which may contribute to better health outcomes for residents.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Colfax County, New Mexico is comprehensive and accessible, with a variety of facilities and services available to residents. From the Miners' Colfax Medical Center to the Raton Health Center, residents have access to quality care close to home. With the support of the Colfax County Health Council and El Centro Family Health, the county is committed to improving the health and well-being of its residents.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Colfax county, NM



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Brininger Timothy 1124008164 M Ohio State University College Of Medicine 1990 Family Practice Raton NM 87740
Primer Donald 1639276082 M Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine 1990 Family Practice Raton NM 87740
Zmily Misbah 1285735332 MD M Other 1990 Internal Medicine 190 Hospital Dr Raton NM 87740 5754455563



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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Wentling Lisa 1083885560 F Other 2001 Physician Assistant Angel Fire NM 87710


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