Howard county, MO

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Howard County, Missouri[edit | edit source]

Howard County is a county located in the U.S. state of Missouri. As of the 2010 census, the population was 10,144. Its county seat is Fayette. The county was organized January 23, 1816, and named for Benjamin Howard, the first Governor of the Missouri Territory.

Healthcare in Howard County, MO[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Howard County, Missouri is a critical aspect of the county's infrastructure, providing essential medical services to residents of the county. The healthcare system in Howard County includes hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.

Hospitals[edit | edit source]

Fayette Area Community Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Fayette, the county seat of Howard County. It provides emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, and a wide range of other inpatient and outpatient services.

Clinics[edit | edit source]

Howard County Medical Clinic is a primary care clinic located in Fayette. It offers a wide range of services including preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute care.

Long-Term Care Facilities[edit | edit source]

Ashley Manor Care Center is a long-term care facility located in Boonville, MO. It provides skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and a variety of other services to meet the needs of its residents.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

According to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, the leading causes of death in Howard County are heart disease, cancer, and chronic lower respiratory diseases. The county has a higher rate of smoking and obesity compared to the state average, which are significant risk factors for these diseases.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Howard County, Missouri plays a vital role in maintaining the health and well-being of the county's residents. With a range of facilities and services, from hospitals and clinics to long-term care facilities, the county is equipped to meet the healthcare needs of its population.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Howard county, MO



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Bean Alicia 1972629749 F Other 2000 Family Practice Suite 5 Fayette MO 65248
Frazer Kevin 1740418284 M University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine 2009 Family Practice 308 S Church St Fayette MO 65248 6602482217



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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Edelen Ashley 1447793997 F Other 2016 Nurse Practitioner Fayette MO 65248
Williams Leann 1992006399 F Other 2009 Nurse Practitioner Suite 5 Fayette MO 65248


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