Huerfano county, CO
Huerfano County, Colorado[edit | edit source]
Huerfano County is one of the 64 counties in the U.S. state of Colorado. As of the 2010 census, the population was 6,711. The county seat is Walsenburg. The county's name comes from the Spanish word for "orphan," referring to the solitary mountain peak in its eastern part.
Healthcare in Huerfano County[edit | edit source]
Healthcare in Huerfano County is primarily provided by the Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center and the Veterans Community Living Center at Walsenburg, both located in Walsenburg, the county seat.
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center[edit | edit source]
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center is a critical access hospital providing emergency care, surgical services, and inpatient care. It also operates a family clinic and a specialty clinic, offering services such as cardiology, orthopedics, and women's health. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission and is a member of the Colorado Rural Health Center.
Veterans Community Living Center at Walsenburg[edit | edit source]
The Veterans Community Living Center at Walsenburg is a state-operated nursing home providing long-term care to veterans and their spouses. The facility has 120 beds and offers services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and recreational activities. It is accredited by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Health Statistics[edit | edit source]
According to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Huerfano County has a higher rate of hospitalizations for chronic diseases compared to the state average. The county also has a higher percentage of residents without health insurance. Efforts are being made to improve these statistics through community health initiatives and increased access to healthcare services.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
- Huerfano County Official Website
- Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center
- Veterans Community Living Center at Walsenburg
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Huerfano county, CO - Specialists
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
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| Danny Ballenger 1962484717 | M | Loma Linda University School Of Medicine | 1993 | Diagnostic Radiology | 1804 Oakmoor Hts | Colorado Springs | CO | 81089 | 7195847410 | |||
| Greidanus Thomas 1881677961 | MD | M | Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University | 1997 | Emergency Medicine | Walsenburg | CO | 81089 | ||||
| West Walter 1528087962 | M | Howard University College Of Medicine | 1973 | Emergency Medicine | Walsenburg | CO | 81089 |
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| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Education | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
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| Scott Young 1508195181 | M | Other | 2006 | Clinical Psychologist | 1302 Chinook Ln | Pueblo | CO | 81089 | 7195452746 |
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