Jay county, IN

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Jay County, Indiana[edit | edit source]

  • Jay County is a county located in the U.S. state of Indiana. As of the 2010 census, the population was 21,253. The county seat is Portland. Jay County was formed in 1835 and named for John Jay, the first Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court.

Healthcare in Jay County[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Jay County, Indiana is primarily provided by two main facilities: Jay County Hospital and Meridian Health Services.

Jay County Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Jay County Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Portland, Indiana. It was established in 1905 and has grown to become a comprehensive healthcare system serving the residents of Jay County and surrounding areas. The hospital offers a wide range of services including emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation, and home healthcare.
  • The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission, a national healthcare accreditation organization. In 2019, Jay County Hospital had 1,200 admissions, 4,500 emergency department visits, and performed 500 inpatient and 1,500 outpatient surgeries.

Meridian Health Services[edit | edit source]

  • Meridian Health Services is a regional healthcare provider offering a wide range of services including primary care, mental health services, and addiction treatment. The organization has a clinic in Jay County, located in Portland, Indiana.
  • Meridian Health Services is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). In 2019, the organization served over 40,000 individuals across multiple counties in Indiana.

Public Health in Jay County[edit | edit source]

  • Public health in Jay County is overseen by the Jay County Health Department. The department provides a variety of services to the community including immunizations, health education, and disease prevention programs. In 2019, the department administered over 2,000 immunizations and conducted over 500 health inspections.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Jay County, Indiana is comprehensive and accessible, with two main healthcare providers serving the community. The county's healthcare system is supported by a robust public health department that works to promote health and prevent disease among residents.

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Primary Care Jay county, IN



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Farmer Steven 1568549202 MD M Indiana University School Of Medicine 1993 Family Practice 500 W Votaw St Portland IN 47371 2607267131
Timm Nathan 1902301195 M Indiana University School Of Medicine 2018 Family Practice Portland IN 47371
Voss Yashoba 1639606361 F University Of South Florida College Of Medicine 2017 Obstetrics/gynecology Portland IN 47371



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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Bobay Richard 1881732881 M Other 2006 Nurse Practitioner Portland IN 47371
Nixon Tiffany 1447888474 F Other 2019 Nurse Practitioner Dunkirk IN 47336
Riwitis Cheryl 1710262308 F Other 2010 Nurse Practitioner Convenience Care Portland IN 47371
Torres Kerry 1073092631 F Other 2018 Nurse Practitioner Portland IN 47371
Trambadia Jay 1306253919 M Other 2018 Nurse Practitioner Portland IN 47371 2607033312
Adams Roy 1225013873 M Other 1981 Physical Therapy Portland IN 47371
Schott Lauren 1831787183 F Other 2015 Physical Therapy Portland IN 47371


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