Kearney county, NE

From WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Kearney County, Nebraska[edit | edit source]

Kearney County is a county located in the U.S. state of Nebraska. As of the 2020 census, the population was 6,495. Its county seat is Minden. The county was named after Fort Kearny, which in turn was named after Colonel Stephen W. Kearny.

Healthcare in Kearney County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Kearney County is primarily provided by the Kearney County Health Services (KCHS), a comprehensive healthcare system that serves the residents of Kearney County and surrounding areas.

Kearney County Health Services[edit | edit source]

Kearney County Health Services (KCHS) is a locally controlled healthcare facility, which provides a whole-life care approach for the residents of Kearney County. KCHS operates a critical access hospital in Minden, offering emergency services, inpatient care, and a wide range of specialty clinics.

Services[edit | edit source]

KCHS offers a variety of services including:

  • Emergency Services: The Emergency Department at KCHS is staffed 24/7 by trained emergency physicians and nurses.
  • Primary Healthcare: KCHS provides comprehensive primary care services, including preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute care.
  • Specialty Clinics: KCHS hosts a number of specialty clinics, bringing in specialists from areas such as cardiology, orthopedics, and women's health.
  • Long-Term Care: Kearney County Hospital Long Term Care Unit provides skilled nursing care for residents who require assistance with activities of daily living.

Facilities[edit | edit source]

KCHS operates several facilities in Kearney County:

  • Kearney County Hospital: A 20-bed critical access hospital located in Minden.
  • Kearney County Clinic: A primary care clinic offering a wide range of services.
  • Long Term Care Unit: A skilled nursing facility attached to the hospital.

Other Healthcare Facilities in Kearney County[edit | edit source]

In addition to KCHS, there are several other healthcare providers in Kearney County:

  • Minden Medical Clinic: A private practice offering primary care services.
  • Bethany Home: A non-profit, faith-based organization providing assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Kearney County, Nebraska is comprehensive and community-focused, with a range of services provided by Kearney County Health Services and other local providers. The county's healthcare system is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of its residents, providing quality care close to home.

WikiMD's DocFinder

Healthcare provider

Need helping finding a doctor or specialist in the United States? WikiMD can help with over 1 million healthcare providers in all the states and territories encompassing both the primary care and specialist providers. Try the WikiMD's DocFinder.

Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Kearney county, NE



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Althouse Douglas 1447283601 MD M University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine 2003 Family Practice Minden NE 68959
Craig John 1477999423 M Other 2013 Family Practice Minden NE 68959
Mikus Stephen 1598086050 M Other 2010 Internal Medicine 1044 23 Rd Axtell NE 68924 3087432401
Uddin Imad 1245498906 M Other 2008 Internal Medicine 1044 23 Rd Axtell NE 68924 3087432401



Kearney county, NE - Specialists


No results

Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Rodriguez Patricia 1801385281 F Other 1998 Qualified Speech Language Pathologist 110 W 5th St Lexington NE 68959 3083243700


Nebraska Physician / Provider Directory
Primary Care Providing comprehensive primary care including Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Pediatrics Doctors in Nebraska
Specialists A full spectrum from Addiction Medicine to Urology, representing diverse specialties
Surgeons Expertise across disciplines including Cardiac Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and more
Dentists and Other Providers Detailed listing of Dentists, Podiatrists, Chiropractors, and Optometrists alongside other allied healthcare providers
Hospitals An overview of Hospitals in Nebraska
World Directory Explore doctors across the US with WikiMD's DocFinder or global healthcare facilities with the World Directory of Healthsites
WikiMD
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Search WikiMD

Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Let Food Be Thy Medicine
Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates

Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.

Retrieved from "https://wikimd.com/w/index.php?title=Kearney_county,_NE&oldid=5161149"

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD