Lander county, NV

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Lander County, Nevada[edit | edit source]

Lander County is a county located in the U.S. state of Nevada. As of the 2010 census, the population was 5,775. Its county seat is Battle Mountain. Lander County was one of the original nine counties created in 1861. It was named for Frederick W. Lander, chief engineer of a federal wagon route through the area in 1857. He later served as Special Indian Agent in the area, and died during the Civil War in Virginia in 1862 at the rank of brigadier general.

Healthcare in Lander County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare services in Lander County are primarily provided by two main facilities: Battle Mountain General Hospital and Lander County Rural Health Clinic.

Battle Mountain General Hospital[edit | edit source]

Battle Mountain General Hospital is a 25-bed acute care facility located in Battle Mountain, Nevada. The hospital provides a variety of services including emergency care, inpatient care, outpatient services, and long-term care. The hospital is equipped with modern medical technology and staffed by a team of highly trained healthcare professionals.

The hospital's address is 535 South Humboldt Street, Battle Mountain, NV 89820. As of 2020, the hospital's CEO is John Osborn.

Lander County Rural Health Clinic[edit | edit source]

Lander County Rural Health Clinic is a primary care clinic located in Battle Mountain, Nevada. The clinic provides a range of services including family medicine, preventive care, chronic disease management, and women's health services. The clinic is committed to improving the health and well-being of the residents of Lander County.

The clinic's address is 50 E 6th St, Battle Mountain, NV 89820. As of 2020, the clinic's Medical Director is Dr. James Green.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

According to the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services, Lander County has a lower rate of hospitalization and emergency department visits compared to the state average. The county also has a higher rate of individuals without health insurance compared to the state average.

In terms of health behaviors, Lander County has a higher rate of smoking and obesity compared to the state average. The county also has a lower rate of physical activity compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Lander County, Nevada is primarily provided by Battle Mountain General Hospital and Lander County Rural Health Clinic. Despite the challenges associated with providing healthcare in a rural area, these facilities are committed to improving the health and well-being of the residents of Lander County.

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Primary Care Lander county, NV



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Maltinski Genadi 1710966288 MD M Other 1988 Family Practice Battle Mountain NV 89820
Weston Krauss 1154942068 M Other 2020 Family Practice 80 S Martin Luther King Blvd Las Vegas NV 89820 7252284500



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