Mitchell county, TX

Mitchell County, Texas[edit | edit source]

Mitchell County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, its population was 9,403. Its county seat is Colorado City. The county was created in 1876 and organized in 1881. It is named for Asa and Eli Mitchell, two early settlers and soldiers of the Texas Revolution.

Healthcare in Mitchell County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Mitchell County, Texas is primarily provided by the Mitchell County Hospital District (MCHD) and several private practices.

Mitchell County Hospital District[edit | edit source]

Mitchell County Hospital District (MCHD) is a healthcare provider in Mitchell County, Texas. MCHD operates the Mitchell County Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital located in Colorado City. The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, surgery, and diagnostic imaging.

In addition to the hospital, MCHD operates several clinics throughout the county. These include the Colorado City Clinic, the Westbrook Clinic, and the Loraine Clinic. These clinics provide primary care services to residents of Mitchell County.

Private Practices[edit | edit source]

There are also several private practices in Mitchell County that provide healthcare services. These include the Colorado City Family Medicine Clinic and the Mitchell County Eye Clinic. These clinics offer a range of services including family medicine, optometry, and specialty care.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, Mitchell County has a lower rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. In 2019, the uninsured rate in Mitchell County was 16.7%, compared to the Texas state average of 18.4%.

The leading causes of death in Mitchell County are heart disease and cancer, similar to the rest of the state. However, Mitchell County has a higher rate of death due to chronic lower respiratory diseases compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Mitchell County, Texas is provided by a mix of public and private entities. The Mitchell County Hospital District is the primary provider of healthcare services in the county, operating a hospital and several clinics. There are also several private practices that provide a range of healthcare services. Despite some health challenges, Mitchell County has a lower rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average.

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Primary Care Mitchell county, TX

Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Medical school	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	Address	Address2	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Roach Dee 1275542854		M	Texas A & M University System, Hsc, College Of Medicine	1983	Family Practice				Colorado City	TX	79512
Scott Joseph 1063421428		M	University Of Texas Medical School At Houston	1981	Family Practice				Colorado City	TX	79512