Perry county, MS

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Perry County, Mississippi[edit | edit source]

Perry County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the 2010 census, the population was 12,250. The county seat is New Augusta. Perry County is named for the War of 1812 naval hero, Oliver Hazard Perry.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Perry County is located in the southeastern portion of Mississippi and is completely within the Pine Belt region. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 650 square miles, of which 647 square miles is land and 3.2 square miles is water.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 12,250 people living in the county. The racial makeup of the county was 77.1% White, 21.1% Black, 0.4% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 0.9% from two or more races. 1.2% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Healthcare in Perry County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Perry County is primarily provided by two main facilities: Perry County General Hospital and Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc.

Perry County General Hospital[edit | edit source]

Perry County General Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Richton, MS. It offers a variety of services including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, and a skilled nursing facility. The hospital is equipped with modern medical technology and staffed by a team of dedicated healthcare professionals.

Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc.[edit | edit source]

Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc. is a network of community health centers providing comprehensive primary healthcare services to the residents of Perry County and surrounding areas. The organization operates several clinics in the county, offering services such as family medicine, dental care, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.

Education[edit | edit source]

Education in Perry County is provided by the Perry County School District, which includes several elementary, middle, and high schools. The district is committed to providing a quality education for all students, preparing them for success in college, career, and life.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Perry County is served by several major highways, including U.S. Route 98 and Mississippi Highway 29. The county is also home to Perry County Airport, a public use airport located three nautical miles northwest of the central business district of New Augusta.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Perry county, MS



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Conerly Donald 1497761241 M University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine 1974 Family Practice 201 A Bay Ave Richton MS 39476 6015831559
Griffin James 1720274327 M Indiana University School Of Medicine 1976 Family Practice Bldg C Beaumont MS 39423
Griffin James 1720274327 M Indiana University School Of Medicine 1976 Family Practice New Augusta MS 39462
Brahan Robert 1881608586 MD M University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine 1974 Internal Medicine 201 A Bay Ave Richton MS 39476 6015831559



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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Murphree Robin 1164898474 F Other 2014 Nurse Practitioner Bldg C Beaumont MS 39423
Ray Richard 1306147947 M Other 2009 Nurse Practitioner Richton MS 39476


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