Rock county, MN
Rock County, Minnesota[edit | edit source]
Rock County is a county located in the U.S. state of Minnesota. As of the 2020 census, the population was 9,552. The county seat is Luverne. Rock County was formed in 1857 and organized in 1870. It was named for the rocky soil.
Healthcare in Rock County, Minnesota[edit | edit source]
Healthcare is a vital aspect of life in Rock County, Minnesota. The county is home to several healthcare facilities that provide a range of services to the residents. These facilities include hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers.
Sanford Luverne Medical Center[edit | edit source]
Sanford Luverne Medical Center is a major healthcare facility in Rock County. It is a 25-bed critical access hospital that provides a variety of services including emergency care, surgery, radiology, and rehabilitation services. The hospital is part of the larger Sanford Health network, which is one of the largest health systems in the United States.
Rock County Health and Human Services[edit | edit source]
Rock County Health and Human Services is a county agency that provides a variety of health and human services to residents of Rock County. These services include public health, social services, and mental health services. The agency works to promote the health and well-being of all residents of Rock County.
Tuff Memorial Home[edit | edit source]
Tuff Memorial Home is a skilled nursing facility located in Hills, Minnesota. It provides long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and hospice care services. The facility is committed to providing high-quality care to its residents.
Health Statistics in Rock County[edit | edit source]
According to the Minnesota Department of Health, Rock County has a lower rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. The county also has a higher rate of individuals who have received their annual flu shot compared to the state average.
In terms of health outcomes, Rock County ranks well in several areas. The county has a lower rate of premature death, adult smoking, and physical inactivity compared to the state average. However, the county has a higher rate of adult obesity compared to the state average.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Healthcare in Rock County, Minnesota is provided by a variety of facilities and agencies. These include the Sanford Luverne Medical Center, Rock County Health and Human Services, and Tuff Memorial Home. The county also has favorable health statistics in several areas, although there are areas for improvement.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Rock county, MN
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
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| Nolz Zachary 1205128055 | M | Sanford School Of Medicine Of University Of South Dakota | 2011 | Family Practice | Luverne | MN | 56156 | |||||
| Silver Dennis 1780726273 | M | Other | 2005 | Family Practice | Luverne | MN | 56156 | |||||
| Bleeker Jonathan 1457573974 | M | University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine | 2005 | Internal Medicine | 1600 N Kniss Ave | Luverne | MN | 56156 | 5072832321 | |||
| Woodley Nicole 1992148985 | F | University Of Minnesota Medical School | 2013 | Obstetrics/gynecology | Luverne | MN | 56156 |
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| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Education | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
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| Torgerson Nancy 1407985997 | F | Other | 2019 | Physician Assistant | Luverne | MN | 56156 | 5072832321 |
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