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Kalona and Wapello Long-term Care Providers Named Among Nation’s Finest
Two southeast Iowa long-term care facilities have received an award recognizing commitment to quality care for their residents. Pleasantview Home in Kalona and Wapello Specialty Care, along with 55 other long-term care facilities throughout Iowa, have received the 2026 Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award from the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living.
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Free “Welcome to Medicare” Seminar Registration Due June 8th
Residents who are new to Medicare—or simply want a better understanding of their coverage options—have an opportunity to learn more at an upcoming free seminar in Mount Pleasant. Henry County Health Center’s SHIIP counselors will host a “Welcome to Medicare” seminar on Tuesday, June 16, from 6:30 to...
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Introducing Our Investor: Jefferson County Health Center Clinic
Please join us in welcoming Jefferson County Health Center Clinic as a new Investor of Greater Ottumwa Partners in Progress! 🎉. Located in Wildwood Plaza, Jefferson County Health Center Clinic is helping expand access to quality healthcare in our region while serving patients and families with compassionate care close to home.
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MercyOne Will Have A New President Next Month
A new president will soon be overseeing MercyOne Newton Medical Center and over a dozen other medical centers and hospitals across Iowa. Robert Baxter will become MercyOne’s new president and CEO on June 22, replacing interim President and CEO Michael Taylor. Baxter recently resigned as president of Bon Secours Mercy Health’s northwest Ohio market. Bon Secours Mercy Health is the largest health care system in Ohio. Baxter has worked in health care administration for more than 30 years, and holds an MBA and a master’s in Hospital and Health Administration from the University of Iowa as well as a bachelor’s degree from the University of South Dakota.
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Jefferson County Health Center Welcomes Three New Providers
Jefferson County Health Center is expanding its care team with the addition of three new providers across its Fairfield and Ottumwa clinic locations, strengthening access to healthcare for patients throughout the region. Kim Brown, DNP, MSN, BSN, ARNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC has begun working part-time at JCHC Clinic in Ottumwa as...
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Ottumwa Regional Health Center employees impacted by ‘staffing adjustments’
OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - Ottumwa Regional Health Center tells KYOU and KCRG that it laid of 12 employees on May 7. Ottumwa Regional Health Center specified that nine different operational area were impacted, all non-patient-facing roles. In a statement, Ottumwa Regional Health Center said it “regularly evaluates staffing and operational...
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Rural healthcare challenges continue in Southeast Iowa following River Hills closure announcement
CENTERVILLE, Iowa— River Hills Community Health Center announced its Centerville clinic and River Hills Dental in Richland will close July 31, citing workforce shortages, rising operational costs, reimbursement challenges, and declining sustainability of rural health services. “It is absolutely heartbreaking to see that happen,” said State Rep. Austin Harris...
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Ottumwa Regional Health Center’s Orthopedics Clinic gets an upgrade
OTTUMWA, Iowa - Ottumwa Regional Health Center’s Orthopedics clinic has a few new things- flooring, chairs, office space, but namely, a new provider. Dr. Michael Scherb—who used to practice in Mason City—now joins Dr. Bradley Scott and P.A. Nusaybah Ismail at the clinic, treating issues with the skeletal-muscular system. Dr. Scherb’s arrival comes as the city struggles to attract and retain healthcare providers.
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Healthcare workers raise concerns over access and Medicaid system during discussion with Rob Sand
OTTUMWA, Iowa — Healthcare professionals from the Ottumwa and Des Moines area shared their experiences and frustrations with Iowa Gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand at the Ottumwa Public Library on Thursday. Healthcare workers described overcrowded emergency rooms, staffing shortages, patients waiting hours for critical care, or being denied care altogether.
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Ottumwa Regional Health Center employees impacted by ‘staffing adjustments’
OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - Ottumwa Regional Health Center tells KYOU and KCRG that it laid of 12 employees on May 7. Ottumwa Regional Health Center specified that nine different operational area were impacted, all non-patient-facing roles. In a statement, Ottumwa Regional Health Center said it “regularly evaluates staffing and operational...
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Financial pressures shutter Iowa dental clinics: 4 notes
River Hills Community Health Center, a network of healthcare clinics in Iowa, is closing two of its locations that offer dental services due to financial challenges. 1. The center recently announced it will close its Richland and Centerville clinics July 31. 2. The two closures mean dental services will only...
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River Hills Community Health Center to Close Centerville Clinic in July
River Hills Community Health Center has announced the closure of its Centerville clinic, effective July 31st, 2026, citing ongoing financial and operational challenges facing rural health care providers across Iowa and the nation. The announcement comes shortly after the organization announced the closure of its Richland Dental Clinic in Keokuk County, which was announced April 29th, 2026, also attributed to cuts in insurance funding nationwide. The southeast Iowa region has experienced cuts by many health care providing agencies, reflecting a broader trend affecting rural and community health systems nationwide.
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River Hills Community Health Center to Close Richland Dental Clinic in July
River Hills Community Health Center has announced that its Richland Dental Clinic will close effective July 31st, 2026, following a review of operational needs and long-term sustainability across the organization’s service area. “We are deeply grateful to the Richland community for trusting us with their dental care,” River Hills...
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Sen. Grassley Hears Rural Health Care Concerns During Visit To Mahaska Health
Oskaloosa, Iowa — Doctors and hospital leaders at Mahaska Health told U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley on Wednesday that rural hospitals are being pushed harder than ever as more small-town health care services disappear across Iowa. Grassley met with physicians, administrators, and business leaders at Mahaska Health to talk about...