Ruston
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shreveportbossieradvocate.com
Four Shreveport area hospitals warned to be more transparent on pricing or be fined
Four northwest Louisiana hospitals have been warned by the federal government to either do better at providing basic pricing information or risk millions in penalties. The hospitals, Louisiana Behavioral Health in Shreveport, Minden Medical Center, Northern Louisiana Medical Center in Ruston and Bienville Medical Center in Arcadia, are on a list of 27 across the state singled out for not disclosing actual prices for common tests and procedures.
lincolnparishjournal.com
EDITORIAL: Mr. Bordelon, Lincoln Parish Deserves Answers
Health care is built on trust. Patients trust physicians with their lives. Families trust hospitals during some of the most difficult moments they will ever face. Communities trust the leaders of those institutions to provide the vision, resources and accountability necessary to deliver quality care. Today, that trust has been...
louisianavoice.com
Ruston online news publication issues a strongly-worded editorial demanding that hospital owner answer questions
An online publication, The Lincoln Parish Journal, has done what the older, established Ruston newspaper has yet to do: publish a scathing editorial demanding that the owner and CEO of Allegiance Health Care meet with local citizens and explain what his plans are for the community’s struggling medical facilities.
lincolnparishjournal.com
LPPJ creates Hospital Service District for parish
The Lincoln Parish Police Jury moved to strengthen local healthcare by adopting an ordinance during Tuesday’s meeting creating Hospital Service District No. 1 for Lincoln Parish. Logan Hunt, chair of the LPPJ’s Economic Development and Long-Range Planning Committee, said the new hospital service district will help protect, strengthen and...
winnparishjournal.com
Winn Community Health Center Welcomes Dr. John Kevill, Adds Neurology Services
Winn Community Health Center is expanding its specialty care services with the addition of Dr. John Kevill to its medical team, bringing expert neurology services directly to the Winnfield community. The addition of neurology services aligns with the health center’s mission to provide accessible, high-quality care to patients close to...
jacksonparishjournal.com
Sandra Waters Named Jackson Parish Hospital WOW Award Recipient
The administration of Jackson Parish Hospital (JPH) is pleased to announce that Sandra Waters has been selected as the recipient of the ‘WOW’ Award for July. As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Radiology Scheduler, Sandra was nominated for her hard work and dedication in managing the Radiology appointment schedule. She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure patients are taken care of and appointments are coordinated efficiently and compassionately.
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Guidance for Behavioral Health breaks ground on new 6,500-square-foot facility in Monroe
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The Monroe Chamber of Commerce announced Guidance for Behavioral Health and owner Roderick “Rod” Williams celebrated the groundbreaking of a new 6,500-square-foot facility in Monroe. Leaders with the behavioral health provider say the expansion reflects continued growth and a deepening commitment to serving individuals...
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New Monroe mental health facility under construction on Stubbs Avenue
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - A new building under construction on Stubbs Avenue in Monroe is set to expand mental health and related support services through Guidance for Behavioral Health, with organizers hoping to open the facility within the next nine months. The expansion is aimed at increasing accessibility to a...
MyArkLaMiss
St. Francis Medical Group opens new clinic near ULM campus & ensures a ribbon cutting July 22nd
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — St. Francis Medical Group, in partnership with the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine (VCOM)-Louisiana, has opened a new primary care clinic in Monroe aimed at expanding healthcare access and providing hands-on training opportunities for future physicians. Located near the University of Louisiana Monroe campus at 105 University Avenue, the clinic […]
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Local Leaders react to report that found 2 dozen alleged violations at North Louisiana Medical Cente
An 87-page HHS/CMS report reviewed more than 30 patient cases at NLMC, and LDH says inspectors will revisit soon. If problems aren’t satisfactorily corrected, the hospital’s Medicare provider agreement could end Aug. 30, 2026; leaders say staffing losses, finances and regional EMS strain are adding pressure as the parish weighs long-term solutions.
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St. Francis Medical Group opens latest clinic
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - St. Francis Medical Group’s latest clinic, in affiliation with VCOM-Louisiana - Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine, is now open offering various services which include, family medicine, obstetrics, pediatrics, geriatrics, sports medicine and osteopathic manipulative medicine. Family medicine resident physicians are now seeing patients at...
WNTZ
St. Francis Medical Center performs first TriClip procedure in Northeast Louisiana
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — St. Francis Medical Center has completed its first TriClip procedure, becoming the first hospital in Northeast Louisiana to offer the minimally invasive treatment for patients with severe tricuspid valve disease. The procedure was performed by interventional cardiologist Dr. Thomas Ross Smith with support from anesthesiologist Dr. Ezekiel Wetzel and the hospital’s […]
MyArkLaMiss
St. Francis Medical Center performs first TriClip procedure in Northeast Louisiana
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — St. Francis Medical Center has completed its first TriClip procedure, becoming the first hospital in Northeast Louisiana to offer the minimally invasive treatment for patients with severe tricuspid valve disease. The procedure was performed by interventional cardiologist Dr. Thomas Ross Smith with support from anesthesiologist Dr. Ezekiel Wetzel and the hospital’s […]
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No nurses, dirty rooms and broken equipment; dozens of alleged violations found at Northern Louisiana Medical Center
RUSTON, La. (KNOE) - Northern Louisiana Medical Center (NLMC) could lose its Medicare provider agreement if systematic changes are not made at the hospital, according to a Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) letter to the hospital dated June 15. According to the letter, action could also be taken against the...
KPLC TV
No nurses, dirty rooms and broken equipment; dozens of alleged violations found at Northern Louisiana Medical Center
RUSTON, La. (KNOE) - Northern Louisiana Medical Center (NLMC) could lose its Medicare provider agreement if systematic changes are not made at the hospital, according to a Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) letter to the hospital dated June 15. According to the letter, action could also be taken against the...
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Local Leaders react to report that found 2 dozen alleged violations at Northern Louisiana Medical Center
RUSTON, La. (KNOE) - Elected leaders in Lincoln Parish are reacting to an 87-page report from the U.S Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), which showed two dozen alleged deficiencies and reviewed more than 30 patient cases at Northern Louisiana Medical Center (NLMC).
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Ochsner LSU Health Monroe earns American Heart Association stroke quality award
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Ochsner LSU Health – Monroe Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award for ensuring stroke patients receive timely, appropriate treatment based on research-based guidelines. The in-hospital program is designed to improve stroke care...
lincolnparishjournal.com
Dr. Eaton joins Haik Humble Eye Center in Ruston
He’s still here in Ruston, doing what he’s has always done: taking great care of patients. When the Vision Center closed, one of the questions we began hearing almost immediately was, “Where did Dr. Eaton go?” Many people assumed he had retired. He didn’t. For...
MyArkLaMiss
Ochsner LSU Health – Monroe Medical Center receives recognition from American Heart Association for stroke care services
MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — Ochsner LSU Health – Monroe Medical Center has earned the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines–Stroke Gold Plus award for meeting national standards in stroke care. Recognition is given to hospitals that deliver timely, evidence-based treatment for stroke, which is a leading cause of death and disability in the U.S. […]
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Two dozen violations found at Northern Louisiana Medical Center
An LDH letter dated June 15 said a hospital survey found NLMC “does not qualify as a provider of service” in the Medicare program and warned its Medicare agreement could be terminated effective Aug. 30, 2026, if problems are not satisfactorily fixed. LDH confirmed NLMC submitted a plan of correction and inspectors will revisit the facility.