Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Community Hospital in Ainsworth, NE
Brown County Hospital has been dedicated to serving our community since 1971. As a county-owned organization, we prioritize integrity, excellence, and compassion in delivering accessible, patient-centered healthcare. Our experienced team provides comprehensive services ranging from emergency care to specialized treatments, ensuring residents can receive high-quality medical attention close to home. We adhere to rigorous industry standards, including CLIA certification for our laboratory, and maintain partnerships with visiting specialists across multiple disciplines.Our mission focuses on improving community health outcomes while upholding ethical practices through transparent financial assistance programs and a commitment to treating every patient with dignity regardless of their circumstances.
Services
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Chemotherapy
Surgery
Laboratory
Radiology
Rehabilitative Services
Nursing
Cardiology
Orthopedics
Ophthalmology
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of serving rural communities with quality healthcare.
- Our financial assistance program ensures equitable care access for all patients.
- We coordinate hometown chemotherapy treatments to reduce travel burdens.
- Our visiting specialists provide regional access to 10+ medical specialties.
- We maintain a state-of-the-art rehabilitation facility with aquatic therapy options.
Associations and certifications
- CLIA
Services
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Our supervised cardiovascular program combines personalized exercise plans with educational resources about risk management, nutrition, and stress reduction. Certified professionals work with patients recovering from heart attacks, surgeries, and chronic conditions to improve strength, reduce symptoms, and prevent future cardiac issues through monitored rehabilitation sessions.
Rehabilitative Services
Our 2300 sq ft facility provides specialized recovery programs using advanced equipment like reverse treadmills and balance trainers. Physical and occupational therapists create individualized treatment plans for post-surgical rehabilitation, chronic pain management, and mobility restoration. We also offer specialized wound care and Parkinson's disease rehabilitation through LSVT BIG certified therapists.
Laboratory
CLIA-certified clinical laboratory provides rapid diagnostic testing with board-certified medical technologists. We offer comprehensive bloodwork analysis, mobile nuclear medicine units, and discounted direct-to-consumer lab panels. Our quality assurance programs ensure 98% test accuracy rates with results typically available within 24-48 hours for faster clinical decision-making.
Surgery
Modern surgical suite performs over 300 procedures annually including orthopedic repairs, ENT surgeries, and laparoscopic gallbladder removals. Our surgical team maintains strict infection control protocols with pre/post-operative care coordination. Telehealth consults with regional specialists help determine appropriate surgical candidates while minimizing patient travel requirements.
Radiology
Full-service diagnostic imaging center offers X-rays, CT scans, mammography, and bone density testing using state-of-the-art equipment. Mobile MRI units visit weekly for specialized neuroimaging needs. Certified radiologists interpret scans with digital sharing capabilities through our PowerShare network for second opinions or specialist consultations.
Questions
What specialty clinics are available locally?
We host visiting specialists in cardiology, orthopedics, nephrology, ENT, ophthalmology, and pain management through weekly rotating schedules. Telehealth options available for some specialties.
Can I receive chemotherapy locally?
Yes, our chemo coordinator works with oncologists to provide hometown treatment options when medically appropriate, reducing travel burdens for patients.
Are lab tests available without a doctor's order?
Our Labs Direct program offers discounted preventive testing panels for cholesterol, diabetes screening, and other common diagnostics without physician referral.
What rehabilitation equipment is available?
Facility includes reverse treadmills, balance trainers, Nustep machines, and ASTYM therapy tools for comprehensive physical therapy and sports injury rehabilitation programs.
How does swing bed care work?
Skilled nursing units provide intermediate care for patients transitioning from acute hospitalization to home, covered by Medicare Part A benefits under specific clinical criteria.
Is financial assistance available?
Yes, our financial counselors review eligibility for reduced-cost care based on income documentation and household size through our compassionate care policy.