Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Critical Access Hospital in Circle, Montana
McCone County Health Center has served the Circle, Montana community since 1923, providing comprehensive healthcare services as a Critical Access Hospital (CAH) and clinic. Our 25-bed facility offers inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and long-term care services, supported by advanced telemedicine technology and partnerships with regional medical centers. We maintain a team of 55 dedicated professionals, including board-certified providers and specialized staff, to deliver essential services like laboratory testing, radiology, and physical therapy. Our facility participates in national programs like the Frontier Community Health Integration Project, ensuring access to cutting-edge care in Montana's remote regions. With over a century of experience, we combine deep local knowledge with modern medical capabilities to address rural healthcare challenges.Our commitment to community health is demonstrated through initiatives like free medical equipment loans, patient education programs, and charity care through the Hill-Burton program. We operate with full transparency in billing practices and maintain rigorous standards through partnerships with Billings Clinic for radiology over-reads and other specialized services. Our telehealth capabilities connect patients directly with specialists while providing ongoing education for local healthcare workers. As a county-owned nonprofit, we prioritize accessible, high-quality care for residents across 2,643 square miles of Eastern Montana. Our emergency department operates 24/7, supported by Avera eEmergency services that provide immediate access to board-certified emergency physicians via telemedicine.
Services
Emergency Care
Telemedicine Services
Physical Therapy
Laboratory Testing
Radiology Services
Long-Term Care
Adult Day Care
Infusion Therapy
Medical Equipment Loans
Details
- Year established: 1923
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency department services with telemedicine support
- Our facility participates in national rural healthcare demonstration projects
- We provide free medical equipment loans to patients
- Our team includes experienced mid-level providers and specialized staff
- We maintain partnerships with regional medical centers for advanced care
Associations and certifications
- Critical Access Hospital (CAH)
Services
Emergency Care
Our 24/7 emergency department provides immediate care for critical conditions, supported by Avera eEmergency telemedicine services connecting patients with board-certified emergency physicians. The facility maintains observation beds and coordinates ambulance transport to larger medical centers when needed. Our emergency team works closely with regional hospitals for seamless patient transfers.
Telemedicine Services
We offer telehealth consultations connecting patients directly with specialists through Billings Clinic partnerships. This technology enables remote diagnostics, specialist consultations, and ongoing patient education programs for both medical staff and community members in Eastern Montana's remote regions.
Physical Therapy
Our contracted physical therapy program provides both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. The department works with post-surgical patients and those requiring long-term recovery support, utilizing licensed therapists from Glendive Medical Center for specialized care needs.
Laboratory Testing
The full-service laboratory performs comprehensive testing including CBCs, metabolic panels, urinalysis, and specialized diagnostics like high-sensitivity troponin I. We contract with Intermountain Health for reference lab services and support testing for both inpatients and external providers.
Medical Equipment Loans
We provide free medical equipment loans to patients, including mobility aids and home healthcare devices. This service supports post-hospitalization care and chronic condition management without additional costs to patients in our rural service area.
People
Fred Kelly
Family Nurse Practitioner
Fred Kelly provides comprehensive primary care services at McCone Clinic, treating patients across all age groups with a focus on preventive care and chronic disease management.
Arvin Ward
Physician Assistant
Arvin Ward delivers medical care in both clinic and hospital settings, managing acute and chronic conditions while coordinating patient care with specialists through telemedicine consultations.
Shelby Beery
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Shelby Beery provides advanced nursing care with expertise in family practice, combining clinical skills with leadership in patient education and community health initiatives.
Malori Beery
Clinic Manager
Malori Beery oversees clinical operations at McCone Clinic, ensuring quality patient care delivery while managing nursing staff and coordinating interdepartmental services.
Kama Urton
Lab Director
Kama Urton manages the full-service laboratory, overseeing diagnostic testing operations and maintaining quality standards for both inpatient and external provider testing needs.
Questions
What emergency services are available at McCone County Health Center?
Our 24/7 emergency department provides immediate care with telemedicine support from board-certified physicians and coordinates ambulance transport when needed.
Does the health center offer telemedicine consultations?
Yes, we provide virtual care through Billings Clinic partnerships for specialist consultations and patient education programs in remote areas.
What laboratory services are available locally?
Our full-service lab performs CBCs, metabolic panels, urinalysis, and specialized tests like high-sensitivity troponin I with reference lab support.
Are medical equipment loans available for patients?
Yes, we offer free medical equipment loans including mobility aids and home healthcare devices to support patient recovery at home.
What physical therapy options exist in the community?
Contracted physical therapy services provide inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation with therapists from Glendive Medical Center for specialized care needs.
How does the center support rural healthcare access?
We combine local care with telemedicine technology, maintain free equipment loans, and participate in national rural health demonstration projects to improve access.