Critical Access Hospital Network

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics is proud to be at the hub of a consortium of ten Iowa non-profit hospitals; a network designed to meet and exceed State Critical Access Hospital regulations and to enhance access and provision of quality health care services in rural communities.

Critical Access Hospital networks enhance the financial and quality of care for member hospitals through efficient resource pooling and collaborative clinical and staffing practices. Networked hospitals:

Provide support in meeting the basic requirements and regulations of CMS
Develop forums for data collection and the development of benchmarks and best practices
Potentially share clinical and support staff resources to ensure access to needed care in rural areas

Together we provide:

Continuity of care via transfer or referral, if needed, to an acute/tertiary care facility
Appropriate and timely communications
Credentialing
Quality assurance
Development of best practices through education and training opportunities

Critical Access Hospital Network Partners and Contact Directory

Critical Access Hospital Network

Critical Access Hospital Network Partners and Contact Directory

Henry County Health Center – Mount Pleasant, Iowa

Iowa Specialty Hospital, Belmond Campus – Belmond, Iowa

Iowa Specialty Hospital, Clarion Campus – Clarion, Iowa

Jefferson County Hospital – Fairfield, Iowa

Keokuk County Health Center – Sigourney, Iowa

Pella Regional Health Center – Pella, Iowa

Van Buren County Hospital

Virginia Gay Hospital — Vinton, Iowa

Washington County Hospital and Clinics – Washington, Iowa

Waverly Health Center – Waverly, Iowa

Patient and Visitors

Medical Professionals

Employees & Community