Memorial Hospital of Carbon County would like to acknowledge the long-standing concerns surrounding billing practices and we are eager to begin the process of regaining the trust and confidence of the community on this topic. Several new processes are being implemented to ensure better business practices for both the hospital and our valued patients. Our [...]
Understanding Pain Management: A Comprehensive Guide Pain is a complex and often debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can arise from various sources—whether it's from an injury, a chronic condition, or an underlying medical issue. Effective pain management is crucial not only for improving quality of life but also for fostering [...]
As summer winds down and students prepare to head back to school, it’s essential for parents to ensure their children are ready not just with school supplies and new clothes, but also with a clean bill of health. This time of year is an ideal moment to focus on two critical components of your [...]
It’s always important to take care of your eyes, to protect them and take preventive measures to preserve your vision. Eye health is often something people don’t think about as much, especially in comparison to things like physical and mental health. The truth is, however, that eye health affects our everyday life as well, [...]
The Board of Trustees of Memorial Hospital of Carbon County, in conjunction with the Administration team, have announced that Rex Walk, Interim CEO, and Margaret Fontana, CFO, are no longer with the organization. Changes took effect June 12th, 2024. Mr. Walk served as the interim CEO of MHCC since May 15th, 2023, and Ms. Fontana [...]
Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, a progressive neurological disorder that leads to a continuous decline in memory, thinking, behavior, and social skills. Who is Affected by Alzheimer’s? Age and gender are determining factors. 73 percent of Americans with Alzheimer’s are 75 and older, and women are twice as likely as men [...]
Memorial Hospital of Carbon County is taking several proactive steps to assist with financial viability and endurance amid increasingly challenging dynamics present in today’s healthcare environment. Thirty percent (approximately 600) of all rural hospitals in the US are at risk of closure. Only two Wyoming hospitals are currently operating with a positive margin. Workforce [...]
