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UnityPoint Health, Presbyterian Healthcare Services call …

WebUnityPoint had previously planned to merge with Sioux Falls, South Dakota-based Sanford Health, but that $11 billion, 76-hospital merger was called off in late 2019, Fierce Healthcare reports. UnityPoint Health is no longer pursuing a merger with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, UnityPoint officials announced in a news release Wednesday, Oct. 11.

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UnityPoint, Presbyterian explore forming new health care …

WebWest Des Moines-based UnityPoint Health and New Mexico-based Presbyterian Healthcare Services have signed a letter of intent to explore the formation of a new health care organization. The proposed health care company would see both systems preserve their trusted brand and continue delivering care locally while achieving administrative …

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Groundbreaking set for new UnityPoint – St. Luke’s ER in Marion

WebA groundbreaking will be held Thursday, July 13 for the new UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Hospital emergency room facility in Marion. The ceremony is set for 3 p.m. July 13 at the new ER, located at 3301 Armar Drive in Marion. The new St. Luke’s ER in Marion was announced in February. This extension/satellite emergency department will

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Mercy Iowa City officially transitioned to UI Health Care

WebApproximately 1,000 former Mercy Iowa City providers and team members joined University of Iowa Health Care (UI Health Care) Wednesday, Jan. 31, as ownership of Mercy Iowa City officially transitioned to UI Health Care, a news release confirmed. “This marks a new and exciting chapter for health care in our state,” stated Denise Jamieson, MD

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QuickVisit Urgent Care opens in Washington County

WebA new QuickVisit Urgent Care has opened in Washington County after a grand opening ceremony was held March 3 at 2489 Highway 92. The urgent care serves those experiencing acute illness or who need minor procedures or primary care. No appointment is needed, according to a news release. QuickVisit gives patients access to onsite x-rays, …

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Mercy Iowa City to continue operating as community hospital

WebMercy Iowa City will remain an operational community hospital following its acquisition by bond investors led by Preston Hollow Community Capital, bondholders for Mercy. “Since making a major financial investment in Mercy Iowa City in 2018, Preston Hollow Community Capital has been committed to ensuring that Johnson County residents can continue …

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New Health Sciences Academic Building breaks ground in Iowa City

WebThe University of Iowa recently broke ground on its Health Sciences Academic Building, a 263,000-square-foot, six story unit on the northeast corner of Melrose and South Grand Avenues in Iowa City. Oct. 31 was a cold and gusty day, and University of Iowa students, faculty, staff and members of the public gathered on the third […]

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Cedar Rapids-based Health Solutions joins health provider group

WebJanuary 16, 2023. Health Solutions (HSI) in Cedar Rapids is joining forces with Corporate Health Partners (CHP) out of Kennesaw, Georgia, to form Engagement Health Group (EHG). The group will work to manage clinical health issues ranging from “chronic disease to the most complicated, expensive cases,” according to a press release.

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Mercy transitions to UI Health Care Medical Center Downtown

WebThe former Mercy Iowa City hospital was a beehive of activity Wednesday, Jan. 31, when the institution officially joined the University of Iowa Health Care (UI Health Care) team, assuming the new name of UI Health Care Medical Center Downtown to reflect the transition. Outside the hospital, Latitude Signage + Design was busy replacing the […]

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UIHC to open two urgent care clinics in the Quad Cities

WebNovember 20, 2023. University of Iowa Health Care (UIHC) has announced plans to open two urgent care clinics in the Quad Cities. According to a news release, the clinics will open in Davenport and Bettendorf, expanding patient access. The first urgent care is expected to open this winter at 2705 E 53rd St., Davenport. A second urgent care is

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Community Health Free Clinic, Cedar Rapids, celebrates 20 years

WebCommunity Health Free Clinic (CHFC) in Cedar Rapids is celebrating its 20th anniversary. “An irreplaceable resource for uninsured and underinsured residents in the greater Cedar Rapids area, CHFC has stood by its community through floods, pandemics, a devastating derecho, and served as an emergency shelter,” a release from the clinic states. . “While …

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UIHC's North Liberty hospital budget increase gets state approval

WebAugust 30, 2022. Nearly one year after first earning approval to a build a new hospital in North Liberty, University of Iowa Health Care won crucial approval Aug. 30 to raise the budget by 33.5% during a State Health Facilities Council meeting by a 3-1 vote. A $230 million budget was approved in 2021, with the new budget […]

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EIHC offers Saturday vaccine clinics, free transportation

WebThe Saturday clinics will be held 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 18 and 25, March 18 and 25, April 15 and 22 and May 13 and 20. To make an appointment, call (319) 730-7300. Eastern Iowa Health Center offers a range of services to help improve physical, emotional and mental health. Family medicine, pediatrics, women’s health, dental and behavioral

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Linn County Mental Health Access Center now open 24/7

WebDecember 4, 2023. Adults who are experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis can now receive services from the Linn County Mental Health Access Center 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year without an appointment. The Access Center is located at 501 13th St. NW in Cedar Rapids.

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New UI Urgent Care clinic opening in Cedar Rapids

WebLocated at 411 10th St. SE in downtown Cedar Rapids, UI Urgent Care-Cedar Rapids is open Monday-Friday from 7 a.m.-9 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. A new UI Sports Medicine clinic offering same-day, next-day appointments is also located within the same space. “Our goal is to expand convenient care options for people in Cedar

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Officials ‘grateful’ as new Coralville VA outpatient clinic opens

WebAn expanded Veterans Administration (VA) community-based outpatient clinic in Coralville, in the works for several years, is finally a reality. Officials gathered June 17 for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new VA clinic at 2213 Second Ave. in Coralville, formerly home to a GEICO call center.

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Mercy Iowa City opens new obstetrics and gynecology clinic

WebJuly 3, 2023. Mercy Iowa City has announced its affiliation with OB-GYN Associates of Iowa City and Coralville. Located at located at 2769 Heartland Drive, #201, Coralville, the clinic will operate under the new name Corridor OB GYN and will continue to provide patients ob-gyn care in a community-based care setting.

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Mercy Iowa City and Altera Digital Health reach agreement

WebMercy Iowa City’s dispute with its electronic medical records (EMR) software company, Altera Digital Health Inc., reached a resolution this week, when both parties consented to dissolving the agreement that was adopted in March 2021, when Mercy hired Altera to implement new software. The resolution comes after months of debate, with Mercy

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CR Restaurant Week looks to attract new diners

WebCEDAR RAPIDS—For new restaurant owner Brittany Hannah, Cedar Rapids Restaurant Week is a prime opportunity to introduce her menu and renovated space to new customers. Ms. Hannah, owner and executive chef of Bistro on the River, opened the bakery, café and wine bar on Aug. 1 in the former Hach Brothers building at 411 First St. SE.

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Mercy Cedar Rapids among U.S. News & World Report Best …

WebU.S. News & World Report has named Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids as a 2024 High Performing hospital for Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy).

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