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Council hears update on local hospital plans; step-down unit and OB service discussed
Summary
Councilors heard an update on local hospital plans including a step-down unit tentatively slated for April and ongoing negotiations to reopen obstetrics services; members also discussed coverage gaps stemming from Medicare Advantage enrollment with Humana.
Baker City — During the Feb. 25 work session, councilors heard a health update describing hospital plans to open a step-down unit in the coming months and separate negotiations aimed at reopening obstetrics (OB) services.
Helen, who addressed the council on the hospital’s behalf, said hospital leaders hope to reduce the number of patient transports to Boise by opening a “step down” unit that would provide higher-level care than a medical-surgical floor but not full intensive care. “They…
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