About Palo Alto County Hospital
Hospital overview and services
Palo Alto County Hospital is a government-operated critical access hospital in Emmetsburg, IA, serving Palo Alto County and the surrounding Emmetsburg community. As a government-operated facility, it is accountable to the public and typically serves as a safety-net provider for the community.
The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Emmetsburg can seek immediate care at Palo Alto County Hospital's emergency department.
Palo Alto County Hospital has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Emmetsburg area.
When choosing a hospital in Emmetsburg, IA, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Palo Alto County Hospital's detailed quality scores, safety record, and affiliated doctors on this page.
At a Glance
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance measures
Mortality
Palo Alto County Hospital performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
Palo Alto County Hospital performs at about the national average for patient safety measures, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Readmission
Palo Alto County Hospital performs at about the national average for readmission rates, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data
Doctors at Palo Alto County Hospital
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Amy Jochims, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Kaitlyn Mcdermitt, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Nathan Rohling, DO
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Craig Simons, DO
Hospitalist
Dr. Gregory Grimberg, MD
General Surgery
Dr. Travis Witt, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Sadam Haddadin, MD
Pulmonary Disease
Dr. Jennifer Gravenish
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Lee Kamstra, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Benjamin Armstrong, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Gabriel Skiba, DO
Family Practice
Dr. Sara Boysen
Nurse Practitioner
View 8 more physicians
Dr. Joshua Espelund, MD
Otolaryngology
Dr. Markie Sargent
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Anna Zwiefel
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Timothy Dettmer, MD
Otolaryngology
Dr. Kylie Maurer, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Kendra Ulicki, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Sonia Sather, MD
Hospitalist
Dr. Jeana Petree, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Patient Reviews
Reviews and ratings from patients
Loading reviews...
Manage This Hospital Profile
Claim your profile to update information, respond to reviews, add photos, and showcase your facility to patients.
Claim & Manage ProfileOther Hospitals Nearby
Hospitals in IA
Avera Holy Family Hospital
Critical Access Hospitals · 21 mi away
826 North 8th Street, Estherville, IA 51334
(712) 362-2631
Spencer Municipal Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · 23 mi away
1200 1st Avenue East, Spencer, IA 51301
(712) 264-6198
Kossuth Regional Health Center
Critical Access Hospitals · 24 mi away
1515 South Phillips Street, Algona, IA 50511
(515) 295-2451
Pocahontas Community Hospital
Critical Access Hospitals · 28 mi away
606 N W 7th Street, Pocahontas, IA 50574
(712) 335-3501
Lakes Regional Healthcare
Acute Care Hospitals · 29 mi away
2301 Highway 71, Spirit Lake, IA 51360
(712) 336-1230
Humboldt County Memorial Hospital
Critical Access Hospitals · 37 mi away
1000 North 15th Street, Humboldt, IA 50548
(515) 332-4200
Find Hospitals in Nearby Cities
Browse hospitals in surrounding areas
Frequently Asked Questions
About Palo Alto County Hospital
What is the CMS rating for Palo Alto County Hospital?
Palo Alto County Hospital does not currently have an overall CMS quality rating available.
Does Palo Alto County Hospital have emergency services?
Yes, Palo Alto County Hospital provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Palo Alto County Hospital?
Palo Alto County Hospital is classified as a critical access hospitals facility, operated under government - local ownership.
How many doctors practice at Palo Alto County Hospital?
20 physicians are affiliated with Palo Alto County Hospital. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·