McGehee Hospital in McGehee, AR
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About McGehee Hospital
McGehee Hospital is a critical access hospital in McGehee, Desha County, Arkansas. It reports its ownership to Medicare as nonprofit (private). It provides emergency services. It does not currently have a CMS Overall Star Rating, which usually means it reports too few measures to be rated. It has 25 licensed beds, according to state license data via HIFLD. The nearest other listed hospital is Delta Memorial Hospital, about 18 mi away.
Quality ratings
How this hospital compares with the national rate on each measure group:
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Hospital General Information. How star ratings work.
Emergency room times
Lower times are better. Reporting period ending September 2025. Source: CMS Timely and Effective Care. What these numbers mean.
Map
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Nearby hospitals
- Delta Memorial Hospital811 Highway 65 South, Dumas, AR · Emergency roomCritical access hospital18 mi
- Southeast Rehabilitation Hospital905 Borgognoni Drive, Lake Village, ARRehabilitation hospital22 mi
- Chicot Memorial Medical Center2729 South Highway 65 & 82, Lake Village, AR · Level IV traumaCritical access hospital22 mi
- Baptist Health Medical Center-Drew County778 Scogin Drive, Monticello, AR · Emergency roomAcute care hospital24 mi
- Allegiance Specialty Hospital of Greenville300 South Washington Ave, 3rd Floor, Greenville, MSLong-term care hospital25 mi
Frequently asked questions
Where is McGehee Hospital located?
McGehee Hospital is at 900 South Third Street, McGehee, AR 71654 in Desha County.
Does McGehee Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes. McGehee Hospital reports emergency services to Medicare, and patients spent a median of 142 minutes in its emergency department before leaving. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
What is the CMS star rating of McGehee Hospital?
McGehee Hospital does not have a current CMS Overall Star Rating. CMS only rates hospitals that report enough measures; critical access, psychiatric, VA and many small hospitals are often unrated, which says nothing about their quality.
Is McGehee Hospital a trauma center?
We have no trauma center designation on record for McGehee Hospital. Hospitals without one still treat injuries in their emergency department and transfer patients who need a trauma center. Check the Arkansas trauma program for the current list.
What is the phone number of McGehee Hospital?
The main phone number on record with Medicare is (870) 222-5600.
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