Nelson County Health System in McVille, ND
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About Nelson County Health System
Nelson County Health System is a critical access hospital in McVille, Nelson County, North Dakota. 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 19 licensed beds, according to state license data via HIFLD. The nearest other listed hospital is Cooperstown Medical Center, about 22 mi away.
Emergency room times
Lower times are better. Reporting period ending September 2025. Source: CMS Timely and Effective Care. What these numbers mean.
Map
47.76568, -98.17741
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nelson County Health System located?
Nelson County Health System is at 200 N Main St, McVille, ND 58254 in Nelson County.
Does Nelson County Health System have an emergency room?
Yes. Nelson County Health System reports emergency services to Medicare, and patients spent a median of 91 minutes in its emergency department before leaving. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
What is the CMS star rating of Nelson County Health System?
Nelson County Health System 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 Nelson County Health System a trauma center?
We have no trauma center designation on record for Nelson County Health System. Hospitals without one still treat injuries in their emergency department and transfer patients who need a trauma center. Check the North Dakota trauma program for the current list.
What is the phone number of Nelson County Health System?
The main phone number on record with Medicare is (701) 322-4328.
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