The U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of Rural Development will issue loans totaling $55.24 million to replace the Heart of America Medical Center (HAMC) in Rugby, North Dakota.
The new facility will include a critical access hospital, emergency room, procedure suite, imaging, lab, pharmacy, and business office. The hospital will provide 25 beds, of which six will be acute care beds, one observation bed, and 18 swing beds to provide senior living space. It will include a clinic area and allow for the continuation of much-needed medical services to Rugby and the surrounding communities benefitting 12,758 rural residents. Read more.