Category: News

Kim Higginbotham Receives Second Iowa Hospital Association Hospital Hero Award

Each year, hospitals across Iowa nominate outstanding employees for the IHA Hospital Hero Awards. Recipients are selected based on their commitment to serving others and the meaningful difference they make within their organizations and communities. About the Iowa Hospital Association Since its founding in 1929, the Iowa Hospital Association (IHA) has served as the unified voice… Read more »

Medicare Open Enrollment Period Begins October 15

Iowa Medicare beneficiaries encouraged to evaluate and make any necessary changes to their coverage plans as many new changes take effect in 2025. Des Moines, IA – Every fall, Medicare beneficiaries are provided an opportunity to review and change their Prescription Drug Plan or Medicare Advantage Plan during the Open Enrollment Period (OEP) from October… Read more »

Monroe County Hospital & Clinics Team Selected for 2024 Hospital Hero Award by Iowa Hospital Association

The Iowa Hospital Association (IHA) has honored a group of individuals from Monroe County Hospital & Clinics (MCHC) who saved a little boy’s life with the 2024 Hospital Hero Award! The team, comprising Nicola Preston, DO (Emergency Room Medical Director), Lisa Siefker (Patient Access Representative), Cherie Kennelly (Registered Nurse), Seth Gashwiler (EMS Team Lead/Paramedic), Amy… Read more »