Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Healthcare Partner in Eagle Lake, TX
Rice Medical Center has been dedicated to providing quality healthcare services to the Eagle Lake community and surrounding areas since 1942. As a 25-bed critical access hospital with Level IV Trauma Center designation, we offer comprehensive medical services including emergency care, diagnostic imaging, inpatient and outpatient treatments, and specialized programs like wound care and geriatric psychiatric services. Our team of experienced physicians, nurses, and staff is committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care that prioritizes both clinical excellence and community well-being.With two locations through Rice Medical Associates, we ensure accessible primary care for families across rural Colorado County. Our partnership with Critical Access Healthcare allows us to maintain state-of-the-art technology while upholding our core value of treating every patient with dignity and respect.
Services
Diagnostic Imaging
Emergency Medicine
Inpatient Care
Laboratory Services
Physical Therapy
Respiratory Therapy
Sleep Studies
Specialty Clinics
Surgical Services
Wound Care
Details
- Year established: 1942
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency care with Level IV Trauma Center designation.
- Our staff includes board-certified specialists in cardiology, dermatology, and pulmonology.
- We maintain state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging equipment for accurate results.
- Our wound care center specializes in treating chronic, non-healing wounds.
- We provide telemedicine services for rural community access.
Associations and certifications
- COLA
Services
Diagnostic Imaging
Our radiology department combines advanced technology like 16-slice CT scans and digital mammography with personalized care. We offer X-rays, ultrasounds, MRIs, and specialized procedures including biopsies and vascular studies. All imaging results integrate with our secure PACS system for immediate physician access.
Emergency Medicine
As Texas' first Level IV Trauma Center, we provide 24/7 emergency care with board-certified physicians. Our team treats acute injuries and medical emergencies using advanced protocols while maintaining compassionate patient handling throughout treatment.
Wound Care
Specializing in chronic wound treatment, our RestorixHealth-certified team uses evidence-based therapies for diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, and radiation injuries. We combine traditional methods with advanced treatments to accelerate healing for complex cases.
Specialty Services
We offer cardiology, dermatology, orthopedic, and urology services through board-certified physicians. Our telemedicine options expand access to specialists like psychiatrists and pulmonologists, ensuring comprehensive care remains locally available.
Inpatient Care
Our 25-bed facility provides acute care with individualized nursing attention. We manage adult and pediatric inpatient needs using state-of-the-art equipment while maintaining patient privacy and dignity throughout recovery stays.
People
Kurt Sunderman
Chief Executive Officer
With lifelong ties to Rice Medical Center, Kurt Sunderman leads our commitment to community healthcare excellence. His leadership emphasizes personalized care and quality improvement while maintaining our family-oriented service philosophy.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer?
We operate a Level IV Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency care, staffed by board-certified physicians and nurses trained in advanced trauma protocols.
How can I schedule a specialist appointment?
Call our main line at (979) 234-5571 to schedule specialty appointments in cardiology, dermatology, orthopedics, and other fields.
Do you provide telemedicine options?
Yes, Rice Medical Associates offers telehealth consultations for primary care and psychiatric services across rural school districts.
What financial assistance programs exist?
We offer sliding fee discounts, presumptive charity care, and indigent health programs based on income verification for uninsured or underinsured patients.
Are lab services available for non-patients?
Our COLA-accredited lab accepts outside physician orders with proper NPI numbers for tests not requiring insurance authorization.
How does your wound care program work?
Our RestorixHealth-certified team creates personalized treatment plans combining traditional and advanced therapies for chronic wound healing.
