Business Details
43 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Partner in Comprehensive Healthcare in Central West Virginia
Since 1983, Minnie Hamilton Health System has been dedicated to improving the health and quality of life for residents in Central West Virginia through innovative healthcare delivery and education. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (ICARE), we act with honesty in all relationships, demonstrate sensitivity to patient needs, and take responsibility for our actions while pursuing excellence in care. As a Critical Access Hospital and Federally Qualified Health Center, we provide comprehensive services including acute care, behavioral health, dentistry, and long-term care to underserved communities regardless of insurance or financial status. Our vertically integrated model combines a critical access hospital, community health centers, school-based clinics, and 340B pharmacy services to address regional healthcare gaps.We prioritize community wellness through initiatives addressing substance use, mental health, and chronic disease, collaborating with West Virginia Universitys Office of Health Affairs to develop targeted health implementation plans. With locations across Calhoun, Gilmer, and surrounding counties, our telemedicine options expand access to expert care from patients homes. Recognized under the Federal Tort Claims Act for liability protection, we maintain accountability through regular community health needs assessments and transparent compliance reporting. Our leadership team and board of directors ensure strategic alignment with our mission, while our patient satisfaction surveys and ethics reporting systems uphold continuous quality improvement. For over four decades, we have evolved to meet regional needs, remaining a trusted partner in health for life.
Services
Acute Care
Behavioral Health
Cardiopulmonary
Dentistry
Emergency Room
Family Medicine
Infusion Therapy
Laboratory Services
Long Term Care
Occupational Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We serve underserved communities with sliding-scale fees and no denial of care based on financial status
- Our vertically integrated model offers hospital, clinic, and home-based services under one system
- Telemedicine options expand access to specialist care in rural areas
- We address community-specific health crises through data-driven initiatives
- Core values guide compassionate, patient-centered care across all departments
Associations and certifications
- Health Center Program grantee under 42 U.S.C. 254b
- Deemed Public Health Service employee under 42 U.S.C. 233(g)-(n)
Services
Acute Care
Our acute care services provide immediate treatment for sudden illnesses or injuries at our critical access hospital and clinic locations. Patients receive rapid assessment, diagnostic testing, and stabilization by board-certified providers. This service serves as the first point of care for time-sensitive medical conditions requiring urgent intervention.
Behavioral Health
Comprehensive behavioral health services address mental health conditions through individual therapy, medication management, and crisis intervention. Our licensed clinicians treat depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and other behavioral health concerns. Services are available at dedicated behavioral health clinics and through integrated care models in primary care settings.
Dentistry
Dental services include preventive care, restorative treatments, and oral surgery at our dedicated dental facility. Our team provides cleanings, fillings, extractions, and emergency dental care with emphasis on overall health connections. Patients gain access to affordable dental care regardless of insurance coverage through our community health center model.
Family Medicine
Family medicine clinics offer continuous healthcare for all ages through wellness exams, chronic disease management, and preventive screenings. Providers develop long-term patient relationships to coordinate comprehensive care across specialties. Services include immunizations, minor procedures, and health education tailored to rural community needs.
Long Term Care
Our skilled nursing facility provides 24/7 care for patients requiring extended recovery or chronic condition management. Services include rehabilitation therapies, wound care, and palliative support in a residential setting. The program focuses on maintaining dignity while optimizing independence for residents across Calhoun and Gilmer counties.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most major commercial insurance plans while offering sliding fee discounts for uninsured patients based on income verification.
Are your providers board-certified?
All our clinical staff meet national certification standards, with physicians holding board certification in their respective specialties through recognized medical boards.
How can I access telehealth services?
Call our main number (304-354-9244) to schedule telehealth appointments for primary care, behavioral health, and follow-up consultations from any location with internet access.
Do you offer prescription assistance?
Our 340B pharmacy program provides discounted medications through partnerships with local pharmacies across our service area counties.
What emergency services are available?
Our accredited Emergency Room operates 24/7 with advanced cardiac life support capabilities and immediate access to diagnostic imaging and laboratory services.
How are community health needs addressed?
We conduct triennial Community Health Needs Assessments identifying priorities like substance abuse and chronic disease, then develop targeted implementation plans with WVU partners.
