Ray County Hospital and Healthcare Awarded $1.8 Million in Rural Health Transformation Funding
Grant will fund a roof replacement and other facility improvements without using hospital operating dollars RICHMOND, Mo. – Ray County Hospital and Healthcare has been awarded approximately $1.8 million through Missouri’s Rural Health Transformation Program to make major improvements to the hospital. The award comes through the Rural Health Transformation Program, a federal program administered […]
Gates Hospitalists Begins Caring for Patients at Ray County Hospital and Healthcare
RICHMOND, Mo. — Beginning October 1, Gates Hospitalists LLC will provide acute inpatientand swing bed care at Ray County Hospital and Healthcare (RCHH), strengthening the hospital’sability to care for patients close to home throughout their hospital stay and recovery. Gates Hospitalists physicians specialize in caring for hospitalized patients. They managetreatment plans, monitor patient progress day […]
Lawmakers tour Ray County Hospital and Healthcare
Missouri Senator Kurtis Gregory and Representative Terry Thompson walked through our emergency department and inpatient unit this week, meeting staff along the way before sitting down with our leadership team. The visit gave us time to talk through issues that directly affect how we care for patients in Ray County. The visit came two […]
Ray County Hospital and Healthcare Joins Show-Me High Value Network to Keep Care Close to Home
Ray County Hospital and Healthcare is a founding member of the Show-Me High Value Network, a collaboration of 23 independent Missouri hospitals working together on quality, care coordination, and cost. Every member stays independent, and decisions about the care we provide will continue to be made locally.
Ray County Hospital and Healthcare Earns ACR Gold Seal for Mammography
We have news we are proud to share with our community. Ray County Hospital and Healthcare has earned the American College of Radiology (ACR) gold seal of accreditation for mammography, recognized nationally as the gold standard in medical imaging. For our patients, this means the mammogram you schedule right here in Richmond meets the same […]
Welcoming Geoffrey Mandala, Our New Chief Financial Officer
We are proud to welcome Geoffrey Mandala, MBA, as Chief Financial Officer for Ray County Hospital and Healthcare. Geoff joins our team with more than 12 years of experience in finance, including eight years in healthcare leadership, and a deep, personal commitment to the future of rural healthcare. Geoff has held CFO and operational leadership […]
Ray County Hospital and Healthcare Welcomes Lisa DeKezel as Chief Executive Officer
Richmond, MO – Ray County Hospital and Healthcare is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa DeKezel, MJ, BSN, RN, as Chief Executive Officer. Lisa brings over 30 years of healthcare leadership experience and a deep-rooted passion for ensuring the sustainability and success of rural healthcare. Raised in small rural communities, Lisa has dedicated her […]
Meet Taryn Plymell: Employee of the Year Nominee
We’re proud to spotlight Taryn Plymell, our Employee of the Year nominee and the heart of our dietary department. Her Role at Ray County Hospital and Healthcare Taryn serves as the head cook in our dietary department, where she has made a difference for two years. She started as a dietary aide and has grown […]
Exceptional Pulmonary Care, Close to Home: Meet Dr. Mohammad Jarbou
When it comes to your respiratory health, you deserve a physician who combines advanced expertise with genuine compassion. At Ray County Hospital and Healthcare, we’re proud to introduce Dr. Mohammad Jarbou, a board-certified specialist in internal medicine, pulmonary disease, and sleep medicine who brings comprehensive care right here to our community. A Journey of Dedication […]
Expert Orthopedic Care, Right Here in Ray County
We’re proud to partner with Orthopedic Surgeons Inc. (OSI) to bring specialized orthopedic services directly to our community. This partnership means you can access exceptional bone and joint care close to home, without the need to travel to Kansas City for treatment. Meet Your Orthopedic Team Dr. R. Keith Jarman, M.D. brings extensive experience and […]
Ray County Hospital and Healthcare Earns 2025 Performance Leadership Award for Quality
In celebration of National Rural Health Day, we’re honored to share some exciting news with our community: Ray County Hospital and Healthcare has earned a 2025 Performance Leadership Award for excellence in Quality from The Chartis Center for Rural Health! This recognition celebrates our commitment to delivering exceptional care right here close to home. The […]
Medicare Awards Ray County Hospital and Healthcare With 5 Stars!
Congratulations to the Ray County Hospital and Healthcare Staff for striving to make the hospital a better place. Medicare has added Ray County Hospital and Healthcare to the 5 star list of hospitals. Click here to read more.