Washington County Hospital

What Washington County Hospital does

Washington County Hospital (WCH) is a 22-bed Critical Access Hospital (CAH) located in Nashville, Illinois, approximately 50 miles east of St. Louis, MO. The hospital operates as the sole CAH serving rural Washington County, IL, and provides acute inpatient care, surgical services, a 28-bed long-term nursing care unit, a 24/7 emergency department staffed by MEDS clinicians, and a Rural Health Clinic (Washington County Medical Group) with extended weekday and Saturday hours. WCH supplements local primary care with on-site specialty clinics staffed by visiting specialists in cardiology, orthopedics, podiatry, ophthalmology, neurology, gastroenterology, and clinical psychology, eliminating the need for patients to travel to larger cities for specialty consultations.

The hospital operates under a management agreement with SSM Health – Southern Illinois (signed May 2018), which provides management depth and clinical integration with SSM St. Mary's/Good Samaritan, Inc. in Centralia and Mt. Vernon while WCH retains local independence. Service line assets include ACR-accredited digital mammography, a CO2 Nova Pulse Laser System for minor surgical procedures, an Advanced Wound Center, a Walk-In Clinic, cardiac rehabilitation, and virtual video visits delivered via Zoom Cloud Meetings. Technology infrastructure is conventional for a rural CAH; there is no disclosed AI, EHR-vendor data platform, or proprietary software product.

Revenue is generated through standard fee-for-service billing across acute inpatient services, long-term care (Medicare/Medicaid/private pay), Rural Health Clinic primary care, specialty clinic visits, and ancillary services (imaging, lab, respiratory, rehabilitation). The hospital participates in Illinois Medicaid Managed Care Plans (Harmony/Wellcare, Blue Cross Community Health Plan, Meridian, Molina), traditional Medicare under its CAH cost-based reimbursement framework, and private insurance. As a not-for-profit community hospital, WCH does not have publicly traded equity or venture funding; its 122 direct employees generate an annual economic impact of $32.3 million on the Illinois economy, with $8.1 million in direct payroll. Pricing follows CMS Hospital Price Transparency requirements, with minor cash-pay items such as $35 flu shots at community clinics.

Name

Washington County Hospital

Legal name

Washington County Hospital

Website

https://washingtoncountyhospital.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Washington County Hospital is a 22-bed Critical Access Hospital in Nashville, Illinois, providing acute care, long-term nursing care, primary care, emergency services, and visiting specialty clinics to rural Washington County residents under a management agreement with SSM Health.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Nashville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Acute and Inpatient Healthcare Services: Washington County Hospital operates as a 22-bed Critical Access Hospital providing acute care, transitional/swing care, surgical services, and a full range of ancillary services. As a CAH, the hospital participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs with specific billing arrangements designed to support rural healthcare access. Revenue is generated through patient services including emergency care, inpatient stays, surgeries, diagnostic imaging, laboratory, and rehabilitation.
2. Long-Term Care / Nursing Care Unit: The hospital operates a 28-bed Nursing Care Center / long-term care unit, generating revenue through resident care services, which are typically funded through a combination of Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
3. Rural Health Clinic / Washington County Medical Group: The Washington County Medical Group provides primary care, family medicine, gastroenterology, and surgical services through the Rural Health Clinic. Services are billed through standard healthcare billing including Medicare, Medicaid Managed Care Plans (Harmony Health Plan/Wellcare, Blue Cross Community Health Plan, Meridian Health Plan, Molina Healthcare), and private insurance. Clinic hours are Monday-Friday 7:30am-7:00pm and Saturday 8:00am-12pm.
4. Specialty Clinic Services: Specialty physicians provide services in cardiology, orthopedics, podiatry, ophthalmology, neurology, clinical psychology, and women's health through on-site specialty clinics, allowing patients to receive specialist care without traveling to larger facilities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Washington County Hospital is a 22-bed Critical Access Hospital in Nashville, Illinois providing acute care, swing/skilled nursing care, surgical services, 24/7 emergency medicine, and a full range of ancillary services (diagnostic imaging, laboratory, respiratory therapy, cardiac rehabilitation, wound care). The hospital also operates a 28-bed Nursing Care Center for long-term care and the Washington County Medical Group Rural Health Clinic, which delivers primary care, gastroenterology, and specialty clinic services with extended weekday and Saturday hours.

Product overview

Washington County Hospital is a 22-bed Critical Access Hospital offering a comprehensive range of healthcare services through an integrated delivery model. The hospital provides acute care, transitional care, surgical services, and full ancillary services including diagnostic imaging, laboratory, respiratory therapy, and mental health services. The organization operates a 15-28 bed long-term care unit and a multi-disciplinary Rural Health Clinic (Washington County Medical Group) with extended hours. Specialty services include cardiac rehabilitation, wound care, laser treatments, therapy services, and visiting specialist clinics. The hospital has expanded digital health capabilities through virtual video visits and maintains partnerships with SSM Healthcare for additional resources and specialist access.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Washington County Medical Group / Rural Health Clinic Multi-disciplinary primary care clinic offering family medicine, gastroenterology, and surgical services for rural community residents. Extended hours Monday-Friday 7:30am-7:00pm and Saturday 8:00am-12:00pm; accepts Medicare, Medicaid Managed Care, and private insurance.
• Emergency Services 24/7 emergency department staffed by emergency medicine clinicians with over 45 combined years of experience, providing trauma and urgent care to rural Washington County residents.
• Diagnostic Imaging Comprehensive imaging services including ACR-accredited digital mammography (screening and diagnostic, plus ultrasound-guided breast biopsies), X-ray, CT, MRI, and ultrasound for patients referred by primary care and specialty providers.
• Surgery Department Surgical services including general surgery, endoscopic procedures (colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, Pill Cam capsule endoscopy), and robotic surgery, performed in partnership with visiting specialists.
• Cardiac Rehabilitation Physician-referred exercise and education program designed to improve heart function, increase strength, and provide education on heart-healthy diet, medications, and stress management for cardiac patients.
• Supportive Care / Long-Term Care Services 28-bed Nursing Care Center providing long-term nursing care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation following hospital discharge (swing bed program), and extended care for elderly or chronically ill residents.
• Wound Center Advanced wound center providing specialized treatment for chronic and complex wounds, expanded as an outpatient service offering.
• Walk-In Clinic Walk-in clinic providing immediate care for non-emergency medical needs without the need for a prior appointment, supporting convenient access for rural residents.
• Specialty Clinics On-site specialty clinics staffed by visiting specialists in cardiology, orthopedics, podiatry, ophthalmology, neurology, clinical psychology, women's health, and gastroenterology, bringing specialty care into the rural community.
• Laboratory Department Full-service clinical laboratory providing diagnostic testing and analysis for inpatients, outpatients, and referring providers.
• Respiratory Therapy Respiratory care services for inpatients and outpatients with breathing disorders and pulmonary conditions.
• Mental Health Services Mental health assessment, counseling, and treatment services for community patients, delivered through on-site and visiting providers.
• Therapy Services Physical therapy and rehabilitation services including exercise programs, cardiac rehabilitation support, and pediatric fitness classes.
• Nutritional Counseling Dietitian-led counseling on heart-healthy diet, sodium intake, portion control, and dietary management for conditions such as diabetes and heart disease.
• Inpatient Services Acute care hospitalization services for patients requiring overnight or extended stays, including swing bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation.
• Outpatient Nursing Services Outpatient nursing care including infusions, injections, wound dressings, and other procedures for patients not requiring overnight hospitalization.
• CO2 Laser Services (Nova Pulse Laser System) Clinic-based laser procedures using the CO2 Nova Pulse Laser System for vaporization of lesions including warts, moles, skin tags, actinic keratosis, dermatofibromas, mucoceles, ingrown toenail ablation, condylomas, and external hemorrhoidectomy, performed by Deb Auld, PA-C.
• Virtual Video Visits (Telehealth) Telehealth video consultations via Zoom Cloud Meetings for Rural Health Clinic patients, enabling remote appointments using a mobile device or computer with camera and microphone.
• Corporate Services Occupational health and corporate wellness services offered to local businesses, including employee physicals and workplace health programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• $32.3 million annual economic impact on Illinois economy
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.

• SSM Health – Southern IllinoiscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2018Washington County Hospital entered a management agreement with SSM Health in May 2018, expanding a prior affiliate relationship. Under this agreement, WCH remains independent while gaining access to SSM Health's management support services, clinical resources, and quality improvement infrastructure. The agreement was driven by the hospital board's recognition that independent hospitals benefit from alignment with a strong health system to navigate changing healthcare landscapes.
• SSM St. Mary's/Good Samaritan, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWCH is affiliated with SSM St. Mary's/Good Samaritan, Inc. in Centralia and Mt. Vernon, Illinois. This affiliation provides clinical integration with a larger regional health system and access to specialty services and expertise.
• Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWashington County Hospital is a member of ICAHN, a network that strengthens member hospitals through collaboration, educational programs, special projects, and IT systems connectivity. ICAHN's mission is to help member hospitals receive value through network core activities, committees, and shared resources.
• Illinois Health and Hospital Association (IHA)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWCH collaborated with IHA on its economic impact report, which is part of IHA's statewide economic impact initiative 'Illinois Hospitals and Health Systems: Powerful Economic Drivers.' IHA represents more than 200 Illinois hospitals and advocates for healthcare policy at the state level. WCH was recognized by IHA with the Partners in Progress Award.
• MEDS (Midwest Emergency Department Services)coreTechnology or IntegrationMEDS provides 24/7 emergency medicine clinicians and physician services to Washington County Hospital's emergency department. MEDS providers are currently providing 24/7 Emergency Care and managing inpatients at WCH in collaboration with SSM Telehospitalists. The emergency medicine team brings over 45 combined years of emergency medicine experience. Sue Drabing, VP of Provider Services at MEDS, noted the importance of provider and nursing team education on sepsis recognition.
• SSM Heart Institute of St. LouissupportingTechnology or IntegrationDr. Phillip Apprill, associated with SSM Heart Institute of St. Louis, MO, provides cardiology services 3-4 Mondays per month at WCH's Specialty Clinics. This arrangement brings cardiovascular specialty care directly to the rural community.
• Southern Illinois Heart and Vascular Center (Mt. Vernon, IL)supportingTechnology or IntegrationDr. Avinash Murthy, associated with Southern Illinois Heart and Vascular Center in Mt. Vernon, IL, provides cardiology services on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at WCH's Specialty Clinics.
• Jose Ramirez, M.D. (Gastroenterology)supportingTechnology or IntegrationDr. Jose Ramirez, certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and specializing in Gastroenterology, partners with WCH to provide Colorectal and Esophageal/Stomach Cancer screening services including Colonoscopy, Upper Endoscopy, and Pill Cam Capsule Endoscopy.
• Clinical Radiologists, S.C.supportingTechnology or IntegrationClinical Radiologists, S.C. provides radiologist services for WCH's mammography department. Radiologists specializing in Breast Imaging interpret diagnostic mammograms and perform Ultrasound Guided Breast Biopsys when indicated, with results often available the same day.
• Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe ACR Lung Cancer Screening Registry is approved by CMS to meet Medicare quality reporting requirements. As a Critical Access Hospital, WCH participates in Medicare programs, which was a key factor in the hospital's ability to serve rural Medicare beneficiaries.
• Illinois Medicaid Managed Care PlansmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWCH and all providers in the Medical Group have contracted with Illinois Medicaid Managed Care Plans including Harmony Health Plan (Wellcare), Blue Cross Community Health Plan, Meridian Health Plan, and Molina Healthcare, enabling Medicaid beneficiaries to access WCH's services.
• American Cancer SocietysupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerWCH partners with the American Cancer Society for Relay for Life fundraising events and cancer awareness campaigns. The hospital's 5K events benefit Relay for Life, and the hospital participates in national cancer awareness months including breast and colorectal cancer awareness.
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)supportingGTM or Marketing PartnerWCH teams up with the CDC to bring awareness about strokes and other health conditions to the community. The hospital references CDC data and guidelines in its health education campaigns.
• American Heart AssociationsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerWCH participates in American Heart Association initiatives including National Heart Health Month, Go Red for Women, and promotes AHA resources including the Holiday Healthy Eating Guide and CPR training certification through AHA standards.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Wabash General Hospital: Rural Illinois hospital offering acute care, RHC, specialty clinics, and outpatient services. Comparable on patient mix (Medicare-heavy rural), scale, and integrated-delivery approach.
• Fairfield Memorial Hospital: Rural Illinois Critical Access Hospital providing acute care, emergency, long-term care, and specialty services. Directly comparable on service mix, scale, and IL Medicaid Managed Care exposure.
• Pinckneyville Community Hospital: Critical Access Hospital in rural southern Illinois delivering acute, emergency, primary care, and outpatient services. Closely comparable on geography, scale, and CAH regulatory profile.
• Marshall Browning Hospital: Small rural Illinois hospital providing acute care, emergency, surgery, and primary care. Comparable in bed count, service breadth, and CAH-style rural operating dynamics.
• Hamilton Memorial Hospital: Critical Access Hospital in rural southern Illinois offering acute care, RHC, and outpatient services. Closely comparable in scale, payor mix, and CAH reimbursement dynamics to WCH.
• Ferrell Hospital: Rural Illinois Critical Access Hospital providing acute care, primary care, and specialty services. Comparable on CAH designation, sole-provider status in a rural county, and small-scale inpatient operations.
• Sparta Community Hospital: Illinois-based Critical Access Hospital of similar size serving a rural community. Comparable on CAH designation, rural Illinois geography, and integrated RHC + specialty clinic model.
• Clay County Hospital: Critical Access Hospital in rural southern Illinois providing acute, emergency, primary, and outpatient services. Comparable on CAH designation, payor mix, and community-hospital operating model.

Broad incumbents

• Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS): Multi-state Catholic health system operating rural and community hospitals across Illinois. Comparable as an incumbent health-system strategy that competes for rural-hospital management and affiliation relationships similar to WCH's SSM Health deal.
• SSM Health – Southern Illinois: WCH's management partner and the broader health system providing clinical integration, specialty referrals, and telehealth support. Comparable as the broader incumbent that anchors WCH's specialty coverage and quality infrastructure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/washingtoncountyhospital
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/washington-county-hospital

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Washington County Hospital