Little Colorado Medical Center

What Little Colorado Medical Center does

Little Colorado Medical Center (LCMC) is a 25-bed, not-for-profit Critical Access Hospital located in Winslow, Arizona, 50 miles east of Flagstaff along Interstate 40. Founded in 1954 as Winslow Memorial Hospital and redesignated a CAH in 2004, LCMC operates a 24/7 Emergency Department with 13 beds and two trauma bays, a Med/Surg inpatient unit, on-site laboratory and pharmacy, and a radiology suite providing X-ray, ultrasound, and CT imaging. The clinical portfolio spans general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, cardiology, nephrology, orthopedics (via a partnership with NAH Orthopedics in Flagstaff), podiatry, pain management, wound care, infusion therapy, physical and occupational therapy, swing-bed skilled nursing, and a HIPAA-compliant telehealth behavioral health service. Outpatient care is delivered through the Little Colorado Physician's Office (LCPO), a federally designated Rural Health Clinic opened in 2010, and a separate Physical Therapy clinic.

The facility serves approximately 30,000 residents of rural Northeastern Arizona, with members of the Navajo Nation representing roughly 70% of the patient population and the Hopi Nation forming a secondary community; bilingual staff and culturally tailored protocols are central to care delivery. LCMC is governed by a community Board of Directors under CEO Travis Udall, with referral partnerships formalized with the Winslow Indian Healthcare Center, NAH Orthopedics, Flagstaff Medical Center, and the Arizona Rural Health Association. Technology consists of a commercial EHR with a HealthEIntent patient portal, telemedicine video platforms, and digital imaging systems, supported by integrations with Simplee Pay, Click2Pay, and DoctorPayments for billing.

Revenue is generated through fee-for-service patient care, insurance reimbursement (including Medicare, Medicaid, and Blue Cross Blue Shield until the planned July 1, 2026 out-of-network transition), and self-pay arrangements; as a CAH, cost-based reimbursement provides a backstop against volume volatility. The hospital offsets access barriers for uninsured and underinsured patients via sliding-fee financial assistance, a 40% out-of-network cost-sharing discount for BCBS, and self-pay prompt-pay discounts, with all prices publicly disclosed through CMS pricing tools. Distribution is purely direct via the three Winslow facilities and the telehealth channel, with no third-party intermediaries.

Name

Little Colorado Medical Center

Legal name

Little Colorado Medical Center

Website

https://lcmcwmh.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1954

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Little Colorado Medical Center is a 25-bed not-for-profit Critical Access Hospital in Winslow, Arizona that delivers 24/7 emergency, inpatient, surgical, obstetric, specialty, and telehealth behavioral health care to approximately 30,000 rural residents of Northeastern Arizona, including the Hopi and Navajo Nations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Rural Critical Access Hospital Services

NAICS

Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists) (621111), Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340), Ambulatory Health Care Services (621)

SIC

Services-General Medical & Surgical Hospitals, Nec (8062), Services-Hospitals (8060), Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Critical Access & Rural Hospitals (HLAFAAAG)

Keywords

• Critical access hospital
• Rural healthcare services
• Emergency medical care
• Inpatient outpatient care
• Diagnostic imaging services

Headquarters

HQ city

Winslow

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Patient Care Services: Direct healthcare services including emergency care, inpatient/outpatient care, diagnostics, surgery, and specialty services billed through insurance or self-pay
2. Insurance Reimbursement: Reimbursement from insurance carriers including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicaid, and other health plans for covered services
3. Financial Assistance Programs: Sliding fee discounts, self-pay discounts, and financial assistance for uninsured or underinsured patients based on family size and income

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Little Colorado Medical Center is a 25-bed not-for-profit Critical Access Hospital in Winslow, Arizona, delivering emergency, inpatient, and outpatient care across core departments (Emergency Department, Med/Surg, Laboratory, Pharmacy, Radiology) and specialty service lines (Cardiology, Nephrology, Wound Care, Pain Management, Infusion Therapy, General Surgery, OB/GYN, Orthopedics, Podiatry, Physical and Occupational Therapy, Swing Bed, Behavioral Health Telehealth). Care is delivered through the main hospital campus, the Little Colorado Physician's Office (Rural Health Clinic), and a Physical Therapy clinic, serving approximately 30,000 rural residents including the Hopi and Navajo Nations.

Product overview

Little Colorado Medical Center is a 25-bed not-for-profit Critical Access Hospital serving Northeastern Arizona. The hospital operates a unified healthcare delivery system consisting of an acute care hospital with 24/7 Emergency Department, Med/Surg unit, Laboratory, Pharmacy, and Radiology (X-ray, ultrasound, CT) as core diagnostic and inpatient services. Outpatient care is delivered through the Little Colorado Physician's Office (LCPO), a Rural Health Clinic designation, offering family practice, specialty care, and same-day visits. The hospital's clinical portfolio includes Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Cardiology, Nephrology, Orthopedics, Podiatry, Wound Care, Pain Management, Behavioral Health (telehealth), Infusion Therapy, and both Physical and Occupational Therapy. The Swing Bed Program provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation for patients transitioning from acute care. Financial assistance and a patient portal support access to care.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Emergency Department 24/7 emergency care facility with a skilled clinical team and advanced diagnostics, treating life-threatening conditions from minor injuries to life-threatening situations for patients in the Winslow and Northeastern Arizona service area.
• Med/Surg (Medical-Surgical Unit) Inpatient and observation care unit for patients recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, staffed by skilled nurses and support staff at the Winslow hospital campus.
• Laboratory On-site diagnostic testing facility providing fast, accurate results from routine bloodwork to specialized diagnostics with quick turnaround times for inpatients, outpatients, and clinic patients.
• Radiology Comprehensive medical imaging services including X-rays, ultrasound, CT, and advanced diagnostic studies for fast diagnosis and treatment planning at the Winslow hospital campus.
• Pharmacy Inpatient medication management services with medication reviews and patient education to support recovery and long-term health at the hospital.
• Swing Bed Program Skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for patients requiring additional support before safely returning home after acute hospital care.
• Wound Care Specialized treatment program for chronic, complex, and non-healing wounds using advanced therapies and personalized treatment plans for rural Arizona patients.
• Pain Management Interventional pain management services helping patients find relief from chronic or acute pain through targeted treatments and individualized care plans.
• Infusion Therapy IV-based treatment services allowing patients to receive advanced therapies locally without traveling to distant facilities such as Flagstaff.
• Physical Therapy Rehabilitation services delivered at the Little Colorado Physical Therapy clinic, helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence after injury, surgery, or illness with personalized treatment plans.
• Occupational Therapy Therapy services helping patients return to daily activities with confidence, enhancing independence and quality of life after surgery, stroke, injury, or chronic conditions.
• Obstetrics and Gynecology Comprehensive women's health services from prenatal care and childbirth to gynecologic exams and procedures across every stage of life for women in Northeastern Arizona.
• General Surgery Expert surgical care including minimally invasive procedures for conditions such as gallbladder and hernia repairs and endoscopies at the hospital's surgical service line.
• Cardiology Specialized heart care including diagnostic testing and management of chronic heart conditions, providing leading-edge cardiovascular care close to home.
• Nephrology Specialized kidney care including chronic kidney disease management and hypertension treatment with ongoing monitoring and tailored treatment plans.
• Orthopedics Partnership-based service with NAH Orthopedics providing spine and joint evaluation and follow-up care at LCMC, with surgery performed at Flagstaff.
• Podiatry Foot and ankle health services treating injuries, chronic pain, diabetic foot conditions, and mobility issues for patients in the service area.
• Behavioral Health / Mental Health Telehealth Mental health telehealth services providing counseling, evaluation, and compassionate care for depression, anxiety, stress, crisis needs, and substance abuse through secure video appointments accessible across Northeastern Arizona and into neighboring Native American nations.
• Little Colorado Physician's Office (LCPO) Rural Health Clinic offering family practice and specialty care to local families with access to everyday care including annual checkups, OB/GYN visits, and urgent care on a same-day or scheduled basis in Winslow, Arizona.
• Patient Portal Online portal (HealthEIntent) enabling patients to access medical records, view test results, and manage healthcare information securely with single sign-on authentication.
• Financial Assistance Programs Sliding fee discounts, self-pay options, and 40% out-of-network cost-sharing discounts ensuring every patient can access care regardless of ability to pay, including for BCBS patients.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% five-year survival rate when breast cancer is caught early through mammography screening

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Winslow Indian Healthcare CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClose working relationship with federally-operated Indian Health Service beneficiary organization to ensure coordinated, culturally-preferred care for Native American patients from Hopi and Navajo Nations.
• NAH Orthopedics (Northern Arizona Healthcare)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for orthopedic surgery services; LCMC provides workup and follow-up care locally while surgeries are performed at NAH facilities in Flagstaff.
• Flagstaff Medical CentercoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAffiliate hospital for specialized care referrals when patient needs exceed local capacity, ensuring smooth transitions and coordinated care.
• Arizona Rural Health AssociationminorOthersStatewide advocacy organization that LCMC participates with to support rural healthcare policy and access initiatives.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sage Memorial Hospital: Sage Memorial is a Critical Access Hospital in Ganado, Arizona, serving the Navajo Nation. It is the closest direct peer to LCMC given shared CAH designation, rural Arizona geography, Native American patient base, and comparable size/scope of services.
• Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation: Tuba City Regional Health Care operates a rural hospital serving the western Navajo Nation and Hopi communities. Comparable to LCMC in CAH-equivalent role, Native American patient population, and referral relationships to Flagstaff for higher-acuity care.
• Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center: Summit Healthcare is a rural regional hospital in Show Low, Arizona, providing a similar mix of emergency, inpatient, and outpatient services to a rural White Mountain population. Comparable in scale, rural market dynamics, and reliance on cost-based reimbursement.
• White Mountain Regional Medical Center: White Mountain Regional Medical Center is a small rural hospital in Springerville, Arizona. Direct peer to LCMC as a similarly sized rural Arizona facility serving a dispersed, lower-density population with a broad general service mix.
• Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center: Cobre Valley Regional Medical Center is a rural hospital in Globe, Arizona, serving a geographically dispersed population in Gila County. Comparable to LCMC in rural Arizona setting, CAH-equivalent reimbursement profile, and community-hospital scope of services.

Broad incumbents

• Northern Arizona Healthcare (Flagstaff Medical Center): Northern Arizona Healthcare operates Flagstaff Medical Center, LCMC's stated referral affiliate for higher-acuity care. As a larger regional system, it represents both a referral partner and a potential competitor for specialty volumes in the same Northern Arizona catchment.
• Banner Health: Banner Health is the largest nonprofit health system in Arizona, operating multiple hospitals across the state including Page Hospital near the Navajo Nation. Comparable as a broad incumbent with overlapping rural Arizona footprint and significant operating scale advantage.
• CommonSpirit Health: CommonSpirit Health is a large national nonprofit health system with significant rural and community hospital operations, including in the Southwestern U.S. Comparable to LCMC as a nonprofit acute care operator serving underserved communities, but at vastly greater scale.

Regional players

• Page Hospital (Banner Page): Page Hospital is a Banner-operated facility in Page, Arizona, near the Navajo Nation border. Comparable as a small rural Arizona hospital serving a community with significant Native American population, though operating under a large health system rather than independently.

Others

• Hopi Health Care Center: Hopi Health Care Center is an Indian Health Service facility serving the Hopi Nation in northeastern Arizona. While not a private hospital, it serves an overlapping Native American patient population with LCMC and represents both a coordinating partner and a potential alternative care setting.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/LCMCWinslow
• Instagraminstagram.com/little_colorado_medical_center

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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