Stevens Community Medical Center

What Stevens Community Medical Center does

Stevens Community Medical Center (SCMC) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) 25-bed critical access hospital and fully-integrated healthcare system headquartered in Morris, Minnesota, founded in 1951 and serving Morris, Starbuck, and surrounding west-central Minnesota communities. Operationally, SCMC runs a hub-and-spoke footprint that includes the main Morris Hospital & Clinic, the Starbuck Clinic, the Morris Eye Clinic, the 5-bed Courage Cottage assisted living facility, an on-campus health services clinic for University of Minnesota Morris students, and a telemedicine channel for adult psychiatric services. The system delivers more than 25 service lines spanning primary care, emergency medicine, obstetrics, orthopedics, oncology/infusion, dermatology, urology, podiatry, ophthalmology, otolaryngology, behavioral medicine, rehabilitation (including NovaCare), diagnostic imaging, laboratory, and general surgery. Technology is built on an Epic EHR backbone with MyChart patient portal (powered by CentraCare), Acuity self-scheduling, and clinical hardware such as the Genius 3D Mammography unit and robotic-assisted surgical systems; the organization is ACR-accredited and consistently rated CMS 5 Star.

Name

Stevens Community Medical Center

Legal name

Stevens Community Medical Center

Website

https://scmcinc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1951

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Stevens Community Medical Center is a nonprofit 25-bed critical access hospital in Morris, Minnesota, operating satellite clinics and an assisted living facility to provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and behavioral health services to rural west-central Minnesota communities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Rural Hospital & Healthcare Services

NAICS

General Medical and Surgical Hospitals (62211), Ambulatory Health Care Services (621), Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (62331)

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)

akta.pro secondary industries

Care Management & Care Coordination (Home & Community-Based) (HLAFAEAL), Hospital-Operated Urgent Care Centers (HLAFADAC)

Keywords

• Critical access hospital
• Rural healthcare services
• Primary care clinic
• Emergency medical services
• Assisted living care

Headquarters

HQ city

Morris

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Healthcare Services Revenue: SCMC generates revenue through providing medical, surgical, and mental health services to patients. Services are billed through standard medical insurance and include hospital services, clinic visits, emergency medicine, surgical procedures, diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, rehabilitation therapy, oncology/infusion therapy, and specialty clinics.
2. Assisted Living / Long-term Care (Courage Cottage): Courage Cottage provides assisted living and hospice care services with 5 residents, generating revenue through resident fees for services including RN assessments, medication management, personal care, activities, and dietary services.
3. Government Healthcare Programs: SCMC receives reimbursement from Medicare and Medicaid programs. In 2025, SCMC provided $4.5 million in community benefits and absorbs gaps between costs of services and government reimbursement rates.
4. Vaccine Administration Services: SCMC provides flu shots and COVID-19 vaccines through drive-thru clinics, scheduled appointments, and community events, billing through insurance or offering at low/no cost.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Stevens Community Medical Center is a 25-bed critical access hospital and fully-integrated nonprofit healthcare system in west-central Minnesota that provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and mental health services. It operates a main hospital in Morris, MN, plus satellite clinics in Starbuck and a dedicated eye clinic, along with the Courage Cottage assisted living facility, delivering primary care, specialty care, emergency medicine, obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, rehabilitation, diagnostic imaging, laboratory, dialysis, and long-term/hospice care to rural patients close to home.

Product overview

Stevens Community Medical Center is a fully-integrated 25-bed critical access hospital and healthcare system offering comprehensive medical, surgical, and mental health services. The system operates multiple facilities including Morris Hospital & Clinic (main hospital), Morris Eye Clinic, Starbuck Clinic, and Courage Cottage assisted living facility. Core services span primary care (Family Medicine), specialty services (Orthopedics, Obstetrics, Oncology/Infusion, Dermatology, Urology, Podiatry, Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology), emergency medicine, behavioral medicine, and rehabilitation services (NovaCare Rehabilitation including dry needling). The hospital provides diagnostic imaging (including 3D mammography), laboratory services, and surgical care. Supporting services include social work, nutrition counseling, cardiac rehabilitation, respiratory therapy, and dialysis. Patient access is facilitated through MyChart portal integration and Acuity scheduling systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• NovaCare Rehabilitation: Physical therapy and rehabilitation services offered by SCMC, including new dry needling services.
• Courage Cottage
• Genius 3D Mammography

Products and services

• Emergency Medicine 24/7 emergency medical care at the Morris Hospital & Clinic with physician coverage always available in-house, plus an associated Urgent & Respiratory Care Clinic for non-emergency same-day needs. For patients of all ages in west-central Minnesota experiencing acute medical events.
• Family Medicine Primary care for patients of all ages including acute care, chronic disease management, preventive care, routine check-ups, immunizations, and annual exams. Provided at Morris Hospital & Clinic, Starbuck Clinic, and the UMN Morris campus Health Services Clinic.
• Obstetrics Labor, delivery, and postpartum obstetrics care with six obstetrics-focused providers, including family medicine physicians with OB, obstetricians, and certified nurse-midwives. Features spacious LDRP suites, comprehensive pain management, and lactation support for growing families.
• General Surgery General surgical procedures including abdominal surgery, hernia repair, breast surgery, endoscopy, colonoscopy, and cesarean sections performed by Dr. Thomas Davis and the SCMC surgical team.
• Orthopedics Orthopedic surgical and non-operative care including hips, knees, shoulder, foot, ankle treatments, joint replacement, sports injuries, and fracture care. Dr. Tim Jay performs arthroscopic and open procedures, including robotic-assisted joint replacement with documented faster recovery.
• Oncology / Infusion Therapy Oncology and hematology services including chemotherapy, infusion therapy, and cancer care. Dr. Wade Swenson provides full-spectrum medical oncology and hematology care for breast, colon, lung, and prostate cancers, available as a visiting specialist in the Infusion Therapy Department.
• Behavioral Medicine Mental health and psychiatric services including diagnostic assessments, treatment plans, ongoing therapy, and medication management for individuals, couples, and families. Includes adult psychiatric services delivered via telemedicine.
• NovaCare Rehabilitation Physical therapy and rehabilitation services including the newly added dry needling therapy for muscle pain, tightness, and movement limitations, as well as cardiac rehabilitation support and a Parkinson's Fitness Group. Provided by certified physical therapists with individualized treatment plans.
• Cardiac Rehabilitation Cardiac rehab programs to support heart health and recovery, often paired with respiratory therapy services.
• Dermatology Skin care services provided by dermatology nurse practitioners treating acne, eczema, rashes, psoriasis, and skin cancer screenings, with the department recently expanded to two providers.
• Urology Urological care including treatment for kidney stones, difficulty urinating, overactive bladder, prostate problems, vasectomies, urinary tract infections, and related surgical procedures.
• Podiatry Foot and ankle care including diabetic foot care, wound care, sports medicine, and treatment of toenail issues, with Dr. Amee Gibson providing outreach to multiple locations.
• Ophthalmology Eye surgery and care including conventional and laser-assisted cataract surgery, LASIK, PRK, and comprehensive ophthalmic surgery performed by Dr. John Dvorak.
• Eye Care / Optometry Eye care services including examinations, vision correction, and treatment of common eye conditions, delivered at the Morris Eye Clinic.
• Otolaryngology (ENT) Ear, nose, and throat care treating conditions including chronic ear disease, sinus disorders, thyroid and parathyroid tumors, sleep apnea, and facial trauma repair.
• Diagnostic Imaging Radiology and imaging services including X-ray, MRI, mammography, and other diagnostic imaging modalities, supported by 24/7 coverage from Regional Diagnostic Radiology (RDR) since 2013/2024.
• Breast Health & Mammography ACR-accredited breast health services including both 2D and 3D mammography using the Genius 3D mammography system, with FDA approval for women with dense breasts and the ability to find 20-65% more invasive breast cancers than 2D alone.
• Genius 3D Mammography FDA-approved 3D mammography exam allowing doctors to examine breast tissue layer by layer, finding 20-65% more invasive breast cancers than 2D alone and reducing unnecessary callbacks by up to 40%. Available through the SCMC Breast Health service.
• Laboratory Services Clinical laboratory testing and analysis services for diagnostic purposes, supporting SCMC providers across the system.
• Dialysis Dialysis services for patients requiring renal replacement therapy, delivered locally so patients do not need to travel to larger tertiary centers.
• In-Patient Care Hospital inpatient nursing care with 24/7 nursing station coverage for patients requiring overnight or multi-day stays at the 25-bed critical access hospital.
• Urgent & Respiratory Care Same-day urgent care and respiratory illness treatment for non-emergency conditions requiring prompt attention, with weekend and holiday hours.
• Social Work Licensed social worker services providing patient support during admission, care coordination, discharge planning, and patient rights advocacy.
• Nutrition Services Registered dietitian services providing dietary assessments, nutrition counseling, and preparation of modified diets for patients, recognized with the MHA Dietary Department of the Year Award.
• Respiratory Therapy Respiratory therapy services provided by trained therapists to support patients with respiratory conditions.
• Parkinson's Fitness Group A community support and fitness program for individuals living with Parkinson's disease, featuring fitness activities, nutrition guidance, guest speakers, and camaraderie sessions, delivered through NovaCare Rehabilitation.
• Flu Shot & COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics Seasonal flu shots and COVID-19 vaccine administration delivered through drive-thru clinics, scheduled appointments, and community events, billed through insurance or offered at low/no cost.
• Dementia Essentials Support Sessions Free quarterly education and support sessions for caregivers and family members navigating dementia, held at SCMC in partnership with Western Prairie Human Services and supported by a Live Well at Home Grant from the Minnesota Department of Human Services.

Quantifiable outcome

• Dr. Tim Jay completed 2,000 surgeries at SCMC in five years
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ConexionescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 May 2026SCMC partnered with Conexiones to help Spanish-speaking residents better navigate the healthcare system through facility tours, education, and open dialogue. Supported by bilingual staff and certified medical interpreters, this collaboration reduces language and cultural barriers, builds trust, and ensures equitable access to care. SCMC received the 2026 MHA Coordination of Care Quality & Safety Award for this partnership.
• University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 September 2025SCMC has partnered with UMN Morris for over a decade to provide health services for students through an on-site Health Services Clinic available five days a week. SCMC providers offer routine appointments, preventive care, and urgent support. SCMC medical providers are available 9am-12pm on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Wednesday 1-3:30pm on class days. A SCMC physical therapist is available on Thursday afternoons. This partnership earned SCMC the 2025 MHA Community Benefit Award.
• Western Prairie Human ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSCMC partnered with Western Prairie Human Services to continue Dementia Essentials Support sessions in 2026. These free, quarterly sessions are designed for caregivers and family members navigating dementia. Sessions are held at SCMC and supported by a Live Well at Home Grant from Minnesota Department of Human Services.
• Horizon Public HealthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSCMC partnered with Horizon Public Health to obtain a PrimeWest grant supporting reduction of Food Insecurities - a Social Determinants of Health measure. Non-perishable food items are available at no charge to SCMC clinic patients as needed, regardless of income.
• Stevens County Food ShelfminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSCMC partnered with Stevens County Food Shelf to address food insecurities in the community. This collaboration earned SCMC the 2024 MHA Community Collaboration Award. Food donations are also collected during community events like the Turkey Trot.
• Stevens County Ambulance Service, ECFE, Options for WomenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSCMC collaborates with community partners including Stevens County Ambulance Service, ECFE (Early Childhood Family Education), and Options for Women to offer Labor, Delivery & Beyond classes several times a year covering prenatal health, labor, baby care, car seat safety, CPR, and more.
• Regional Diagnostic Radiology (RDR)coreTechnology or IntegrationSCMC contracts with Regional Diagnostic Radiology (RDR), a company with over 20 radiologists, to provide around the clock full-time radiology coverage. RDR radiologists Dr. Darrin Spoden and Dr. Francis Kigozi provide diagnostic imaging services at SCMC. RDR has been contracted since 2013/2024.
• NovaCare RehabilitationcoreTechnology or IntegrationNovaCare Rehabilitation is part of SCMC's physical therapy and rehabilitation services, offering dry needling, cardiac rehabilitation, and general rehabilitation therapy. NovaCare provides specialized services including the new Parkinson's Fitness Group.
• Embracing Journeys (Krisie Baron, LSW)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDementia Essentials Support sessions are brought to the community by Western Prairie Human Services - Senior Services and Caregiver Support, in collaboration with Krisie Baron, LSW, of Embracing Journeys. Contact: Nancy Olson at 320-208-7803 or email.
• NCC Psychiatric Services PLLC, Turner TherapyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSusan Herberg, APRN, PMHNP-BC has clinical experience with NCC Psychiatric Services PLLC and Turner Therapy in LeMars, IA, and Psychiatric Services, LLC in Brookings, SD.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lake Region Healthcare: A rural Minnesota healthcare system based in Fergus Falls (Otter Tail County) operating a hospital plus multi-specialty clinic network serving a comparable rural west-central demographic. Similar mission, scale, and service mix to SCMC.
• Appleton Area Health: A small critical-access hospital and clinic system in Appleton, MN with a similar rural west-central Minnesota profile and integrated service model including assisted living.
• Swift County-Benson Health Services: A critical access hospital and clinic system in Benson, MN serving a similarly small rural Minnesota community. Comparable in bed count, service breadth (primary care, ER, outpatient specialties), and nonprofit community-hospital structure.
• Glacial Ridge Health System: A critical access hospital and integrated system in Glenwood, MN (Pope County), operating a similar 25-bed-size rural model with multi-specialty clinic and assisted living. Directly comparable in scale, geography, and rural critical-access positioning to SCMC.
• Prairie Ridge Healthcare: A small rural Minnesota healthcare organization providing hospital and clinic services to comparable community demographics. Directly comparable as a peer critical-access rural provider.

Broad incumbents

• CentraCare: A large regional Minnesota health system based in St. Cloud; provides MyChart integration to SCMC and operates across central Minnesota. Not a direct competitor for primary care in SCMC's footprint, but captures complex referrals and shapes the regional competitive landscape.
• Allina Health: A large Minnesota-based nonprofit health system providing hospital, clinic, and specialty services statewide. Sets broader Minnesota competitive benchmarks and serves as a likely destination for complex referrals from rural areas.
• Sanford Health: A large Upper-Midwest regional health system operating across rural Minnesota, South Dakota, and North Dakota. Competes for specialty referrals and sets the broader competitive context for small rural systems like SCMC.
• Essentia Health: A regional nonprofit health system spanning northern and central Minnesota with hospital and clinic services across small communities. Operates as a tertiary referral destination for northwest Minnesota, shaping the broader regional competitive environment for rural providers like SCMC.

Regional players

• Avera Health: A large regional Catholic health system serving the Upper Midwest (South Dakota/Northern Plains footprint, with reach into Minnesota). Comparable as a rural-serving, multi-site nonprofit system — relevant for rural-hospital operating benchmarks even if it does not directly overlap SCMC's geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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