Bates County Memorial Hospital (BCMH) is a 60-bed, independent, non-profit acute-care hospital in Butler, Missouri. Founded in 1960, BCMH serves Bates County and the surrounding rural communities through its main hospital and four rural health clinics in Adrian, Butler, and Rich Hill. The hospital offers a wide range of services including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient surgery, rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary rehab, and specialty clinics. BCMH is known for its commitment to patient-centered care, community involvement, and continuous improvement

• Primary, specialty, and urgent care

• Inpatient and outpatient surgery

• Emergency medicine (24/7 physician-staffed ER)

• Rehabilitation and cardiopulmonary rehab

• Outpatient specialty clinics

• High standards for patient safety and satisfaction

• Accredited by DNV-GL

• Focused on continuous improvement and evidence-based care

Mission 

• Continuously improve the health of the people in our community.

• Build strong relationships with patients.

• Offer state-of-the-art equipment and advanced services close to home

Vision 

• Provide high-quality, accessible healthcare to all community members.

• Prioritize patient quality and safety standards.

• Remain a trusted healthcare leader for Bates County and beyond

• Accredited by DNV-GL, emphasizing patient quality and safety

• Named a Top Hospital by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) in 2020, with a four-star rating for overall quality

• Regular recognition for outstanding volunteer service and community involvement