La Paz Regional Hospital, founded in 1973, is a nonprofit critical access hospital located in Parker, Arizona. It serves as a key healthcare provider for La Paz County and surrounding rural areas. The hospital offers a wide range of services, including inpatient medical-surgical care, ICU, emergency care, radiology, cardiac rehabilitation, chemotherapy/infusion services, and physical therapy. With multiple rural healthcare clinics and specialty services, it aims to meet the diverse healthcare needs of its community. Additionally, La Paz Regional Hospital is known for its community-focused approach and innovative facilities like the only drive-thru pharmacy in La Paz County.

1. Cardiology: Includes advanced echocardiogram services and a full-time cardiologist.

2. Radiology: Digital mammography, CAT scan, MRI, nuclear medicine, and PACS

3. Infusion Services: Chemotherapy and intravenous outpatient treatments

4. Surgical Services: General surgery with modern facilities

5. Emergency Care: 24/7 emergency department with skilled staff

6. Rehabilitation: Physical therapy and occupational therapy services

1. Clinical Ratings: The hospital provides quality care for conditions like respiratory failure, sepsis, COPD, and pneumonia; however, detailed ratings for specific outcomes are limited.

2. Patient Experience: Mixed reviews highlight areas for improvement in wait times and care delivery.

3. Critical Access Designation: Recognized as a critical access hospital, ensuring essential services for rural communities.

4. Advanced Services: Equipped with modern facilities like a cath lab and digital imaging systems to support high-quality diagnostics and treatments.

Mission:

1. Enhance Quality of Life: Enhance the quality of life of patients, staff, and the community.

2. Comprehensive Healthcare: Provide safe, high-quality, and caring healthcare services.

3. Community Focus: Serve the residents of La Paz County and surrounding areas.

Vision:

1. Integrated Services: Provide an integrated system of inpatient and outpatient services.

2. Excellent Care: Deliver excellent care with a nurturing touch.

3. Community Needs: Meet community needs through primary and specialty physicians.

Awards of La Paz Regional Hospital:

1. Thomson's Top 100 Hospitals (2007): Recognized nationally for its expansion projects and cost-effective services

2. USDA Rural Development Grant (2010): Received $78,523 for ultrasound machines and cardiac imaging services

3. CMS Critical Access Hospital Designation: Recognized for serving rural communities with 25 beds or fewer