News & Events

One of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Patient Experience

At Decatur County Hospital, we are continuously looking for ways that we can expand our services to meet the needs of our community. …

DCH Offers the Personal Care You Deserve

At Decatur County Hospital, we are continuously looking for ways that we can expand our services to meet the needs of our community. …

High Blood Pressure Education Month

If you are making efforts to adjust your lifestyle, but still live with high blood pressure, we are here to help. Each month in the DCH Outpatient Clinic, we host …

New DCH Outpatient Clinic Opens April 24, 2023

Beginning April 24, 2023, the DCH Outpatient Clinic will move operations into anew building constructed on the east side of the existing hospital. …

Decatur County Hospital to Renovate Space for NEW Infusion…

Approximately 1,900 square feet of the existing clinic area will undergo a complete renovation to become a new infusion center. …

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Screening and treatment is available on site at Decatur County Hospital for colorectal cancer. Schedule your colonoscopy today. …

Friends of Decatur County Hospital Organization Offers $2,000 Scholarship

The Friends of Decatur County organization has announced a $2,000 scholarship opportunity! …

Specialized Neurological Testing Available at DCH

DCH adds ability to do on-site electroencephalograms (EEGs) to diagnose and track neurological conditions. …

Updated Pain Management Clinic Begins April 24, 2023

On the 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month, Dr. Keith Barnhill, Ph.D, CRNA, ARNP, and Dr. Rich Jacobson, DNP, CRNA, will visit the DCH Outpatient Clinic to provide support …

Decatur County Hospital Adds Service for Chronically Ill Patients

In order to meet the needs of our patients, Decatur County Hospital has implemented a new Community Paramedicine program. …

Wellness Screening Event at Decatur County Hospital

Join us for our Wellness Screening Event! Our annual event which provides you with various results to track your health will be held Monday, February 13 - Friday, April 29 …

Decatur County Hospital Evolves to Make Your Check in…

A new system called Phreesia will make your visit to the DCH Outpatient Clinic more convenient, and save you time when completing paperwork. …

Decatur County Hospital Celebrates National Rural Health Day

On November 17th, Decatur County Hospital celebrates National Rural Health Day which is set aside to recognize the great service that rural health care organizations provide. …

Angel Tree 2022

Do you or someone you know need help with Christmas this year? Decatur County Hospital Employee Activity Committee is now taking applications for our Angel Tree. Any family in the …

Decatur County Hospital Expands Program Aimed at Optimizing Pain…

Decatur County Hospital is proud to announce participation today in the Billion Pill Pledge program, launched in conjunction with Goldfinch Health. …

DCH Becomes Only Critical Access Hospital in Iowa to…

As of October 20, 2022, the American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Decatur County Hospital for our demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. …

Orthopedic Surgery Close to Home

Learn more about Goldfinch Health, a free program to help reduce the use of opioids after surgery. …

Major Developments in the New DCH Outpatient Clinic Take…

Read the latest update about the construction of our NEW DCH Outpatient Clinic, and see the newest photos. …

Decatur County Hospital Now Accredited by ADCES to Provide…

As we continue to evolve to meet your needs, we’re proud to provide a well-rounded approach to serving patients living with diabetes and other endocrine disorders. …

Interior Steel in Place, and Exterior Finishing in Progress…