Healthcare in Ruidoso
Ruidoso's healthcare access runs through a real, long-operating critical access hospital serving the town and broader Lincoln County.
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Learn moreLincoln County Medical Center
Lincoln County Medical Center is a 25-licensed-bed critical access hospital operating in Ruidoso since 1950, county-owned and leased/managed by Presbyterian Healthcare Services since 1972.
A real regional care role
The hospital offers acute care, obstetrics, intensive care, emergency medicine, and surgery, plus satellite clinics in Capitan, Carrizozo, Corona, and Hondo.
A real, favorable patient-satisfaction figure
Approximately 91% of surveyed patients said they would recommend Lincoln County Medical Center to others.
Key takeaways
- Lincoln County Medical Center: 25 licensed beds, critical access hospital, operating since 1950.
- The hospital offers acute care, obstetrics, ICU, emergency medicine, and surgery services.
- ~91% of surveyed patients said they would recommend the hospital.
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