Hospital Profile
| Name | Mercy Regional Medical Center |
| Location | 1010 Three Springs Blvd, Durango, Colora ... |
| Ownership | Voluntary non-profit - Church |
| Emergency Services | Yes |
| Medicare ID (CCN) | 060013 |
Full Answer
What kind of hospital is Mercy Hospital Durango?
Mercy Hospital is an 82-bed, acute-care hospital in Durango, Colorado. Mercy Hospital was founded in 1882 but has grown to become Southwest Colorado's largest and most technologically advanced medical facility. It is the only hospital in the region to receive from Medicare a five-star rating for overall hospital quality.
Does Mercy accept families under the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program?
We accept families under the Colorado Child Care Assistance Program. The intention of Mercy Employee Child Care Center is to serve the needs of Mercy Hospital employees on a space-available basis. However, it is important for our center to remain as full as possible.
How long has Katy been a Durango resident?
A resident of Durango for 15 years, Katy is on a mission to live each day with intention, curiosity, and love. She is most fulfilled when she is in connection and in service to her community. Katy joined Mercy Hospital’s Board of Trustees in 2020.
How do I find Medicaid providers in my area?
For more information about Medicaid, visit the Medicaid & CHIP page on Healthcare.gov. If you have trouble accessing the Physician Compare website, please call 1-800-MEDICARE and a representative will be able to run the search for you. They can also send you a print version of the search results.
What does Medicare assignment mean?
Assignment means that your doctor, provider, or supplier agrees (or is required by law) to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services.
What percentage of doctors do not accept Medicare assignment?
In all states except for 3 [Alaska, Colorado, Wyoming], less than 2% of physicians in each state have opted-out of the Medicare program.
Do doctors have to accept what Medicare pays?
Can Doctors Refuse Medicare? The short answer is "yes." Thanks to the federal program's low reimbursement rates, stringent rules, and grueling paperwork process, many doctors are refusing to accept Medicare's payment for services. Medicare typically pays doctors only 80% of what private health insurance pays.