Regional Health Services of Howard County
Cresco, Iowa · Howard CountyCMS #161328
25 BedsNot-for-ProfitRuralCritical Access
Financial Snapshot
-17.1%
Operating Margin
State median: -0.3%
-17.1%
Total Margin
154
Days Cash on Hand
State median: 48
22.3%
Occupancy Rate
State median: 23.8%
Source: CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS)
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Community Context
County Health Indicators
Diabetes9.7%
Obesity37.3%
Uninsured6.8%
PCPs per 10K5.3
Mental Health HPSA
Sources: County Health Rankings, CDC SVI 2022, HRSA HPSA
Nearest Hospitals
| Hospital | Beds | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Winnmed | 25 | 18.4 mi |
| Mercyone New Hampton Medical Center | 25 | 24.3 mi |
| Gundersen Palmer Lutheran Hospital and Clinics | 25 | 32.6 mi |
Related Pages
Data from CMS Provider of Services, CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS), County Health Rankings, CDC Social Vulnerability Index, and HRSA Bureau of Health Workforce. Last updated: 2026-03-11.