Cox Barton County Hospital
Lamar, Missouri · Barton CountyCMS #261325
25 BedsNot-for-ProfitRuralCritical Access
Financial Snapshot
2.6%
Operating Margin
State median: -3.2%
2.7%
Total Margin
57
Days Cash on Hand
State median: 10
31.6%
Occupancy Rate
State median: 51.3%
Source: CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS)
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Community Context
County Health Indicators
Diabetes11.9%
Obesity42.7%
Uninsured14.5%
PCPs per 10K3.4
Primary Care HPSADental Health HPSAMental Health HPSA
Sources: County Health Rankings, CDC SVI 2022, HRSA HPSA
Nearest Hospitals
| Hospital | Beds | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Hospital Carthage | 25 | 21.8 mi |
| Nevada Regional Medical Center | 71 | 22.7 mi |
| Cedar County Memorial Hospital | 25 | 29 mi |
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.