1990 to Present

A hospice suite became a reality in 1993 due to a large contribution from the hospital Auxiliary. In September that same year, Grant Regional Health Center acquired the Fennimore Clinic, approximately 12 miles north, and in June 1995 opened the Potosi-Tennyson Medical Clinic, approximately 11 miles south. In 1994 new construction was added to the hospital to provide space for Occupational Health and Sports Medicine programs.

In 1999 Grant Regional Health Center completed a $5.9 million construction and equipment project. The hospital made a significant commitment to the community with this expansion to meet existing and future needs for health care services. The scope of the project included expansion of the outpatient, emergency and surgery departments, allowing for greater capabilities and improved services. As a major component in an effort to provide greater convenience, Grant Community Clinic relocated to the Madison Street level of the new construction. The project also included a central entry location and improved patient and visitor circulation through the facility.

The hospital's most recent change has been in status. Grant Regional Health Center has applied with the state of Wisconsin to be designated as a Critical Access Hospital. The new status will allow the hospital more flexibility with many federal rules and regulations. In addition, the hospital will be eligible for a higher level of payment from the Medicare program. Patients will receive the same services and high-quality care with this new program. The majority of the changes will come from internal operations.

Today Grant Regional Health Center provides a wide array of health care services and continually strives to stay current with the latest trends that are appropriate for our service area.