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Ray County Memorial Hospital

A Critical Access Health Care Facility located in Richmond Mo. Since 1956, Ray County Memorial Hospital has provided Ray County residents and surrounding communities with professional, dependable, cost-effective health care. Our Mission is to provide high quality health care to improve the health status of the community it serves. Owned and operated by the people of Ray County.



Community Health Needs Assessment

Ray County Memorial Hospital participates in the Community Health Needs research program.
Click here to review the Community Health Needs Assessment 2022.
Click here to review the Community Health Needs Implementation Plan for 2022.

Click here to review the Community Health Needs Assessment 2019.
Click here to review the Community Health Needs Implementation Plan for 2019.

Click here to review the Community Health Needs Assessment 2016.
Click here to review the Community Health Needs Implementation Plan for 2016.




Medicare awarded RCMH with 5 stars

Congratulations to the Ray County Memorial Staff for striving to make the hospital a better place. Medicare has added RCMH to the 5 star list of hospitals. Click here to read more.



Visitor Policy (updated: June, 9th 2022)


Per CDC guidance, masks are required to enter regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status.

There is NO LONGER a set amount of visitors for patients at the hospital or required age, except for isolation rooms. If a patient is in isolation for C-Diff, MRSA, etc… The visitor CANNOT be a child due to our contact isolation gear being too large for children.

COVID WING PT’S: If a patient is in the covid wing, they may only have 2 designated visitors (no children allowed). – Nurses station has details of designated visitors if there is a question about how this works.
The cafeteria is now open to guests.

Our main entrance doors are locked each afternoon at 4 p.m. After 4 p.m., please use the emergency room entrance.


If these stipulations are not followed the designated visitor(s) privileges will be revoked.




Highlighting Adolescent Mental Health During COVID-19

As lives return to normal, the need for mental health care likely will increase as the cumulative effects of 2020 and 2021 shape young lives and minds. Better coordinated care, better access to support systems in the community and expansion of technology - like telehealth for mental health care - will help young Missourians with COVID-19-related behavioral health conditions get the help they need. Please click the image below for more information.





Caring Connections Fall 2019

Caring Connections is a quarterly publication of Ray County Memorial Hospital. The information in Caring Connections is general in nature and not intended to replace a doctor’s advice. For specific information about healthcare concerns, contact your healthcare professional. September is suicide awareness month, know the signs and risk factors.

Click here to read Caring Connections publication.

Please forward comments and article suggestions to: Liz Johnson: 816-309-7179




Effective March 1st, 2017

Effective March 1st, 2017 RCMH will begin collecting deductibles, co-pays, and co-insurances based upon your insurance benefits at the time of service. For un-insured patients, you must make arrangements regarding payment prior to your appointment / prior to receiving services. If you have any questions on this please feel free to contact Cindy, business office manager, at 816.470.5432 extension 320.



Level III Stroke Center

Ray County Memorial Hospital is proud to announce that we have achieved Level III Stroke Certification by MO Department of Health & Senior Services. This advanced certification highlights our hospital's continued dedication and commitment to provide excellent health care and enhanced patient care within our community.



Ray County Memorial Hospital Recognized by iVantage Health Analytics for Performance Leadership in Financial Stability


Richmond, MO, November 2014 - Ray County Memorial Hospital today announced it has been recognized by iVantage Health Analytics for overall excellence in Financial Stability, reflecting top quartile performance among all acute care hospitals in the nation.

"Despite the many challenges rural hospitals face in today's healthcare environment, they remain a vital and integral component of the community," said Michael Topchik, senior vice president of iVantage Health Analytics. "The top quartile performers should be viewed as true market leaders. Through their commitment to performance analysis and improvement, they have established a blueprint for sustainability which other rural hospitals can follow."
www.ivantagehealth.com




Our Vision

  • Provide high quality patient care in a cost-effective manner
  • Meet and exceed our customer expectations
  • Continuously strive to meet the needs of the community
  • Provide a positive work environment
  • Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations
  • Provide and maintain positive professional staff/physician relations





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