Chicago City Wire

Boyd Memorial Hospital has reported its performance for the first half of fiscal year 2025, showing growth in several service areas compared to the same period in 2024. Despite operational changes and losing a key contract, the hospital continues to expand its capacity through increased inpatient care, emergency response, rehabilitation services, and outpatient visits.

Inpatient admissions rose by 32%, and Medicare swing bed days surged by 173%. The observation unit saw a 400% increase in 23-hour admissions, indicating a rising need for short-term acute care. Emergency room visits increased by 40%, highlighting the hospital's role in urgent medical care. Ambulance services also grew with a 32% increase in total runs, while bypass cases dropped by 57%, suggesting improved efficiency.

Rehabilitation and diagnostic services experienced notable growth. Physical Therapy treatments increased by 11%, while Occupational Therapy treatment surged by 112%. Radiology services expanded with exams up by 15% and visits increasing by 18%.

Outpatient clinic visits varied across locations. Greene County Rural Health Clinic had a patient visit increase of 38%. Greenfield and Roodhouse clinics recorded growth at 6% and 9% respectively. However, Carrollton saw a decline of 21% due to closing on Sundays.

Despite positive trends in many areas, Lab services saw a decrease of 14% in tests performed and patient volume due to losing a contract with White Hall nursing home. The hospital is exploring new opportunities to expand partnerships.

Financially, Boyd Memorial Hospital improved its position with monthly cash collections reaching $1.5 million for the first six months of fiscal year 2025, up from $1.1 million during the same period in fiscal year 2024. This reflects growing patient volume and adaptability to healthcare changes.