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Lost Rivers Medical Center was originally established in 1958 as an association. It was operated by the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration who operated the facility until 1975 under the auspices of Butte County and filled positions ranging from administration to housekeeping. During their successful operation they added five (5) long term beds. When established, the main purpose of Lost Rivers Medical Center was to provide acute in-patient care to the citizens of Butte and Custer counties.
Currently, Lost Rivers Medical Center operates as a Critical Access Hospital (CAH), the designation of which was established by law under the Medicare program. To be designated as a CAH, a hospital must be located in a rural area, provide 24-hour emergency services, have an average length-of-stay for its patients of 96 hours or less, be located more than 35 miles (or more than 15 miles in areas with mountainous terrain) from the nearest hospital or be designated by its State as a “necessary provider.” Hospitals may have no more than 25 beds.
Our goal has always been, and continues to be, providing and creating exceptional experiences for our patients and customers by offering the best and most comprehensive medical care possible.
Lost Rivers Medical Center has two clinics, Arco Clinic and Mackay Clinic.
Our clinics offer a wide range of community-based, full spectrum, family-focused care. Our rural services include:
The Board of Trustees is made up of seven community citizens, elected by the residents within the hospital district. The district serves all of Butte and the lower Custer Counties.
The Board of Trustees of Lost Rivers Medical Center has all the power of general supervision of the center in addition to formulating and overseeing its educational and fiscal policies. The Board is also responsible for the appointment and oversight of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) who is then delegated full authority for the operation of the institution.
Otto Higbee was appointed as a LRMC Trustee on September 2012.
Max Bingham was appointed as a LRMC Trustee on May 15, 2013.
David Callister was appointed as a LRMC Trustee on January 28, 2013.
Hal Jardine was appointed as a LRMC Trustee on January 28, 2013.
Bert Secrist was appointed as a LRMC Trustee on July 17, 2013.
Travis Andersen was appointed as a LRMC Trustee on September 23, 2020.
Howard Wood was appointed as a LRMC Trustee on April 26, 2023.
Sherlene Traughber was appointed as a LRMC Trustee on June 28, 2023.
Regular Board Meetings:
4th Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm in the hospital conference room. To add items to the agenda, please contact the Board Clerk at (208) 252-7654 x 705
October 2023 Board Meeting Minutes
Board Work Session Meetings (open to public):
On an “as-needed” basis. All facility employees and community members are welcomed and encouraged to attend.
Emergency Medicine
Lost Rivers Medical Center
Arco Clinic
Emergency Medicine
Lost Rivers Medical Center
Arco Clinic
With more than 15 years of experience, Dr. Schneider has special interests in breast and colon cancer surgery, endocrinology, and advanced minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Schneider’s performs surgery on hernias, gallbladders, upper and lower endoscopies, and intestinal tract procedures.
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from Idaho State University in Pocatello
Graduated with honors from Des Moines University of Osteopathic Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
With more than 10 years of experience as a general surgeon, Dr. Judy performs breast and colon cancer surgeries and advanced laparoscopic (minimally invasive) procedures. His experience also includes performing surgery on hernias, gallbladders, upper and lower endoscopies, and intestinal tract procedures.
Bachelor of Science from Idaho State University in Pocatello, Idaho
Doctor of Osteopathy from Des Moines University in Des Moines, Iowa.
Family Medicine
Arco Clinic
Mackay Clinic
Emergency and Family Medicine
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Arco Clinic
Mackay Clinic
Family Medicine
Arco Clinic
Mackay Clinic
Podiatry
Arco Clinic
Mackay Clinic
Cardiology
Arco Clinic
Psych/Mental Health
Arco Clinic
Mackay Clinic
Physical Therapy
Arco Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy
Arco Physical Therapy
Pharmacy
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