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Emergency Department

EMERGENCY SERVICES

The Emergency Department of the Power County Hospital is open 24/7 to provide quick and convenient acute care assessment and treatment, referral, or stabilization and transfer for patients suffering from life-threatening illnesses and injuries.

24-hour Emergency Services include:

  • Coverage with emergency trained medical provider and nursing staff
  • Applicable Laboratory testing, X-rays and CT scan services
  • Critical transfer care if necessary 

Our hospital also works closely with area emergency responders including the Power County EMS services, and area emergency air services as well as with our tertiary facilities Portneuf Medical Center and Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center for continued care and treatment.

Chest Pain or Pressure

Chest discomfort can signal a heart attack or other serious heart or lung problems. Call 911 immediately if pain is severe, sudden, or accompanied by sweating, nausea, or shortness of breath.

Difficulty Breathing or Shortness of Breath

Struggling to breathe can indicate asthma attacks, allergic reactions, infections, or heart issues. If breathing becomes difficult or rapid, seek emergency care right away.

Seizures

A seizure is a sudden change in brain activity and can be life-threatening, especially if it lasts more than a few minutes or happens without a known cause. Call 911 immediately.

Broken Bones

A suspected fracture should be treated urgently, especially if the limb is deformed, unable to bear weight, or accompanied by severe pain. Emergency care prevents further damage.

Upper Abdominal Pain or Pressure

Severe or persistent upper abdominal pain may point to gallbladder issues, pancreatitis, heart problems, or internal bleeding. It requires immediate evaluation.

Heavy or Uncontrollable Bleeding

Bleeding that won’t stop or is soaking through bandages can be life-threatening. Apply pressure and call 911 or go to the nearest ER.

Coughing or Vomiting Blood

Any amount of blood in cough or vomit can indicate a serious lung or gastrointestinal issue. This should be treated as an emergency.

Sudden or Excessive Pain

Pain that comes on suddenly, is extreme, or worsens rapidly can signal internal injury, infection, or organ problems. Get emergency care right away.

Unconsciousness

Fainting or losing consciousness, even briefly, can indicate stroke, heart rhythm problems, dehydration, or trauma. Call 911 immediately.

Changes in Vision

Sudden blurred vision, double vision, or vision loss can be signs of stroke, neurological problems, or retinal emergencies. Get immediate medical evaluation.

Suicidal Thoughts

Any thoughts of self-harm or suicide are a medical emergency. Call 911 or the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 for immediate help.

Neoplastic Disorders

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Allergic Disorders

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Don't Ignore Chronic Illness Symptoms

When You Need To Get Immediate Attention

Many common health issues seen in family medicine can quickly become emergencies if symptoms worsen or involve trouble breathing, chest pain, sudden weakness or numbness, severe abdominal pain, uncontrolled bleeding, confusion, a high fever that won’t come down, dehydration, or a rapid change in mental status. Chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and asthma can escalate without warning; infections can spread quickly; children and seniors can deteriorate faster than adults; and certain women’s or men’s health concerns may require immediate evaluation. If you or a loved one experiences any severe, sudden, or life-threatening symptoms, call 911 right away or go to the nearest emergency room. When in doubt, it’s always safer to seek emergency care.

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Special Care Unit

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Treatment Price List

Heart Cardioversion
£1700.00
Dupuytren's Fasciectomy
£999.00
Hip Resurfacing Surgery
£14400.00
Laparoscopy
£3900.00
Knee Arthroscopy
£2700.00
Local anaesthetic
£2300.00
Kidney Stone Treatment
£4700.00
Pain management
£1199.00
Prostate Cancer
£4400.00
Radiology
£2500.00
Removing wisdom teeth
£2400.00

If you think you're having an emergency please call 911

We are open 24 hours. Emergency? Call 911

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