Award-Winning Healthcare Close to Home: Recognizing Mountain View’s Exceptional Medical Community
When people talk about why they love living in Mountain View, AR, the conversation usually starts with music, nature, and friendly neighbors. But one of the most quietly powerful strengths of this small town is the high-quality healthcare available right here at home. From national awards to state recognition, our local hospitals continue to go above and beyond in serving the people of Stone County—and it hasn’t gone unnoticed.
Here’s a look at some of the recent recognitions and honors that showcase the excellence of our medical community:
Stone County Medical Center (SCMC): Big Achievements from a Small-Town Hospital
Affiliated with White River Health, Stone County Medical Center has become a trusted provider for families throughout the area. Their hard work has earned them several impressive honors:
5-Star Quality Rating by CMS
SCMC received the highest possible rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)—a distinction awarded to only 13.5% of hospitals nationwide. This rating reflects top performance in areas like safety, patient satisfaction, and outcomes.Top 100 Critical Access Hospital in the U.S.
Recognized by The Chartis Center for Rural Health, SCMC stood out among rural hospitals for delivering high-value care in a community-focused environment.Performance Leadership Award
The hospital was awarded for excellence in both clinical outcomes and patient perspectives, based on national benchmarking data.DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses
Jennifer Pease, RN, from SCMC’s Emergency Department, was honored with this national nursing award for providing compassionate care in high-stress situations—just one example of the heart behind the hospital’s high standards.
Baxter Health: Regional Care with a Reputation for Excellence
While based in nearby Mountain Home, Baxter Health serves patients across North Central Arkansas, including Mountain View through its Family Clinic location. Their system-wide commitment to innovation and patient care has led to several recent recognitions:
Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital (2023)
This national recognition from The Chartis Center for Rural Health reflects their outstanding performance in quality, outcomes, and patient engagement.Diamond Recognition for Stroke Care
The Arkansas Department of Health awarded Baxter Health’s Cline Emergency Center the Diamond recognition for superior stroke response and patient care.Gold Tier for Pediatric Readiness
Their emergency department received this elite designation from the Arkansas Emergency Medical Services for Children program, showing a commitment to treating even the youngest patients with excellence.Inpatient Quality Incentive Award
Given by Arkansas Medicaid and the Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care, this award celebrates consistent efforts to improve hospital processes and patient outcomes.Diamond Award in Social Media
The Arkansas Hospital Association honored Baxter Health for outstanding digital communication, helping keep communities informed and engaged with their healthcare options.
Why It Matters
Quality healthcare isn’t just a convenience—it’s a key part of why Mountain View is such a great place to live. Whether you're raising a family, enjoying retirement, or relocating to escape the hustle and bustle, it’s reassuring to know that excellent medical care is right around the corner.
Our hospitals and clinics are not just buildings—they're made up of people who live here, care deeply about the community, and are working hard every day to improve lives.
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