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Occupational Health Services
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 Dennis Colby, DO Certified Family Practice, Occupational Medicine Medical Review Officer |
 Jon Kammerer, MD Certified Family Practice |
 Gail Howatt, RN Occupational Health and Work Comp Coordinator |
 Nursing Staff: Canna Nelson, LPN (standing) Danielle Courtney, LPN (seated) |
 Rehabilitation Team: (left to right) Susan Rader, PT; Scott Lewis, PT; LaRita Pierce, Rehab Aide; Denise Ryant, PTA; Jennessa Luzum, OT |
Regional Health Services of Howard County (RHSHC) offers Occupational Health Services to meet the specific healthcare needs for area businesses and their work force.
RHSHC is unique in that it is a comprehensive consortium of healthcare services including Hospital Services, Community Health Services, Cresco and Lime Springs Medical Clinics, and the Howard Residential Care Facility/Patty Elwood Center. With the variety of healthcare services we offer, we are able to:
- Treat workplace injuries in the Emergency Room or Cresco Medical Clinic;
- Provide therapy services and medical testing (lab and x-ray) as necessary;
- Provide medical equipment for patients if required; and
- Follow-up with business contact regarding patient care and progress.
Through the cooperative efforts of physicians, physical and occupational therapists, nurses, lab and x-ray, our goal is to provide quality, timely, and cost-effective medical attention to the injured worker. Of equal importance is to provide educational programs, health screenings and services to prevent worker injury in the first place.
We realize the importance of communication among employers, workers, and providers of care in order to keep employees healthy and return them to work in a safe and timely manner.
We are committed to providing quality, accessible healthcare and education to area businesses and their employees.
If you have any questions regarding the Occupational Health Services at Regional Health Services of Howard County, please call 563-547-5086, extension 1427, or email to MC59OHLTH@mercyhealth.com.
Services provided and customized to meet the needs of your business:
Work Injury Management
- Acute injury care
- Functional job analysis
- Medical specialty care
- On-site rehabilitation program
- Rehabilitation services
- Return to work program
- Work conditioning
Case Management Services
- On-site rehabilitation program
- Blood pressure screening
- BMI (body mass index) testing
- Body mechanic training
- Bone density testing
- Cholesterol screening
- Ergonomic assessments
- Educational programs
- Flu and pneumonia immunizations
- Health screening + vaccinations
- Hearing tests
- Lab panels specific to your business
- Pulmonary function tests
- Respirator Fit Testing
Pre-Employment Screening/Employment
- Breath alcohol testing
- Drug screens
- D.O.T. physicals
- Employment Physical Exams
- Urine drug screen collections
Because of our belief in the dignity and value of each person, Regional Health Services of Howard County affirms that each patient will receive accessible, respectful, skillful, and compassionate care without discrimination as to race, color, creed, sex, beliefs, national origin, age, disability, diagnosis, or ability to pay.