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New Year, New Insurance? Save Yourself Time and Headaches
By: Aprill Murphyby Stacey Slaymaker, CPC, RH-CBS, Revenue Cycle Director A new year often brings fresh starts—and for many patients, new or updated health insurance. Boone County Health Center would like to remind patients that even small insurance changes can have a big impact on how visits are billed and claims are More…
Dr. Nicole Kramer, Future Albion Physician, Honored with Early Career Alumni Award
By: Aprill MurphyAlbion, NE (January 7, 2025) –Boone County Health Center is proud to recognize Dr. Nicole Kramer, who was recently honored with the Early Career Alumni Award from Bryan College of Health Sciences. The award was presented during Bryan’s December commencement ceremony and recognizes alumni who have demonstrated early professional achievement More…
Patient Visits Enhanced With New AI Documentation Tool
By: Aprill MurphyAlbion, NE (December 17, 2025) – Boone County Health Center (BCHC) has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool to support providers during patient visits. The tool is designed to streamline documentation, improve accuracy, and give providers more uninterrupted time with their patients. The AI captures only the pertinent medical More…
BCHC Modernizing Healthcare Improves Patient Care
By: Aprill MurphyALBION, Neb. (Dec. 10, 2025) – Boone County Health Center (BCHC) is earning nationwide recognition for transforming how it delivers care through advanced population health technology. This modernization is improving outcomes for patients across the Health Center’s seven-county service area. Over the past two years, BCHC partnered with i2i Population More…
Supporting Our Seniors Through the Seasons
By: Boone CountyBy Lacey Vanis, RN Having worked my entire adult life with our senior population, I’ve learned that there are a few things many of us find difficult, like asking for help and talking about how we feel. My love for our seniors and passion for providing support are what brought More…
BCHC Announces Changes in Key Medical Leadership Roles
By: Aprill MurphyALBION, Neb. (Nov. 26, 2025) –Boone County Health Center (BCHC) extends its sincere appreciation to Dr. Anthony Kusek for his many years of dedicated service as Chief of Medical Staff—a role vital to the leadership and coordination of BCHC’s medical providers. Dr. Kusek most recently served 13 years in the More…
BCHC Opens Fund to Make Mental Health Care Accessible
By: Aprill Murphy(November 19, 2025) Albion, NE – Boone County Health Center has announced the launch of its Behavioral Health Financial Assistance Fund, a new initiative designed to make mental health care more accessible to those in need across the service area. “The heart of our team’s mission is to remove barriers More…
Boone County Health Center Named 2025 Cardiac Rehab Program of the Year!
By: Aprill MurphyAlbion, NE (Nov 19, 2025) – Boone County Health Center (BCHC) has been honored with the 2025 Cardiac Rehab Program of the Year by the Nebraska Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Network (NCVPRN). BCHC is the only facility in the state to receive this distinction, which celebrates a Nebraska-based cardiac and More…
BCHC Hosts Successful “Sweet Balance” Diabetes Awareness Event
By: Aprill MurphyALBION, Neb. (Nov. 10, 2025) –Boone County Health Center hosted its first Sweet Balance event on Thursday, November 6, in recognition of Diabetes Awareness Month. The evening drew a strong turnout of approximately 80 guests who came to learn, connect, and find that “sweet balance” in managing and preventing diabetes More…
A Quiet Threat: Why Lung Cancer Screening Matters
By: Boone Countyby Dr. John Mazour-Boone County Health Center November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month — a timely reminder to address a silent threat. Lung cancer often develops with few or no symptoms, making early detection critical. Some people may notice a persistent cough, shortness of breath, or a “short fuse” or More…