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Russell County Hospital is a not-for-profit, 78-bed hospital dedicated to bringing quality healthcare to Southwest Virginia.
As a community hospital, Russell County Hospital offers a full array of primary care and some specialty services, including behavioral health.
Russell County Hospital is certified as an American Heart Association Get with the Guidelines™ facility.
Hospital services
Behavioral health
The Clearview Psychiatric Center opened its doors in August 1987 and has been providing behavioral health services to residents of Russell County and surrounding areas ever since.
Cancer care
In the fight against cancer, the Ballad Health Cancer Care – Lebanon is on the front lines, right here at home. With our exceptional physicians, team members and advanced technology, cancer has met its match.
Center for Sleep Disorders
Russell County Hospital offers comprehensive sleep services for those who suffer from sleep disorders.
Direct access laboratory testing
Convenient direct access lab testing is available at Russell County Hospital. A physician referral is not required. It is convenient, affordable and fits into your busy lifestyle.
Emergency care
The ER at Russell County Hospital is staffed 24 hours a day year-round with specially trained physicians, registered nurses and healthcare personnel to provide diagnosis and treatment for illness and injuries.
Hospice
Hospice care is about quality of life, regardless of the time that remains. It affirms quality of life and provides comfort care, spiritual care and emotional care while maintaining patient dignity.
Medical care and community impact reports
Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA)
For Ballad Health to best serve the people of the Appalachian Highlands, we survey and conduct focus groups to get a read on overall health in the region. To read about the Russell County Hospital’s Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), visit our CHNA page.
CMS price transparency
Please visit our Price Transparency page for a full listing of standard charges by facility.
You can learn more about pre-visit coordination and registration here and about payment options here.
Metrics by MS-DRG*
Please visit our Ballad Health MS-DRG metrics page for a full listing of MS-DRG metrics by facility.
*MS-DRGs are Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Groups.
Learn more
Expand a section below to read more about Russell County Hospital and our community.
Russell County Hospital serves the following counties:
- Washington VA
- Smyth
- Wythe
- Grayson
- Russell
- Tazewell
- Buchanan
Russell County Hospital has been recognized with:
- Hospital – The Joint Commission accreditation
- Laboratory – The Joint Commission accreditation
- Clearview – The Joint Commission accreditation
- Mammography – American College of Radiology
- Mammography – U.S. Food & Drug Administration certified
- CT – American College of Radiology
- Nuclear Medicine – American College of Radiology
- Chad Couch, MD – President, Northern Region
- Bob Bender – VP, Chief Financial Officer
- Mhroos Peters, MD – VP, Chief Medical Officer
- Greta Morrison, RN – Administrator, Assistant VP, Chief Nursing Officer
Russell County Hospital has been serving the community for more than 70 years. Here are a few important milestones:
1920
Dr. A.K. Gilmer and Dr. Daniel Trigg opened the first hospital in Lebanon. Trigg-Gilmer Hospital was a 12-bed hospital located on Main Street in the Bays Building (current TruPoint Bank).
1938
Began providing healthcare service to the community.
1939
Dr. W.C. Elliot and Dr. James Elliot opened Lebanon General Hospital (25 beds) on our present site.
1954
Hospital was expanded to 50 beds.
1968
Added another 40 beds.
1975
The Elliots sold the hospital to Russell County Health Facilities, and the name was changed to Russell County Medical Center.
1987
Brookside opened (20-bed inpatient psychiatric unit)
2008
The facility became a part of Mountain States Health.
2012
Russell County Medical Center received designation as a Center for Excellence in Pneumonia Care from the Joint Commission.
2013
Russell County Medical Center and Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon established a connection to expand the services offered to residents of Southwest Virginia.
About Lebanon and Russell County
Russell County population = 30,308
Lebanon is:
- 22 miles from Abingdon VA
- 38 miles from the Tri-Cities, TN/VA
- 136 miles from Roanoke, VA
- 135 miles from Knoxville, TN
Education
- Russell County Public Schools
- Appalachian College of Pharmacy
- University of Virginia-Wise
- Emory & Henry College
- Appalachian School of Law
- Southwest Virginia Community College
- Virginia Highlands Community College
- King University
- East Tennessee State University
- Old Dominion University
Market data
- Average household income: $31,111
- Average cost of existing 3BR home: $70,000
- Average cost of a 2BR apartment: $415
- Number of single-family homes: 11,789
- Number of rental units: 1,402
- State income tax: Yes, 2.0-5.75%
Points of interest
Located in a fast-growing technology hub, Lebanon has attracted world-class employers, including CGI-AMS and Northrup-Grummon.
Russell County offers:
- Russell County Fair & Horse Show, Virginia Highlands Festival, State Theatre of Virginia (Barter Theatre), William King Arts Museum
- Symphony, arts programs, genealogy
- 73 churches
- Canoeing
- Caving
- Camping
- Wildlife reserves and community parks
- Equestrian activities
- Sports: soccer, baseball, softball, tennis, football
- Freshwater sport fishing and game hunting
- Hiking
Food
Breakfast and lunch are available at Mountain View Café. The cafe is located on the first floor.
- Breakfast – 7 to 9 a.m.
- Lunch – 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Gift shop
Visitors can select from a wide variety of items for adults, children and babies.
Hours:
- Monday through Wednesday – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Friday – 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Located near the main lobby, the gift shop offers:
- Gifts
- Cards
- Toys
- Candies
- Helium balloons
- And more
Parking is available at no charge at Russell County Hospital.
Where to park
You may park:
- In the lot to the right of the hospital’s main entrance
- On the street in front of the hospital (except in designated zones)
- In the large parking lot to the left of and below the hospital
Handicapped parking is located in front of the facility.
