Cardiology

The Cardiology Department is dedicated to evaluating your cardiovascular health and assisting in your recovery if you have recently experienced a cardiac event.

Outside Resources:

We have established a strong partnership with Bryan Heart Hospital in Lincoln, NE, to provide various cardiac services for patients in the Valentine area. Doctors and technicians from Bryan Heart visit to Cherry County Hospital several times a month to conduct office visits and testing.

Referrals:

Your primary care provider will refer you to the Cardiology Department if they believe you would benefit from cardiac consultation, testing, or rehabilitation. You can contact the Cardiology Department by calling 402-376-2525. For specific assistance, dial Ext 403 for Vicki or Ext 404 for Larisa.

Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Available Services and Testing:

AICD (Automatic Implanted Cardioverter-Defibrillator) / Pacemaker Interrogations
Cardiac and Vascular Consultations
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Cardiac and Vascular Ultrasounds performed by Bryan Health on site at CCH:
     • Echocardiograms (Ultrasound of your heart)
     • Venous Duplex (Ultrasound of your veins)
     • Arterial Duplex (Ultrasound of your arteries)
     • Carotid Duplex (Ultrasound of your neck vessels)
     • Aorta Scans
Event Monitor (30 Day)
Holter Monitor (24 Hour)
Nuclear Testing:
     • Myocardial Perfusion Studies (Heart Circulation)
     • Bone Scans
     • Hepatobiliary Scans (Gallbladder)
     • Renal Scans (Kidney)
     • Parathyroid Scans
Treadmill Stress Tests

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Where do I go for my appointment or test?
A: The Specialty Clinic waiting room is situated between the main entrance of Cherry County Hospital and Cherry County Clinic. To register for your appointment, please enter through the main entrance of the hospital. Our registration clerks will assist you from there.

Q: Does my cardiac test need to be pre-certified with my insurance company?
A: It is possible. Many insurance companies require precertification for testing. Therefore, it's a good idea to contact your insurance company to obtain recertification for your tests. Be sure to document the following details: the phone number you called, the name of the representative you spoke with, what they informed you, and the date and time of the conversation. Our authorization team will work on this, and our cardiology team will notify you to schedule your appointment once your authorization is complete.

Q: Do I need to have a referral to see the cardiologist?
A: Yes. Your primary care provider will refer you to the Cardiology Department to set up a visit with a Cardiologist or to schedule the appropriate testing.

Q: Do I need to bring anything?
A: Yes! Please bring your current medications in their original containers. Please also bring your current insurance card(s).