Antelope Memorial Hospital was originally erected as a memorial to Antelope County veterans of all wars and dedicated in May 1952.
Although the need for a hospital in Antelope County had been voiced many times, it wasn’t until late 1945 that the idea took shape. It all began when a small group of spirited citizens met at the Barrett Garage in Neligh. They were determined to take action toward securing a hospital. They all agreed it would be named in honor of Antelope County veterans. Today—in an effort to fulfill our forefather’s vision, Antelope Memorial Hospital honors local veterans in a special way—by caring for them medically through TRICARE. “We are excited to announce that Antelope Memorial Hospital and its providers have recently been credentialed to provide TRICARE medical services for veterans and individuals associated with the U.S. military in the TRICARE West Region,” said Diane Carlin, AMH Chief Executive Officer. “Nebraska is one of 21 states in the TRICARE West Region, located in the western half of the United States.” TRICARE is a program designed to provide health care services to people associated with the U.S. military in different capacities, added Ms. Carlin. It serves individuals who are currently active in the military, veterans, members of the National Guard and Reserve and recipients of the Medal of Honor. It also provides services for dependent children and spouses of individuals associated with the military. The different kinds of benefits and plans for eligibility depend on which category of beneficiaries the individual falls under. TRICARE facilitates care for veterans when medical care is not available at a military treatment facility (MTF) or a veteran needs to be referred to a civilian provider. Health Net (an insurance provider) maintains a network of civilian providers who are available to supplement a veteran’s MTF care. The names of AMH providers approved to be listed in the TRICARE Network Provider Directory include doctors, Roger Rudloff, Troy Dawson and Kelli Osborn, nurse practitioners, Patti Good and Ashley Niewohner, and physician assistant, Angela Sucha. Antelope Memorial Hospital and each of its AMH Family Practice Clinics, located in Elgin, Clearwater, Orchard, Tilden and Neligh, are listed under facilities. TRICARE providers are selected for their commitment to quality health care and have agreed to participate in the TRICARE program options, said Ms. Carlin. This means they can deliver services at a lower out-of-pocket cost to veterans or members of the military. "I understand the importance of health care for those who have served our country," added Ms. Carlin. "My father entered the U.S. Army in 1950 and served in the 68th AAA Gun Battalion in the Korean War. Two of my brothers, Pat and Ed, also served in the Army. Pat served from 1975-1977 and was stationed at Schweinfurt Germany as a gunman in N. 109 – Palbin 155 Holster Cannon. Ed served from 1986-1990 as a Sergeant at Fort Irwin, California in reconnaissance in the 32nd Infantry Division. I recognize the sacrifices that they and others who served have made." She said many veterans have suffered acute or chronic health issues as a result of their past military service. "Many have struggled with emotional traumas through the years," she said. "At AMH, it is our privilege to support and care for our local veterans to the best of our ability." For more information or to enroll in TRICARE, refer to: www.tricare-west.com or call AMH Family Practice Clinics at 877.887.5440. |
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