Northeast Regional Medical Center Reports on its Care for Northeast Missouri in 2025

3/31/2026

Total Impact Exceeded $67 Million

Kirksville, MO – At more than 100,000 patient encounters last year, Northeast Regional Medical Center (NRMC) delivered on its commitment to provide quality healthcare for the Northeast Missouri community. The health system’s 2025 Community Benefit Report shows care extended well beyond the hospital and clinics, contributing more than $67 million to the region through charity/uncompensated care provided, capital dollars reinvested in services and facilities, employee payroll, charitable projects and payment of more than $4 million in taxes supporting local schools and civic resources.

The health system reinvested to increase access and strengthen services through nearly $4 million in projects. A new MRI with expanded capabilities, such as compatibility with MRI-safe devices and a larger center for a more comfortable patient experience, was added to better serve patients. NRMC invested in equipment to support in-patient EEGs and new cardiac equipment to treat hardened arteries. Updates were made to campus wayfinding and landscaping and new furniture was purchased for patient waiting areas to enhance the visitor experience.

“We are here to care for our patients and the place we all call home,” said Patrick Avila, chief executive officer of Northeast Regional Medical Center. “Health is central to quality of life, and we offer advanced medical services here in Northeast Missouri to make it easy to access the care you need. It’s our privilege to transform lives every day, helping patients manage their health at every stage of life.”

Area families grew with the help of NRMC as 400 babies were delivered in 2025. NRMC is the area’s only CMS Birthing Friendly Designated Hospital.

Keeping patients safe remains a priority, and this focus has led to more than 2,000 days without a surgical site infection, 1,600 days without a central-line associated bloodstream infection, 1,400 days without a catheter-associated urinary tract infection and more than 600 days without a hospital acquired C-Diff infection. NRMC is the area’s only Accredited Chest Pain Center and Level III Trauma, Stroke and STEMI Center, and has maintained the rigorous standards of care required to achieve these designations.

Emergency medicine is a critical service, with more than 12,000 visits to the emergency room at NRMC. Life-saving medically necessary care was provided to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay, with more than $16 million in charity and uncompensated care in 2025.

The health system and its employees also support local organizations that make a difference, especially those addressing social determinants of health. Through service projects such as the annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter drive for The Pantry for Adair County and contributions to charitable organizations such as United Way of Northeast Missouri, Foster.Adopt.Connect, the Pink Patch Project , NRMC gives back to the community throughout the year. NRMC collaborated with A.T. Still University and the Northeast Missouri Health Council to bring the Kirksville Healthcare Expo to the community, promoting health and well-being.

Payroll of more than $32.5 million supports the delivery of around the clock care by a team of physicians, nurses and support staff, all passionate about serving patients. Their compassion and skills make a difference in the lives of neighbors, friends and the larger community.

“We have immense gratitude for every member of our team, and we are investing in resources to support them in their work and a culture that attracts and retains these talented people,” said Avila. “This team is passionate about delivering quality care to those who are counting on us. We have an unwavering commitment to patient safety, clinical excellence, and doing the right thing every day for those who trust us with their care.”

Support for the future healthcare workforce includes training the next generation of medical professionals. NRMC supports 36 resident physicians who are providing patient-centered care to the community. In 2025, nine physician residents graduated, with three choosing to remain in Kirksville to practice. NRMC has launched a new Nurse Intern program, in addition to working with high school health profession exposure programs, to inspire the next generation of local healthcare providers to practice here in Northeast Missouri.

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