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Health Care

Quality, accessible health care

Valley County Health System

In Ord, you will find quality health care services, 21st Century technology and small town accessibility. Found on this page is information about services in health, wellness, pharmacies, rehabilitation, mental health and hospice. To see what businesses provide health care services, visit Ord A to Z.

  1. Hospitals
    • Valley County Health System (website) (2707 L Street)
      The Valley County Health System is a critical access hospital and a member of the Nebraska Hospital Association. VCHS provides a broad scope of services including acute care, ambulance services, cardiac rehabilitation, diabetes education, emergency care, endoscopy, Heritage Program for Seniors, Home Health, Hospice, Imaging, Laboratory, Long Term Care, Medical Clinics, Nutritional consultations, Outpatient Surgery, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Sleep Clinic, Specialty Clinic, Telemedicine, and Wound Care. Valley County Health System employs approximately 250 individuals from Ord and the surrounding area. For further information call (308) 728-4200 or (888) 252-3874, or visit www.valleycountyhealthsystem.org.
    • On May 13, 2008 the community approved a $21.3 million dollar bond issue to build a new 67,000 square foot, state of the art replacement hospital in Ord. This will ensure that future generations of the six county region we serve will be assured of the convenience, accessibility and quality of healthcare our patients need and deserve. The new facility opened October 4th, 2010.
    • The Valley County Health System van is available to provide transportation Monday through Friday 8 am – 5 pm. To request van service, call (308) 728-5581.
  1. Medical Clinics
    • VCHS Medical Clinic (website) (2707 L Street)
      The VCHS Medical Clinic in Ord is owned and operated by Valley County Health System and provides a wide range of services. Office hours are Monday – Friday 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday from 9 am to Noon. To schedule an appointment please call (308) 728-4202 or (800) 365-5247.
    • The VCHS Medical Clinic in Burwell is operated by Valley County Health System and is open Mondays through Thursdays each week. The Clinic is staffed by Dr. Bengston, Dr. Schneider and Jeff Breitkreutz, PA-C from VCHS. To schedule an appointment call (308) 346-5442 or (800) 365-5247.
    • The VCHS Medical Clinic in North Loup is operated by Valley County Health System and is open Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. Dr. Bengston and Jane Meyer, APRN-NP provide medical care at this clinic. For appointments call (308) 496-4464 or (800) 365-5247.
    • The VCHS Medical Clinic in Loup City is staffed by Dr. Unterseher, Jane Meyer APRN-NP and Bob Reilly, PA-C. It is open Monday through Thursday each week. To schedule an appointment, call (308) 745-0324 or (800) 365-5247.
    • Stevens Medical Clinic
      Stevens Medical Clinic is a private practice family medical clinic in Ord. The clinic has two board certified Family Practice Physicians with office hours 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday, and Saturday mornings.
    • Staff: Dan Stevens, MD and Julie Stevens, MD; Linda Kovarik, PA; Eileen (reception); Yvonne and Janice (billing); Sandy RN; Linda LPN; Jane X-ray tech
    • Contact them at:
      1820 N St Ord NE 68862
      Phone 308 728 9916/Fax 308 728-3274
  1. Home Health & Hospice
    • Valley County Health System Home Health & Hospice (website)
      Valley County Health System Home Health provides the following services: registered nursing, social work, IV therapy, home health aide, diabetic education, physical therapy, speech therapy and occupational therapy. These services are covered by Medicare, Medicaid and most insurance companies. Private duty services are available for patients not meeting Medicare and Medicaid guidelines. Services are available in Valley, Garfield, Sherman, Howard, Greeley, Loup, Custer and Wheeler Counties.
    • Hospice care is also available for terminally ill patients and their families. Criteria for hospice service are: patient and family are aware of the patient’s diagnosis and prognosis, the patient has a limited life expectancy of six months or less if the disease runs it’s normal course, and the care has become palliative rather than curative. The Home Health/Hospice office is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 400 South 23rd Street, Ord, NE. A registered nurse is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling (308) 728-4355.
  1. Physicians
    • Dr. Jennifer L. Bengston, MD joined the medical staff of Valley County Health System in August 2003. She received her medical doctor degree from University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska in 2000. Dr. Bengston completed her residency training in June 2003 at Lincoln Family Practice Program in Lincoln, Nebraska. Dr. Bengston practices medicine at the VCHS Medical Clinics in Ord, Burwell and North Loup.  For further information call (308) 728-4202.
    • Dr. Chris Unterseher, MD joined Valley County Health System in August 2010. He received his medical doctor degree from University of Nebraska College of Medicine in 2005. Dr. Unterseher completed his dual residency in Family Practice and Psychiatry in June 2010 at the University of Oklahoma-Tulsa School of Community Medicine.  Dr. Unterseher practices medicine at the VCHS Medical Clinics in Ord, Ericson and Loup City.  For further information call (308) 728-4202.
    • Dr. Dan Schneider, MD joined Valley County Health System in August 2011. He received his medical doctor degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, in 2008. Dr. Schneider completed his residency training in June 2011 with the Lincoln Medical Education Partnership. Dr. Schneider practices medicine at the VCHS Medical Clinics in Ord and Burwell. For further information call (308) 728-4202.
  1. Physician Assistants
    • Jeff Breikreutz, PA-C, joined the medical staff of Valley County Health System in 1991. He is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and is certified by the National Commission on the certification of Physician Assistants. Jeff practices at the VCHS Medical Clinics in Ord and Burwell. For more information, call (308) 728-4202.
    • David Farrar, PA-C, joined the medical staff of Valley County Health System in August 2007.  Farrar earned his degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Union College in Lincoln in May 2007.  He has worked as an Emergency Room Technician and nursing assistant since 2003 at Saint Elizabeth Regional Medical Center in Lincoln.  Farrar practices medicine at the VCHS Medical Clinics in Ord and Ericson. For more information call (308) 728-4202.
    • Robert “Bob” Reilly, PA-C joined the medical staff of Valley County Health System in 2005.  He received his Bachelor of Arts degress from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln and graduated from the Wichita State University-Physician Assistant Program.  He completed his rotations throughout Nebraska and Kansas.  Reilly practices at the VCHS Medical Clinics in Ord and Loup City. For more information, call (308) 728-4202.
  1. Nurse Practitioners
    • Jane Meyer, APRN-NP joined Valley County Health System in 2009. Jane earned her Master of Science in Nursing in the Family Nurse Practitioner Program in May 2008 from the University of Nebraska Medical Center Graduate College, Kearney Division. Prior to earning her Masters, Jane earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in May 2000 at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing, Lincoln Division. Jane holds certification in Advanced Practice Registered Nurse-Nurse Practitioner (APRN-NP), Nebraska Registered Nurse (RN) and Family Nurse Practitioner (NP-C). Jane practices medicine at the VCHS Medical Clinics in Ord and North Loup.  For more information, call (308) 728-4202.
  1. Nursing Homes and Assisted Living
    • Valley View Living Center (website)
      The Valley View Living Center, accredited by the state of Nebraska, has a total capacity of 60 beds. Services offered include 24-hour licensed nursing care, restorative nursing care, social services, physical therapy, cardiopulmonary services, and an activities program. Doctors visit the nursing home on a scheduled basis. For further information call (308) 728-4245.
    • Grandview Independent and Assisted Living (website)
      At Grandview Independent and Assisted Living, the emphasis is on comfort and quality of life. There are a variety of room styles to choose from, with privacy in mind. Public living and dining areas allow plenty of room for friends and family to gather. Grandview offers all the warmth and amenities of home without the worries of maintenance and upkeep. The living spaces are roomy and we encourage our residents to furnish them with cherished personal belongings.
    • At Grandview, the health and well being of our residents is our number one priority. That is why we provide 24-hour staff and a wireless call pendant to each resident. Residents choose how to spend their days. A variety of social and leisure activities are available for every taste and talent. Scheduled transportation is provided to local destinations such as medical facilities, banks, post office and social activities. For further information call (308) 728-3967.
  1. VCHS Board of Trustees
    • Valley County Health System is governed by a 7-person Board of Trustees. Members of this board serve six-year terms and are appointed by the Valley County Board of Supervisors. Current members of the Valley County Health System Board of Trustees are:
    • Chair: Kara Fischer, Ord
      Vice Chair: Carl Streeter, Ord
      Secretary:Garry Miska, rural Ord
      Treasurer:
      Board member: Dennis Greenland, Arcadia
      Board member: Eulalia Edwards, Ord
      Board member: Michelle Zangger, rural North Loup, Ord
  1. Hospital Foundation
    • Valley County Health System Foundation (website)
      The Valley County Health System Foundation was established in 1990 to help promote and represent the mission of the Valley County Hospital by giving donors the opportunity to give charitably and administer those gifts in a prudent fashion to sustain high quality health care for our service area. Contributions to Valley County Hospital Foundation for Valley County Hospital and Nursing Home have helped provide much needed funding for life-saving equipment and innovative projects. The foundation would be happy to discuss the forms of giving that might work best for you and your family. Please feel free to call (308) 728-3011 for more information.
  1. Chiropractors
    • Dr. Thadius Fields, D.C., Valley County Chiropractic, 135 North 15th Street, specializes in family wellness care. He is a member of the International Chiropractic Association. For further information call Valley County Chiropractic at (308) 728-3756.
    • Dr. Jonathan Blaha, D.C., Wolf Chiropractic, 1523 M Street. Office hours are 8:30 am – Noon and 1 pm – 5:30 pm. Dr. Blaha also accepts patients Tuesday through Saturday at the clinic in Kearney. Blaha is a 2003 graduate of Ord High School. He graduated from the University of Nebraska-Kearney in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. He then received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in May 2011 from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA.
  1. Dentists
    • Complete Family Dentistry
      Dr. Farrah Plate, DDS (1730 M Street) provides a strong emphasis on preventive care, periodontal care, restorative care, state of the art anesthesia, dentures and partials, sealants, cosmetics including bonding, ZOOM bleaching and emergency care. Complete Family Dentistry’s office acts as preceptor training for UNMC Dental and Hygiene students. For further information, call (308) 728-5672.
    • Family First Dental of Ord (website)
    • Dr. Kelcey Berg, DDS graduated from Creighton College of Dentistry.  She grew up in Cambridge, Nebraska in a family of five brothers. Kelcey enjoys camping, walking her dogs and watching college football.  Several different procedures are offered in addition to general family dentistry include: cosmetic dentistry, implant dentistry, anxiety-free sedation, extractions, teeth whitening, root canals, dentures, and implant supported dentures. New patients are welcomed.   For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (308) 728-3756.
  1. Optometrists
    • Professional Eyecare (website)
      Dr. Brandon Blair, O.D., specializes in family care, low vision and vision therapy. His affiliations include American Optometric Association, Nebraska Optometric Association, Lions Club and Sons of the American Legion. Dr. Blair practices optometry at Professional Eyecare. Contact Dr. Blair at (308) 728-3229.
    • Dr. Roger McCartney, O.D., has served the last 11 years on the Nebraska Board of Examiners in Optometry. He has been an active member of the Nebraska Optometric as well as the American Optometric Association. Dr. McCartney owns Professional Eyecare. Contact him at (308) 728-3229.
    • Dorsey Eyecare (website)
      Dr. Mindy Dorsey, O.D., Dorsey Eyecare, 314 S 14th Street provides patients with full service ocular and vision care, including: prevention, detection and management of ocular health conditions such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy; eye emergencies; correction of vision disorders such as near and far-sightedness; contact lens services; and co-management for eye surgeries. Dorsey Eyecare also has an optical dispensary with a diverse selection of frames and sun wear.
    • Dr. Dorsey received her doctorate degree from Indiana University in 2002. After practicing in New Hampshire for 4 years, Dr. Dorsey and her husband returned home to Arcadia, and in 2006 Dr. Dorsey opened her practice in Ord. Dr. Dorsey believes that each patient’s visual needs and treatment are unique and strives to provide personalized care for each individual. New patients are always welcome. Call 308-728-7700 for an appointment or more information.
  1. Pharmacies
    • Anderson Pharmacy (website)
      1429 M Street
      Ord, NE 68862
      (308) 728-5922
    • Good Life Health Services (website)
      125 S. 16th Street
      Ord, NE 68862
      (308) 728-3295
  1. Pharmacists
    • Jim Andreesen, R.Ph., enjoys specialty compounding and is commonly found in his compounding laboratory working on unique medications for hard to treat patients. Jim is co-owner of Good Life Discount Pharmacy, (308) 728-3295.
    • Mike Blaha, B.S., R.Ph., owns and practices his professional at Anderson Pharmacy. Mike emphasizes in hospital, nursing home and hospice consulting. Anderson Pharmacy also specializes in compounding. For more information, call (308) 728-5922.
    • Ray Scott, R.Ph., specializes in durable medical supplies and is trained in pharmacy compounding and adult immunizations. Ray is co-owner of Good Life Discount Pharmacy, (308) 728-3295.
    • Angie Svoboda, Pharm. D., BCPS, spends most of her time working with physicians and patients to customize prescriptions for their unique needs. Her main area of focus is in male and female hormone replacement therapy, pain management, and inhalation medications. In 1999 Angie was awarded the DuPont Pharmaceutical “Innovation in Pharmacy Practice Award” from the Nebraska Pharmacy Association. She serves as a board member with the Nebraska Pharmacy Association. Angie is co-owner of Good Life Discounty Pharmacy, (308) 728-3295.
  1. Physical Therapy
    • McMeen Physical Therapy (website)
      312 South 15th Street
      Ord, NE 68862
      (308) 728-5755
    • Valley County Health System (website)
      Physical Therapy
      2707 L Street
      Ord, NE 68862
      (308) 728-4247
  1. Counseling & Mental Health
    • Heritage Program for Senior Adults (website)
      110 S. 26th Street
      Ord, NE 68862
      (308) 728-4340
    • Cedars Youth Services (website)
      P.O. Box 96
      Broken Bow, NE
      (308) 872-5455
    • Virginia Knapp, M.S., LMHP
      314 South 14th Street, Suite 104
      Ord, NE 68862
      (308) 728-3558
    • Mike Kriefels, LADAC
      St. Francis Alcohol & Drug Abuse Treatment
      (308) 728-3678
    • Puckett & Boyce Counseling
      100 North 15th Street
      Ord, NE 68862
      (308) 728-9979
  1. Emergency Care & Ambulance Services
    • Valley County Health System (website)
      The Valley County Ambulance is an Advanced Life Support ambulance owned by Valley County and managed by Valley County Health System.
    • The ambulance is under the medical direction of Dr. Jennifer Bengston.  Paramedic Tammi Knutson is the Valley County Ambulance coordinator. The Valley County Ambulance Service employs three full-time paramedics and eight EMTs.
    • The Ambulance Service is available for BLS/ALS transports 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Valley County Ambulance has more than 150 transports each year. Most transports are to Grand Island, Kearney, Lincoln and Omaha. For more information, contact VCHS at (308) 728-4200.
  1. Wellness
    • New Beginnings Fitness Center (website): New Beginnings Fitness Center provides 24-hour, 7-days a week access to 15 commercial, grade circuit training machines, treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes, a sauna, a locker room, comprehensive health and fitness assessments, Zumba Fitness Classes, infrared body wraps and more. Contact Tresia or Jennifer at (308) 728-1010.
    • Ord Medical Spa: Ord Medical Spa provides access to a variety of services for skin health, beauty and wellness from Sarah Brinkman, a certified aesthetician. For more information, contact Sarah at (308) 728-3333.
    • Spa Glow (website): Spa Glow offers a professional approach to health, beauty & relaxation. Providing you with a radiant appearance through the best in quality spa services and the latest in advanced skin care, all under a relaxed comfortable setting. For more information, contact (308) 728-5048.