Press Releases

Welia Health’s Pine City Urgency Services is officially transitioning to Urgent Care on January 1, 2025. While our clinical documentation and coding will remain the same, commercial insurance billing will be updated to reflect a place of services as “urgent care” instead of “clinic” in accordance with insurance billing and industry standards. Updated signage will…

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Protect yourself and your community Stay ahead of the curve and safeguard your health. Vaccination is your best defense against COVID-19 and influenza. By getting vaccinated, you not only protect yourself but also help prevent the spread of these contagious diseases. Who should get vaccinated? COVID-19: Everyone 6 months and older is recommended to receive…

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Updated: August 2 Welia Health-Hinckley is advising patients and visitors of potential traffic delays due to the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Hinckley Bridge Replacement Project. This multi-phase project may impact access to our facility in both the short and long term. Hinckley ramp update The northbound I-35 on and off ramps at Hwy 48 will…

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Welia Health is pleased to announce its accreditation as a Naloxone Access Point (NAP), enhancing community health and safety in Kanabec and Pine counties along with neighboring areas. Naloxone can be obtained at either of Welia Health’s community pharmacies free of charge. “Naloxone, also known by the brand name Narcan, is a medication that can…

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The Minnesota Department of Health recently designated Welia Health as a level 4 Trauma Hospital. Welia Health and staff voluntarily participated in the intense designation process to become part of Minnesota’s statewide trauma system. The process included an outside review of the hospital’s resources and capabilities to care for trauma patients. Welia Health met standards…

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Welia Health is pleased to announce its partnership with the Headwaters High-Value Network, a coalition of 19 independent rural hospitals in Minnesota committed to advancing healthcare statewide. This collaboration aims to improve healthcare quality and streamline operations, addressing the unique challenges faced by rural communities such as rising costs and care coordination. By pooling resources…

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Welia Health is thrilled to announce details of our Pine City Expansion project, a significant milestone in our commitment to enhancing healthcare services for our community. Welia Health is embarking on an exciting journey that promises to elevate our facilities and services to new heights. Here are some key details to keep you in the…

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Welia Health is proud to provide free sports physicals for area students. The Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) requires students participating in sports and activities to have a physical every three years. Pine CityTuesday, July 30, 3pm – 6pmCall 320.629.7505 to register. MoraThursday, August 1, 3pm – 6pmCall 320.679.1313 to register. IMPORTANT: Bring your…

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As in past years, Medicare patients will receive a notice over the next few weeks reminding them that Welia Health is designated as an Accountable Care Organization. This notice is for informational purposes only, and there is nothing you need to do in response. View, download or print the notice here: Bene-Notice-Basic-Patient-Portal-ENG-PY2024Download Welia Health is…

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Welia Health is delighted to announce the arrival of its first baby in 2024, a beautiful baby girl, Eliette, born to Jennifer Olivarez-Ramirez of Sandstone on January 2 at 11:52pm. Eliette was 6lb, 15.4 oz., and 19.75″ long. The first baby born each year at Welia Health receives a $50 savings account to celebrate the…

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