James B Haggin Mem Hospital

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About Us
Continued Commitment Then and Now

The James B Haggin Memorial Hospital
A Legacy of Service

Named for James Ben Ali Haggin a Kentuckyborn millionaire who owned at one time 400000 acres of California land 10000 acres of Bluegrass pasture and some of the richest mines and fastest horses in the world our Hospital is a visible marker of Haggins legacy The James B Haggin Memorial Hospital was established in 1913 with a simple mission provide medical services that would meet the needs of the citizens of Mercer County

In our 94year history our mission has not changed Haggin has maintained our commitment to our patients whom we consider our family Moreover Haggin has been a committed part of Mercer County and Harrodsburg At a time when many communities are losing their hospitals due to rising health care costs mismanagement or corporate buyout The James B Haggin Memorial Hospital has maintained a steadfast course to provide quality and caring healthcare services to the citizens of our area

Though our mission and commitment level has not changed our Mercer County has changed dramatically Our county population has increased significantly and is now home to major industrial plants and tourist attractions enabling our county to compete successfully with many other communities

Today our 50000 square foot Hospital serves over 25000 patients annually The Hospital has 21 acute careswingobservation beds 34 longterm care beds and 4 critical care beds The James B Haggin Memorial Hospital the 7th largest employer is an integral part of Mercer County Our Hospital is responsible for the creation of 515 community jobs household earnings of almost 10 million dollars and approximately 23 million dollars in economic activity