Pecos County Memorial Hospital Board Discusses Key Investments and Policies in March Meeting Joh Covington Thu, 03/20/2025 - 05:59 Body The Pecos County Memorial Hospital District (PCMHD) Board of Directors convened for its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, addressing a range of financial, administrative, and medical topics affecting the hospital and its services. The meeting, held at the hospital’s classroom, opened with a roll call and prayer, followed by a public comment period allowing community members to provide input on agenda items. The board confirmed that its next meeting is scheduled for April 22. The board reviewed and approved the minutes from the previous meeting and examined accounts payable reports from early February. Additionally, financial reports, including the financial recap, balance sheet, operations summary, and cash flow statements, were presented for discussion. A major agenda item involved a resolution authorizing investment in the Local Government Investment Cooperative (LOGIC) Trust, aimed at optimizing financial returns for the hospital district. The board also reviewed a report from Community Hospital Consulting Services regarding ongoing hospital performance evaluations. The board approved the appointment of Dr. Tracy H. Fan and the reappointments of Dr. Cristian A. Medina and Dr. Efea Ozkan under the vRAD program. Several contracts, quotes, and proposals were presented for board consideration. Among these were agreements related to radiological services, security appliances, and facility repairs. Notable approvals included: Service agreements with Radiological Care Services and Magdou Radiology, LLC., a financial audit engagement with Durbin and Company LLP.,and investment in updated security appliances from Bluelayer. Lastly the board approved the joint election agreement with Pecos County for 2025. Additional approvals covered medical professional liability insurance renewals, a new and exciting educational leave scholarship program, and replacement equipment purchases such as an ice maker for the dietary department. The board approved several new and revised policies, including a new admissions policy for the PCMHD Swing Bed Unit, an updated bed bug management policy, and a revised equipment performance evaluation survey. Hospital administrators provided updates on human resources, nursing, and overall hospital operations. Reports included overtime tracking, monthly deficiency evaluations, and general operations assessments. The board then entered an executive session to discuss personnel matters under Texas Government Code Section 551.074 and legal consultations related to an agreement with STACP, PLLC. With a focus on financial stability, patient care, and facility improvements, the PCMHD Board continues to work toward enhancing healthcare services in Pecos County. The next board meeting is set for April 15, where further updates and strategic discussions are expected. News