Lucas County Health Center

Lucas County Health Center Lucas County Health Center, an affiliate of UnityPoint Health – Des Moines, offers you and your family an experience that is unique in today’s health care.

Lucas County Health Center, located in Chariton, is a non-profit county hospital offering comprehensive health care services in South Central Iowa. Located in the rolling hills of Lucas County, LCHC has a rich heritage of delivering excellence in healthcare. LCHC is proud to offer services such as surgical, obstetrics, radiology, sleep studies, chemotherapy, counseling, wound healing, specialty clinics, and a family practice clinics.

Need care after 5 PM? LCHC Medical Clinic is open late every Tuesday so you don’t have to wait until tomorrow. Give us a...
01/06/2026

Need care after 5 PM? LCHC Medical Clinic is open late every Tuesday so you don’t have to wait until tomorrow. Give us a call at (641) 774-8103 for an appointment.

Medical bills can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to face them alone. LCHC’s Financial Assistance Program is here t...
01/06/2026

Medical bills can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to face them alone. LCHC’s Financial Assistance Program is here to support eligible patients in covering healthcare costs. Learn more today: www.lchcia.com

At LCHC, patient care is a team effort — and sometimes the biggest impact comes from behind the scenes. Tami & Karen, ou...
01/05/2026

At LCHC, patient care is a team effort — and sometimes the biggest impact comes from behind the scenes. Tami & Karen, our Utilization Review & Discharge Planning nurses, make sure every patient’s transition is safe, smooth, and supported. We are proud to have them on our team!

Please join us in recognizing Joe from Maintenance as this month’s Stream of Excellence honoree.Thank you, Joe, for alwa...
01/05/2026

Please join us in recognizing Joe from Maintenance as this month’s Stream of Excellence honoree.

Thank you, Joe, for always being willing to jump in, support others, and help make important events possible. Your behind-the-scenes work makes a big impact!

Need a hand with meals or groceries? Our community has resources to help, including meal programs, food pantries, blessi...
01/04/2026

Need a hand with meals or groceries? Our community has resources to help, including meal programs, food pantries, blessing boxes, and more.

Find support when you need it—because no one should go hungry.

Check out this week’s lunch menu! Our community is always welcome to join us for lunch at LCHC — we take pride in servin...
01/03/2026

Check out this week’s lunch menu! Our community is always welcome to join us for lunch at LCHC — we take pride in serving delicious, low-cost meals made right here in our kitchen.

Kids getting sick right before the weekend? We’re here to help. Give our team a call tomorrow morning to book a weekend ...
01/02/2026

Kids getting sick right before the weekend? We’re here to help. Give our team a call tomorrow morning to book a weekend appointment.

We love hearing about your experiences at LCHC, and we’re grateful for every patient who takes the time to share their t...
01/02/2026

We love hearing about your experiences at LCHC, and we’re grateful for every patient who takes the time to share their thoughts with us.

Here are a few recent comments from our patients. Thank you for trusting us with your care.

Here’s a look at what’s happening in January. We hope to see you at an upcoming event!
01/01/2026

Here’s a look at what’s happening in January. We hope to see you at an upcoming event!

From our family to yours - Happy New Year!
01/01/2026

From our family to yours - Happy New Year!

Evening availability matters. Schedule your appointment until 7 PM Tuesdays & Thursdays.
12/30/2025

Evening availability matters. Schedule your appointment until 7 PM Tuesdays & Thursdays.

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1200 North 7th Street
Chariton, IA
50049

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+16417743000

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Lucas County Health Center, located in Chariton, is a county hospital offering comprehensive health care services in South Central Iowa. Located in the rolling hills of Lucas County, LCHC has a rich heritage of delivering excellence in healthcare. LCHC is proud to offer services such as surgical, radiology, sleep studies, chemotherapy, wound healing, specialty clinics, and a family practice clinic.