Socorro, nestled along the Rio Grande, serves as a healthcare lifeline for Socorro County and neighboring pueblos. Its sole hospital, Socorro General Hospital, addresses the needs of a dispersed rural population.
Socorro General Hospital
- Address: 1202 US Hwy 60, Socorro, NM 87801
- Coordinates: 34.03744955° N, -106.9114732° W
- Type: Critical Access
- Status: Open
- Beds: 24
- Trauma Level: Not Available
- Helipad: Yes
- Contact: (575) 835-8700
- Website: Socorro General
- County: Socorro (CountyFIPS: 35053)
| Supplementary Data | Value |
|---|---|
| NAICS Code | 622110 (General Medical & Surgical) |
| OWNER | Government – Local |
| VAL_METHOD | IMAGERY |
| VAL_DATE | 2018-04-18 |
Key Observations: Socorro
- Agricultural Focus:
- Manages farm/ranch injuries (e.g., machinery accidents, animal bites).
- Tribal Partnerships:
- Collaborates with Pueblo of Isleta and Pueblo of Laguna for preventive care.
- Telehealth Growth:
- Leverages USDA grants for virtual consults with UNM specialists.