At Kittson Healthcare, our outpatient services offer patients high-quality care without the need to travel hours away. Whether you're managing a chronic condition or recovering from a procedure, our team is here to support you close to home.
We spoke with Kalie Bjerke, RN, who answered some common questions about our outpatient offerings, access, and how these services help strengthen care in Kittson County.
What Outpatient Services Are Offered?
Outpatient services provided at Kittson Healthcare include, but are not limited to:
- Iron infusions
- IV hydration
- IV antibiotics
- Administration of blood products
- Injections to improve bone density
- ZIO patch placements
- Therapeutic blood draws
- IV site care
Who Are These Services For?
These services benefit a wide range of patients:
- Individuals managing chronic illnesses
- Seniors with osteoporosis or hydration needs
- Cancer patients needing infusions or blood products
- Post-surgical patients requiring continued IV therapy
- People recovering from illness or hospitalization who prefer care closer to home
How Do I Access These Services?
It’s simple! Your primary care or specialty provider sends orders directly to Kittson Healthcare. Once we receive the referral, we’ll call you to schedule your appointment.
Yes — you can ask your provider to send your outpatient care orders to Kittson instead of a larger facility. In most cases, these services can be done locally.
Yes — patients can call us if they need help understanding the referral process.
How Soon Can I Be Seen?
Most outpatient services are scheduled within a week of receiving your provider’s orders. In some cases, same-day appointments are available depending on your need.
Appointments typically last 15 minutes to one hour, and patients go home the same day.
Are These Services Covered by Insurance?
Yes, most outpatient services are covered by major insurance providers. Kalie notes that obtaining prior authorizations is often the longest part of the process, but many are completed same-day.
If you have questions about cost or need financial assistance, our business office is available Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Why Choosing Kittson Matters
When you choose to receive outpatient care at Kittson Healthcare, you’re doing more than caring for yourself—you’re also supporting the sustainability of rural health.
Your local choice:
- Helps maintain and grow local services
- Supports our dedicated staff and facility
- Makes care accessible for those who can’t travel
If patients consistently bypass local care, the community risks losing these services altogether. In some cases, that could mean no care at all for those who can’t travel.
Make the Choice That Benefits You and Your Community.
Ask your provider to send your outpatient care orders to Kittson Healthcare—where compassion meets convenience.
