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CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center

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CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center, founded in 1892, is an academic medical center in Omaha, Nebraska. The hospital has undergone several relocations and name changes over the years. It currently operates as part of the CHI Health system with 396 beds. The medical center is known for its Level I Trauma Center, comprehensive stroke care, and academic affiliations with Creighton University School of Medicine. It offers specialty services in areas like cardiology, neurology, and oncology.

NPI Number : 1508941097

601 N 30th St, Omaha, NE 68131

(402) 449-4000

www.chihealth.com

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Departments

Family Medicine

Psychiatry

Cardiology

Diagnostic Imaging

Emergency Medicine

OB/GYN

Outpatient Care

Pharmacy

Physical Therapy

Women´s Health

Appointment Information

Department	Online Scheduling	Phone Scheduling	Walk-In	Same-Day Appointments
Primary Care	Yes	(402) 280-2735	Yes	Yes
Emergency	No	911	Yes	Yes
Specialty Care	Yes	(402) 280-2735	No	Limited
Student Care Clinic	Yes	(402) 280-2735	Yes	Yes

Visiting Hours

Department	Visitation Options
General	- No restricted visiting hours - Virtual visits available via Zoom - In-person visits allowed - No appointment needed for most visits - Children welcome with adult supervision
Maternity	- Nap time 2-4 PM daily, visitors optional - Virtual visits available - In-person visits allowed
Emergency	- 24/7 visitation allowed - No appointment needed

Important Doctors

CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Information

Management and Leadership Team

Name	Title	Department	Areas of Expertise
Dennis Bierle	President	Administration	Hospital Operations, Strategic Planning
Robert W. Dunlay	Dean	School of Medicine	Medical Education, Nephrology
Bradley DeVrieze	Program Director	Internal Medicine Residency	Graduate Medical Education, Internal Medicine
David Gonzales	Associate Program Director	Internal Medicine Residency	Primary Care, Medical Education
Michael H. Kim	Chair	Department of Medicine	Cardiology, Academic Medicine

Average Salary

Department	Common Procedures	Average Cost
Cardiology	Cardiac Catheterization Echocardiogram Stress Test	$5,000 - $15,000 $1,500 - $3,000 $1,000 - $2,500
Oncology	Chemotherapy (per session) Radiation Therapy (per session) PET Scan	$5,000 - $10,000 $1,000 - $3,000 $3,000 - $6,000
Neurology	MRI Brain Scan EEG Neurological Consultation	$2,000 - $5,000 $500 - $1,500 $300 - $800
Orthopedics	Joint Replacement Surgery Arthroscopy Physical Therapy (per session)	$20,000 - $50,000 $5,000 - $15,000 $100 - $300
Outpatient Services	Primary Care Visit Specialist Consultation Basic Blood Tests	$150 - $300 $200 - $500 $100 - $500

Support Programs for Patients

Program/Service	Description
Financial Assistance Policy	Available for uninsured/underinsured patients; eligibility based on income compared to Federal Poverty Guidelines
Home Health Services	Skilled nursing, physical therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy provided at home
Hospice Care	End-of-life care provided at home or in facility
Adult Partial Hospitalization Program	Intensive outpatient mental health treatment for adults 18-54
Community Health Improvement Grants	Funding for local organizations addressing health needs of underserved populations
Social Work Services	Assistance with discharge planning, community resources, psychosocial support
Charity Care	Free or discounted care for those unable to pay
Language Access Services	24/7 interpretation services available at no charge

Payment Plans

Payment Option	Details
In-house Payment Plans	- Interest-free options available - Flexible repayment terms up to 24 months - No credit check required
Third-Party Financing	- Longer repayment terms available (up to 60 months) - May include interest charges - Credit approval may be required
Financial Assistance Program	- Sliding scale discounts based on income - Available for uninsured and underinsured patients - Must apply and qualify based on financial need
Upfront Discounts	- 10% discount for self-pay patients who pay in full at time of service - Larger discounts may be available for certain services if paid before treatment
Installment Options	- Monthly payment amounts as low as $25 - Automatic payments can be set up - Online bill pay and account management available

Cost Consulting

Financial Counseling Service
Financial assistance program for uninsured/underinsured patients
Sliding income scale for financial assistance eligibility
Assistance for patients with income up to 400% of Federal Poverty Level
Financial counselors available to discuss options
Help applying for financial assistance
Guidance on treatment costs provided
Information on available financial support options given before care
Payment plan options offered

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Accommodation Type	Details
Physical Accessibility	- Wheelchair accessible entrances and rooms - Elevators to all floors - Accessible parking spaces - Grab bars in bathrooms
Assistive Devices	- Wheelchairs available - Hospital beds with adjustable positions - Transfer boards and lifts
Communication Aids	- Sign language interpreters available - TTY/TDD devices - Large print materials - Braille signage
Priority Services	- Priority registration and triage for patients with disabilities - Assistance with paperwork and forms
Staff Training	- Disability awareness training for staff - Specialized training for assisting patients with various disabilities

Digital Health Services

Department	Digital Health Services
Cardiology	- Remote cardiac monitoring - Virtual heart failure clinic - Online heart health education modules
Emergency Medicine	- Virtual triage system - Telemedicine consultations for rural ERs
General Medicine	- MyChart patient portal - Virtual Quick Care for minor illnesses - Remote patient monitoring for chronic conditions
Mental Health	- Telepsychiatry appointments - Online therapy sessions - Mental health apps and resources
Neurology	- Teleneurology consults - Remote epilepsy monitoring
Obstetrics/Gynecology	- Virtual prenatal visits - Remote fetal monitoring - Online childbirth classes
Oncology	- Teleoncology consultations - Remote chemotherapy symptom monitoring - Online cancer support groups
Pediatrics	- Virtual pediatric visits - Remote developmental assessments - Online parenting resources
Radiology	- Teleradiology services - Online imaging results portal
Surgery	- Virtual pre-operative consultations - Remote post-operative monitoring - Online surgical education materials

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Department	Educational Programs
Pediatrics	6-week clerkship with 3 weeks inpatient and 3 weeks outpatient rotations
Cardiology	Rotations for internal medicine residents, weekly grand rounds
Internal Medicine	3-year residency program, inpatient and outpatient rotations
Neurology	Elective rotations for 4th year medical students
Obstetrics & Gynecology	Residency program, labor & delivery rotations
Pathology	4-year residency with rotations in surgical pathology, cytology, blood bank
Radiology	Diagnostic radiology residency program
Surgery	5-year general surgery residency program

Collaborative Research Projects

Department	Research Projects
Cardiology	- CATALYST trial evaluating Amulet LAA occluder vs NOAC therapy - TAVR and Watchman device studies
Pulmonology	- Trials on COPD, asthma and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis interventions - Targeted temperature management in ARDS study
Neurology	- Neurological trials at Barrow Neurologic Institute - Research on Parkinson´s disease physical therapy options
Nursing	- Development of AI prototype to prevent patient falls and pressure injuries - New model of interprofessional primary health care
Oncology	- Studies on endometrial, skin, blood, breast, colon, prostate and brain cancers - Drug discovery and development research
Orthopedics	- New 49,500 sq ft orthopedic center opening in 2026 - Research on total hip and knee replacements
Research	- Over 250 active clinical trials - $21.7 million in total external research funding
Surgery	- Trauma and thoracic surgery research - Pioneering robotic lung cancer surgery program

Professional Development Programs

Department	Affiliation	Professional Development Programs
Academic Medicine	Creighton University School of Medicine	Medical Residencies, Fellowships
Cardiology	American College of Cardiology	Continuing Medical Education Courses
Dentistry	Creighton University School of Dentistry	Dental Continuing Education
Emergency Medicine	American College of Emergency Physicians	Emergency Medicine Certification Courses
Internal Medicine	American College of Physicians	Internal Medicine Board Review Courses
Nursing	American Nurses Association	Nurse Residency Program
Pharmacy	Creighton University School of Pharmacy	Pharmacy Residency Program
Physical Therapy	Creighton University School of Physical Therapy	Physical Therapy Residencies
Psychiatry	American Psychiatric Association	Psychiatric Continuing Medical Education
Surgery	American College of Surgeons	Surgical Skills Workshops

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Department	Certification/Accreditation	Accrediting Body
Emergency Medicine	Level I Trauma Center	American College of Surgeons
Heart Institute	Comprehensive Stroke Center	DNV
Laboratory	Laboratory Accreditation	College of American Pathologists (CAP)
Laboratory	CLIA Certification	Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Overall Hospital	Hospital Accreditation	The Joint Commission

Internship and Observation Programs

Department	Opportunity
Emergency Department	Student Nurse Internship
Family Medicine	Residency Program
General Surgery	Residency Program
Internal Medicine	Residency Program
Medical/Surgical	Student Nurse Internship
Nursing	Nurse Residency Program
Obstetrics and Gynecology	Residency Program
Pathology	Residency Program
Pediatrics	Student Nurse Internship
Pharmacy	Student Internship
Radiology	Residency Program
Surgery	Residency Program

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Department	Award
Critical Care	America´s 100 Best Critical Care™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Critical Care	Critical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Critical Care	State Ranking Award - Critical Care™
Hospital Overall	Women´s Choice Award®

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Department	Residency/Fellowship
Family Medicine	Residency
Internal Medicine	Residency
Obstetrics and Gynecology	Residency
Pathology	Residency
Psychiatry	Residency
Radiology	Residency
Surgery	Residency
Urology	Residency
Cardiovascular Disease	Fellowship
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry	Fellowship
Critical Care Medicine	Fellowship
Endocrinology	Fellowship
Global Surgery	Fellowship

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

Department	Residency/Fellowship
Family Medicine	Residency
Internal Medicine	Residency
Cardiology	Fellowship
Obstetrics and Gynecology	Residency
Pathology	Residency
Psychiatry	Residency
Radiology	Residency
Surgery	Residency
Pharmacy	Residency

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Department/Service	Support Options for Uninsured Patients
Emergency Department	- 24/7 Emergency Care regardless of ability to pay - Stabilization and treatment of emergency medical conditions
Financial Assistance	- Financial assistance policy for uninsured/underinsured patients - Sliding scale discounts based on income and Federal Poverty Guidelines - Assistance for patients with income up to 400% of Federal Poverty Level
Payment Options	- Payment plans available - 10% discount for self-pay patients who pay in full on day of service
Discounted Services	- Discounted rates for uninsured patients - Charity care for eligible patients
Insurance Enrollment	- Assistance applying for Medicaid and other government programs - Guidance on health insurance marketplace options
Social Services	- Referrals to community resources and social services - Help accessing prescription assistance programs

Hospital Research Collaborations

Department	Research Partners
Clinical Research	Creighton University School of Medicine
Cardiology	CHI Health Heart and Vascular Institute
Family Medicine	Creighton University Family Medicine Residency Program
Internal Medicine	Creighton University Internal Medicine Residency Program
Nursing	Creighton University College of Nursing
Pharmacy	Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions
Public Health	Creighton University Master of Public Health Program

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

Department	Mentorship/Advisory Program
Emergency Medicine	Community Emergency Department with board-certified physicians providing mentorship
Family Medicine	Residency program with 24 family medicine residents
Internal Medicine	Residency program with mentoring from experienced faculty
OB/GYN	Residency clinic providing mentorship opportunities
Student Health	Student Care Clinic offering advisory services for Creighton University students

CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Nearest Places

Hotels

0.1 miles

4.4

Hilton Omaha

Connected via sky bridge to CHI Health Center, indoor pool, fitness center

0.3 miles

4.5

Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District

Rooftop pool, fitness center, on-site dining

0.4 miles

4.4

Cambria Hotel Omaha Downtown

Rooftop bar, fitness center, free airport shuttle

0.4 miles

4.3

Homewood Suites by Hilton Omaha Downtown

All-suite hotel, free breakfast, indoor pool

0.4 miles

4.3

Hampton Inn & Suites Omaha Downtown

Free breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center

0.5 miles

4.3

Residence Inn by Marriott Omaha Downtown/Old Market Area

All-suite hotel, free breakfast, indoor pool

Florists and Gift Shops

0.8 km

4.7

Janousek Florist & Greenhouses

Same-day flower delivery, wedding flowers, funeral flowers

0.9 km

4.5

All Seasons Floral & Gifts

Hospital flower delivery, get well flowers

0.7 km

4.8

Piccolo´s Florist

Wedding flowers, funeral flowers, birthday flowers

0.6 km

4.3

Flowerama on Pacific

Get well flowers, same-day delivery

0.9 km

4.6

Twigs Flowers & Gifts

Local flower delivery, gourmet baskets

0.8 km

4.4

The Flower Shop

Flowers, plants, gift baskets

Food and Restaurant

0.8 km

4.2

Time Out Foods

Soul food, Chicken

0.9 km

Happy Bar

Bar, Pub food

1.0 km

4.4

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

Southern, American

0.7 km

3.8

Godfather´s Pizza

Pizza, Italian

0.1 km

3.5

CHI Health Clinic Cafeteria

Hospital cafeteria, American

0.2 km

3.7

Subway

Sandwiches, Fast food

Pharmacies

0.1 km

4.7

Creighton University Campus Pharmacy

Immunizations, Medication counseling, Medpacking, Medication synchronization

0.2 km

4.2

CHI Health Pharmacy

Prescription refills, OTC medications

0.8 km

4.8

Elmwood Pharmacy

Prescription medications, Compounding, Delivery service

0.9 km

3.9

Walgreens Pharmacy

24-hour service, Drive-thru, Immunizations

1.0 km

4.5

Think Whole Person Healthcare Pharmacy

Prescription medications, Medication therapy management

1.0 km

4.3

Nebraska Medicine Outpatient Pharmacy

Specialty medications, Medication counseling

Taxi and Transportation

0.5 km

4.2

zTrip

Taxi service, Airport transfers

0.7 km

3.8

City Taxi

Taxi service, 24/7 availability

0.8 km

3.9

Happy Cab

Taxi service, Airport transfers

0.9 km

3.7

Yellow Cab

Taxi service, 24/7 availability

1.0 km

4.5

Metro Sedan and Limousine

Luxury car service, Airport transfers

1.0 km

3.6

Checker Cab

Taxi service, 24/7 availability

ATMs and Banks

0.25 miles

3.5

Wells Fargo Bank

Full-service bank, ATM, Notary service

0.4 miles

4.2

American National Bank Florence

Full-service bank, Drive-thru, ATM

0.1 miles

Greater Omaha Federal Credit Union

Credit union services, ATM

0.3 miles

3.8

BMO ATM

24/7 ATM services

0.9 miles

3.7

U.S. Bank Omaha Potter Branch

Full-service bank, ATM, Drive-up

0.8 miles

3.9

First National Bank

Full-service bank, ATM

Parking Lots

0.8 km

Harney Street Parking

Shuttle service, License plate monitoring

0.1 km

CUMC Doctor´s Garage

Secure parking for medical staff

0.2 km

Webster Lot

Public parking

Shopping Malls

0.9 km

4.1

Oak View Mall

JCPenney, Dillard´s, food court

0.8 km

4.2

Westroads Mall

Younkers, Von Maur, AMC Theatres

0.7 km

4.3

Rockbrook Village Shopping Center

60+ locally-owned specialty stores and restaurants

Stationery and Copying Services

0.8 km

4.7

Automatic Printing Co

Full service printing, typesetting, desktop publishing, electronic file troubleshooting, scanning, office stationery, letterpress

0.9 km

4.8

Minuteman Press

Full color printing, copying, graphic design, business cards, brochures, promotional products, direct mail services

1.0 km

4.1

FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Printing, copying, packing, shipping, passport photos, custom branded products

Car Rental

0.8 km

4.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Economy cars, SUVs, luxury vehicles

0.9 km

4.1

Avis Car Rental

Compact cars, vans, trucks

1.0 km

3.9

Budget Car Rental

Sedans, convertibles, minivans

Patient Experiences

✅ Summary of Positive Reviews

Reviewers appreciated the fast and efficient service at the CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center. They highlighted the quick check-in process, prompt evaluations by doctors, and the friendly demeanor of the staff. The facility was also noted to be clean, contributing to a positive overall experience.

❌ Summary of Negative Reviews

Negative reviews focused on the poor experience at the emergency department. Patients reported long wait times, lack of attentive care, and issues regarding confidentiality and patient rights. The environment was described as dirty and disorganized, with several complaints about rude and unprofessional staff interactions. There were recommendations to seek alternative medical facilities for better service.

Working Hours

Emergency Department

Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Outpatient Services

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Diagnostic Imaging

Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Laboratory Services

Monday - Friday: 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Department Phones

Department	Phone
Main Hospital	(402) 717-0380
Cardiology	(402) 717-2222
Emergency	(402) 717-2222
Laboratory	(402) 717-2222
Radiology	(402) 717-2222

Language and Translation Services

English

CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center

NPI Number : 1508941097

601 N 30th St, Omaha, NE 68131

(402) 449-4000

www.chihealth.com

Departments

Family Medicine

Psychiatry

Cardiology

Diagnostic Imaging

Emergency Medicine

OB/GYN

Outpatient Care

Pharmacy

Physical Therapy

Women´s Health

Appointment Information

Visiting Hours

Important Doctors

Dr. Adil A. Abdalla

Dr. Monica Arora

Dr. Khalid Bashir

Dr. Karen L. Bremer

CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Information

Management and Leadership Team

Average Salary

Support Programs for Patients

Payment Plans

Cost Consulting

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Digital Health Services

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Collaborative Research Projects

Professional Development Programs

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Internship and Observation Programs

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Hospital Research Collaborations

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Nearest Places

Hotels

Hilton Omaha

Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District

Cambria Hotel Omaha Downtown

Homewood Suites by Hilton Omaha Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Omaha Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Omaha Downtown/Old Market Area

Florists and Gift Shops

Janousek Florist & Greenhouses

All Seasons Floral & Gifts

Piccolo´s Florist

Flowerama on Pacific

Twigs Flowers & Gifts

The Flower Shop

Food and Restaurant

Time Out Foods

Happy Bar

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

Godfather´s Pizza

CHI Health Clinic Cafeteria

Subway

Pharmacies

Creighton University Campus Pharmacy

CHI Health Pharmacy

Elmwood Pharmacy

Walgreens Pharmacy

Think Whole Person Healthcare Pharmacy

Nebraska Medicine Outpatient Pharmacy

Taxi and Transportation

zTrip

City Taxi

Happy Cab

Yellow Cab

Metro Sedan and Limousine

Checker Cab

ATMs and Banks

Wells Fargo Bank