History of Blue Mountain Hospital

Advancing Healthcare Services in Blanding

What many believed would never happen, and still more said would never last, has now become an anchor in the healthcare delivery system of San Juan County.

On July 4, 2009 Blue Mountain Hospital officials joined dignitaries from Blanding City, Utah Navajo Health System, Inc., the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe and San Juan County in an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the hospital. A few days later Blue Mountain Hospital officially opened its doors for business in Blanding. More than a century after Blanding was first settled, the city finally had a hospital.

The opening of Blue Mountain Hospital was the culmination of hard work, tireless effort and contributions from many individuals and organizations. Of particular note were local businessmen Pete Black and Dale Slade, who donated the land for the project; Utah Navajo Health System (UNHS), which donated significant funds; and the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe, headquartered in Towaoc, Colorado, which also donated funds to get the hospital off the ground.

Where We Are Today

Blue Mountain Hospital, Inc. is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation. It is independent of the other mentioned entities, but both UNHS and the Ute Tribe appoint board members to the hospital board of directors. In less than a decade, the hospital has grown and expanded services to meet the needs of the residents and visitors of San Juan County.

Blue Mountain Hospital provides emergency services, radiology, lab, general surgery, labor & delivery, and general hospital services. The hospital also operates an eight-chair dialysis center, which is fairly unique for an independent rural hospital, and an in-house pharmacy that features the latest technology in medication dispensing.

Vast Network of Medical Resources

Many people believe that rural hospitals do not have access to the resources and providers needed to treat certain patients or conditions. And while we may not have them in house, Blue Mountain Hospital is proud of our vast network of medical resources and partners. BMH works with other hospitals, healthcare systems, specialized centers, and more. Thank you to Utah Navajo Health Systems, Intermountain Healthcare, University of Utah Health, Revere Health, Newport Health, and the many others who help us care for our patients and community.

Blue Mountain Hospital has proven its value to the community, and is committed to excellence in healthcare for the future. Our new motto is:
"Our family, caring for your family's good health."