Acute Care Services
Pointe Coupee General Hospital's highly qualified nursing staff delivers care to patients across the lifespan with various illnesses. Highly innovative with the use of computerized documentation, accountability, and knowledge, the staff is dedicated to providing optimal nursing care.
Cardiopulmonary (Respiratory)
The Cardiopulmonary Department at Pointe Coupee General Hospital offers a complete program designed to meet the cardiopulmonary needs of the patient. The department also provides electrocardiogram testing, in-house sleep lab testing, holter/heart monitoring, pulmonary function testing, and smoking cessation. A certified asthma educator is available to meet the specific educational needs of the patient dealing with chronic respiratory disorders.
Case Management, Social Services, and Discharge Planning
Pointe Coupee General Hospital believes that the patient should be treated in a holistic manner. The provision of social services and proactive case management assists the patient and family in addressing issues pertaining to the treatment plan and insures the psychological and social needs are met as well as the physical needs of the patient. Contact Case Management for any questions or to learn more.
Colorectal Screening
Is it time for your screening? Regular screening, beginning at age 50, is the key to preventing colorectal cancer. Don’t assume you’re too young for colorectal cancer. When people stop assuming, they get screened, they reach out for support, they pay attention to their symptoms, and they advocate for their health.
The truth is you’re never too young and it’s on the rise in those under age 50. In fact, 1 in 9 are diagnosed before age 50.
Dr. Donald Doucet completed medical school at Louisiana State University and has been practicing medicine for over 35 years. Call (225) 638-4585 to schedule your initial consultation with Dr. Doucet today!
Diabetes Education and Nutrition Program
Digital Mammography
Our primary goal is to always deliver high-quality care to our patients, which is why we use advanced, digital mammography technology. With digital 3D mammography, the radiologist reviews electronic images of the breast using special high-resolution monitors.
Mammograms play a central part in the early detection of breast cancer because they can detect changes in the breast that are too small or subtle to be felt during a self-breast exam. All forms of mammography use compression and X-Rays to create clear images of the inside of the breast.
Emergency Services
The Emergency Department at Pointe Coupee General Hospital provides 24-hour, 7 days a week emergency physician services to meet the medical needs of the community. The experienced caring staff is devoted to delivering the highest level of care and service. When should you go to an emergency room versus a walk-in clinic →
It’s the Law
If you have a medical emergency or are in labor, you have the right to receive, within the capabilities of this hospital’s staff and facilities:
An appropriate medical screening examination
Necessary stabilizing treatment (including treatment for an unborn child)
An appropriate transfer to another facility, if necessary
You have the right to receive these services even if you cannot pay or do not have medical insurance or you are not entitled to medicare or medicaid. This hospital does participate in the Medicaid program.
Get Help
If you are in a crisis or any other person may be in danger — don't use this website. These resources can provide you with immediate help.
If you have a medical emergency please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
AIDS Crisis Line: 1 (800) 221-7044
American Association of Poison Control Centers: 1 (800) 222-1222
Crisis Text Line: Text DESERVE TO 741-741
GLBT Hotline: 1 (888) 843-4564
National Council on Alcoholism & Drug Dependency Hope Line: 1 (800) 622-2255
National Crisis Line - Anorexia and Bulimia: 1 (800) 233-4357
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1 (800) 799-7233
National Hopeline Network: 1 (800) SUICIDE
Planned Parenthood Hotline: 1 (800) 230-PLAN
Self-Harm Hotline: 1 (800) DONT CUT
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988
TREVOR Crisis Hotline: 1 (866) 488-7386
Helpful Links
Hospice Bed
Pointe Coupee General Hospital has a hospice bed available for Pointe Coupee Hospice patients. This bed is available under special circumstances when the hospice patient’s symptoms cannot be managed in the home setting. Pointe Coupee Hospice patients can be admitted to Pointe Coupee General Hospital when it is determined by the physician and the hospice team that in-patient hospice care would be most beneficial for the patient.
For more information contact Pointe Coupee Hospice at (225) 638-5717.
Laboratory
The PCGH Laboratory department provides accurate, quality controlled testing for physicians to utilize in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Our laboratory is Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA) certified and JCAHO accredited, ensuring the highest reliability, accuracy, and timeliness of clinical laboratory data. Laboratory’s contact information and hours →
Diagnostic Services
Blood Bank
Chemistry
Coagulation
Cytopathology
Hematology
Microbiology
Serology
Surgical Pathology
Urinalysis
Outpatient Services
Blood Draw
Drug Screen Collection
Urine Collection
Outpatient Clinics
Pointe Coupee General Hospital offers various outpatient clinics including cardiology, orthopedics, ophthalmology, podiatry, and urology.
Outpatient IV Infusion Therapy
Pointe Coupee General Hospital offers easy access for outpatient infusion therapy. A knowledgeable nursing staff can provide IV central line and peripheral line infusion therapy in a timely and precise manner. Injection therapies are also readily available.
Outpatient Wound Care Clinic
Patient and Family Education
The Pointe Coupee General Hospital staff believes that empowering the patient and promoting self care can be achieved through an active patient education program. The staff has available a wide range of educational materials and resources for the patient and family.
Pharmacy
The Pharmacy Department at Pointe Coupee General Hospital offers an array of pharmaceuticals available to treat each patient's health concerns. The hospital's Doctor of Pharmacy is readily available for emergency necessities and supplies medications according to the requirements and recommendations of the physician.
For the Pointe Coupee community, the Pharmacy Dept. has a take-back box, the Take-Back Kiosk, which is available 7 days a week, from 6:00 AM until 8:00 PM. It is located on the first floor near the Laboratory Department’s entrance.
Physical Therapy / Occupational Therapy
Radiology Services
The Radiology Department provides 24-hour patient coverage for emergency situations. The Department also provides inpatient and outpatient services including CT Scan, mobile MRI, echocardiograms, and 3D Mammography. As an extension of the Radiology Department, the Ultrasound Department offers extensive diagnostic testing. In keeping with ever-changing radiologic technology, the Radiology Department is pleased to have the film-less digital Picture Archival Communication System, a dedicated network to the storage, retrieval, distribution, and presentation of radiological images. Radiology’s contact information and hours →
Self-Help and Guides
Skilled Nursing
Pointe Coupee General Hospital offers comprehensive skilled nursing services to individuals in need of functional restoration for various diagnoses. With the availability of this service provided close to home, coupled with a compassionate and experienced staff, the patient is able to work positively through the healing process.
Skilled Rehabilitation Program
Speech Therapy
The Speech Therapy Department at Pointe Coupee General Hospital develops a comprehensive plan designed to treat the patient's individual communicative disorders. A Speech Therapist is also available to perform selective diagnostic procedures such as Swallow Studies.
Surgical Services
Pointe Coupee General Hospital provides endoscopic screening examinations including colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, and gastroscopy. The surgical department also conducts outpatient surgical procedures including feeding tube insertions, debridement & other skin surgeries, and cataract surgery. The surgical team at Pointe Coupee General Hospital believes the personalized concise care provided to the patient promotes a positive surgical experience.