$17 million project set for completion in 2025
Cookeville – On Dec. 1 Cookeville Regional Medical Center (CRMC) officially broke ground on an expansion project set to bring 40 additional patient beds to the hospital.
The $17 million project, known as 4 West and 5 West expansion is set for completion in 2025. Once completed the medical center will go from 269 to 309 beds.
“The local economic impact is projected to be $8-10 million,” according to the Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce (Chamber). “With 12,331 inpatients last year and a growing demand for beds, this expansion marks a significant milestone for CRMC and the community, reinforcing its role as a vital health care provider. We can’t wait to celebrate their ribbon-cutting ceremony in 2025!”
CRMC saw 12,331 inpatients over the past year, according to the Chamber.
“We are thrilled to be able to start our new 4 West and 5 West expansion to better meet the needs of patients in our community,” said Buffy Key, CEO at CRMC.
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Photo courtesy of Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce.
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