An Enterprise article published on Oct. 10 indicated that Intermountain Healthcare has purchased ground and was planning to build a hospital at Ephraim Crossing, a master-planned community in Ephraim. The information came to The Enterprise in a press release from Camino Verde Group, the developer of Ephraim Crossing.
Although Intermountain purchased the property, it has not announced plans for its development, the company told The Enterprise.{mprestriction ids="1,3"}
An Intermountain Healthcare statement said: “As part of our ongoing commitment to serve patients with high-quality, affordable and accessible care, Intermountain Healthcare has acquired property in Ephraim, Utah, for future use to enhance healthcare services available to area residents. No immediate plans for development are underway.
“Intermountain has been part of the Sanpete County Community for more than 65 years. Rural healthcare is an integral part of our mission to help people live the healthiest lives possible. We are committed to growing as the area grows and supporting quality rural health in central Utah and beyond.”
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