Local hospital feels economic effect of COVID-19
KINGMAN – The largest employer in Mohave County is losing millions of dollars each month due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The loss for Kingman Regional Medical Center (KRMC) is largely associated with the Governor’s suspension of elective surgeries in Arizona. “At this point we’re estimating about a 30% drop in revenue. That’s significant for us,” said Brian Turney, Chief Executive Officer for KRMC. “That equates to about $8-million per month.” Turney said the hospital that employs more than 2,000 people has encouraged its workforce to burn vacation days during the outbreak. He said some employees are working under reduced…
