Cuero Regional Hospital has announced the upcoming closure of its Kenedy Family Practice clinic, effective May 8, citing ongoing operational and workforce challenges and allocating resources outside of the hospital tax district.
The hospital began operating the Kenedy clinic in 2013 after acquiring it from local physicians, with the goal of maintaining access to healthcare services for the Kenedy community. Although the clinic is located outside of the hospital’s tax district, Cuero Regional Hospital has continued to support its operations for more than a decade. This decision allows us to more responsibly align our resources to support the communities within our hospital district and ensure long-term access to care.
Hospital leadership shared that a combination of declining reimbursement rates and the continued difficulty in recruiting a dedicated provider has made it increasingly challenging to sustain clinic operations. Since January 2025, the clinic has been operating at a financial loss, placing added strain on hospital resources.
“This decision was not made lightly,” hospital officials stated. “We are proud of the care that has been provided in Kenedy over the years and are grateful for the trust the community has placed in us.”
Patients currently receiving care at the Kenedy clinic will continue to have access to services within the Cuero Health system. Care will be transitioned to providers across the organization’s four clinic locations, with staff available to assist patients in selecting a provider and scheduling appointments.
Our obstetric (OB) patients may continue their care with their current provider, Dr. Harvey in Cuero, at Parkside Family Clinic. Other obstetric providers include Dr. Lemley at Yorktown Medical Clinic or Cuero Medical Clinic, and Dr. Watts-Powell at Parkside Family Clinic and Goliad Family Practice.
Hospital representatives emphasized their commitment to ensuring a smooth transition for patients and maintaining access to high-quality, compassionate care throughout the region.
Patients with questions or those needing assistance with scheduling are encouraged to contact any of the Cuero Health clinics: Cuero Medical Clinic 361-275-3466, Parkside Family Clinic 361-275-2800, Yorktown Medical Clinic 361-564-9230 or Goliad Family Practice 361-645-8235.
