Frequently Asked Questions
Q Why would a Madison Medical Center built in partnership with Crestwood be better for Madison businesses and citizens?
A It will be 100% locally controlled, by a board of trustees comprised of Madison citizens (50%) and Madison physicians (50%) A local board of trustees would better understand the needs of the Madison community since its members live and work in the Madison area.
Q Would a Crestwood facility offer any financial support in tax revenues to the Madison community?
A Yes! A Crestwood Medical Center built in partnership with Madison would pay more than $1 million in local taxes each year, benefiting Madison schools, roads or other immediate needs.
Q Would the Crestwood-partnered hospital create new jobs for Madison?
A Yes! Since Crestwood is building and adding new hospital beds approximately 700 new jobs will be created, adding significant revenue to Madison businesses.
Q Would the Crestwood-partnered hospital offer major comprehensive healthcare services?
A Yes! Crestwood would operate a comprehensive facility featuring every state-of-the-art service currently provided at Crestwood Medical Center in Huntsville. Those services include obstetrics, emergency room and surgical services.
Q Is it true Madison is the largest city AND fastest growing city in Alabama without a hospital in close proximity?
A Yes. Madison has seen a growth rate of 623% in the last 20 years.
Q Athens-Limestone Hospital claims a hospital in Madison would impact their community and force them to close their hospital. Is this true?
A No. Currently less than 4% of patients treated at Athens-Limestone Hospital come from Madison. Our studies have shown that a hospital operating in Madison would have no impact on any other area hospitals, including those in counties surrounding Madison County.
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