Gary-based Methodist Hospitals is set to open an immediate care facility today in Crown Point. Methodist CareFirst, which is located on the campus of the Crown Point Sportsplex, is one of three planned immediate care centers for the health system.
Methodist says additional CareFirst locations will open soon in Merillville and Gary. The health system says in addition to treating common illnesses and minor injuries, the facility will also include lab tests and x-rays.
The CareFirst opening comes weeks after Methodist Chief Executive Officer Raymond Grady released a statement saying the health system was exploring options for merging with another healthcare system.