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Michael Hansen

President and CEO

Columbus Community Hospital

Columbus, NE

Mr. Hansen leads Columbus Community Hospital, driving significant growth, infrastructure development and service enhancement. Under his leadership, the hospital has completed major expansion projects including a state-of-the-art fieldhouse and a senior behavioral health unit, increasing access to advanced services in the region. Mr. Hansen has also prioritized medical program expansion, telehealth and specialty care to meet evolving community needs. His leadership during the Covid-19 pandemic was marked by proactive crisis management, care continuity and consistent staff support. Widely respected for his advocacy and strategic insight, he contributes to healthcare policy at the state and national levels.

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2023 Winner

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80 Rural Hospital CEOs to Know

Rural hospitals are critical to the success of the U.S. healthcare system to expand access to care in remote areas. CEOs at the helm of these important community institutions have many responsibilities to make sure their hospitals thrive.

The executives featured on this list have put their heart and soul into ensuring their communities have access to the best healthcare services possible. While rural hospitals across the country have faced closure in recent years, these leaders have developed a model for not only surviving, but thriving.

CEORural & Critical Access

2024 Winner

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Rural Hospital CEOs to Know

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CEORural & Critical Access

2025 Winner

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2026 Winner

Executives

240 Community Hospital CEOs to Know

Community hospitals are often the unsung heroes in healthcare, and CEOs are tasked with managing the delivery of coordinated and affordable community care. Beyond just acute care, many community hospital CEOs also ensure that patients can access primary care, rehabilitation, public health services and other resources. Executives are responsible for fostering a positive workforce culture, overseeing strategy, expanding service lines and maintaining financial stability.

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