Facility Overview

Trust Essentia Health-Northern Pines in Aurora, Minnesota, for high-quality, compassionate hospital care. We’re a Level IV Trauma Center and 16-bed Critical Access Hospital. Whether you need a nearby emergency room or a skilled surgeon, we're here for you and your family.We make it easy to get a wide range of medical care on the Iron Range. We're in the same building as Essentia Health-Northern Pines Clinic and Essentia Health-Northern Pines Care Center. You'll find us surrounded by 20 acres of beautiful forest off Highway 110.

Hospital Services

Whether you need a little help along the road to recovery or around-the-clock medical care, Northern Pines hospital is here for you. Get healing support near you from a knowledgeable team of medical professionals who offer:

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Services may be provided by a visiting medical provider who sees patients here on a limited basis.
Services may be provided here via a secure video chat with an off-site medical provider.

Inpatient Vs. Outpatient Hospital Services

If you have a test or procedure performed at a hospital but are not admitted, you’re an outpatient. Common outpatient procedures may include X-rays, labs, and emergency room visits. If your doctor admits you to the hospital for an overnight stay, you’re typically an inpatient.One exception to this is if your doctor places you on observation status. In this case, you may stay overnight in the hospital but are still considered an outpatient. If you’re a Medicare patient, your status can affect your coverage. Visit Medicare.gov to learn more.

Charges for Hospital Services

We are committed to price transparency and provide a full list of services offered at this hospital and the related standard charges. A charge is defined as the dollar amount Essentia sets for a hospital service and does not include any discounts negotiated with insurance companies.

24/7 Emergency Room

If you or a loved one have a severe or life-threatening medical concern, rely on our 24-hour emergency room. Northern Pines hospital has a Level IV Trauma Center designation and an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital designation. Rest easy knowing life-saving support is as close as your local hospital.

Compliments & Complaints

If you’d like to share a compliment, concern, or suggestion, please contact our administrator Laura Ackman. You can also fill out our online compliments and complaints form.

Support Our Hospital

Have you been inspired by the care you or a loved one received? Support your local hospital by donating to the White Community Hospital Foundation. The Foundation provides financial support Essentia Health-Northern Pines with help from patients and family members like you.