Hospitals in Frankfort, KY - Medicare Status, Ratings, Address, Contact

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Frankfort Regional Medical Center
Acute Care Hospital (Medicare Certified)
Location: 299 Kings Daughters Drive, Frankfort, Kentucky 40601
Ratings: Phone: (502) 875-5240

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