After 6 very helpful hyaluronic acid knee injections, the 7th caused me severe pain, nearly…read moredisabling me for days and reversing all my positive progress from prior injections. Staff took over 6 hours to return my calls about my concerns. When finally able to consult with the doctor he was unconcerned & without empathy. Billing was also inconveniently managed. Will not return.

I'm amazed at the higher reviews. My experience has been a disaster. I tried many times to get Dr…read more Scott to address pain and swelling. The first response to pain help request was "I wasn't in enough pain because my voice didn't show enough pain over the phone." My caregiver and I were shocked at the response. At 6 weeks, I visited my regular doctor who gave me a list of questions to ask at the upcoming appointment. Dr. Scott dodged all questions, saying "everyone is different". Being different should not mean refusing to address the problem. Since then, my regular doctor team has managed the pain and more recently with an ultrasound and MRI has found swelling and post surgical changes. The ultrasound showed a large blood clot causing the swelling. These tests are pretty basic to rule out serious things like blood clots that can cause strokes. I am so grateful that my regular team of doctors are more interested in solving health problems than ignoring them. The stroke will take 2-3 months to dissolve and I don't know about post surgical changes treatment yet. I do know there is at least one other former patient with the same bad treatment facing a repair surgery. I wonder why Dr. Scott isn't working at Providence anymore or doing them in Spokane.

I was experiencing pain and discomfort on my right knee. I was able to walk in to see the knee…read morespecialist in the Urgent Care department. Doctor Stowell examined me and quickly diagnosed my condition. The Dr ordered an MRI and prescribed medication for my ailment. I returned a couple of weeks later after the MRI and the doctor reviewed it. The doctor recommended I do not have a knee surgery . Instead he recommended I get a cortisone injection. I have been pain free for about 6 months. I returned several months later for pain in my heal. The examining foot doctor diagnosed plantar fasciitis and ordered physical therapy. The therapist indicated that the fasciitis is a result of chronic tightness in the calf muscle. The therapist performed a muscle relaxation massage on the calf and several stretches. Those exercises worked great!!

I normally don't post reviews, but after my experience with this clinic -- and now seeing the…read morerecent CDA Press article about Blue Cross of Idaho requesting an investigation into Post Falls ER & Hospital -- I felt it was important to share what happened to me. I waited nearly three months to see Dr. Richard Lee Stowell, under the guidance of my physical therapist. When I finally got in, the visit lasted barely five minutes, with no meaningful examination, no new information, and no real plan. Instead, I was referred for a $500 MRI at Post Falls Emergency Hospital -- a facility the news is currently spotlighting for billing and arbitration practices. I later learned this MRI referral was tied to OSL and its partners, something that was never explained. Privacy was another major issue. During what should have been a confidential consultation, eight different people came in and out of the room with no introduction and no request for my consent. I did not agree to discuss my personal medical information in front of them. Despite being told to "come in ASAP" because the condition could be serious, the follow-up appointment was pushed out another 3-4 weeks, first to August 25 and then to August 27, with no explanation. The urgency they expressed simply wasn't reflected in their actions. When I finally emailed saying I would not be returning, the office manager called twice -- once to apologize and once to offer a refund of the $250 I paid upfront, asking me to come in and sign for the release of my records. I signed the release, but the imaging from the follow-up was never provided to me. Later, I received a letter stating the clinic was "terminating" me as a patient, even though I had already ended the relationship myself. The letter had no clinical purpose and felt like after-the-fact paperwork cleanup rather than genuine medical follow-up. This wasn't a simple scheduling mix-up. In my experience, it was a pattern: * Urgency stated, then ignored * Patient privacy overlooked * Administrative promises not kept * Records handled questionably * A referral pipeline tied to a facility now in the news for its billing practices Northern Idaho patients deserve better -- better coordination, better privacy, and better follow-through than what I experienced here.

Rude receptionist, condescending announce I was late but actually arrived right on timeread more

Really not sure what to think. As usual, very arrogant drs. and not personable at all. The dr…read morefinally graced me with his presence 40 mins after my appointment time. This was my initial visit and he walked in and asked so what are you expecting us to do for you? I said I didn't know as I didn't know what all was wrong. My general doc ordered the MRI and he didn't think things were horrible but didn't know. The surgeon PA points to X-rays they took and says well this isn't an easy fix like I'm assuming you think you will be getting. I just sat there because I was there to find out what was wrong. Very strange atmosphere. Very arrogant staff. It would be nice if the tech and the dr could just show a bit of kindness and compassion to their clients.

Dr. Kent is an amazingly skilled surgeon and after two surgeries I would highly recommend him…read more However, their office is very difficult to deal with. They have the "gatekeepers" you have to work through so you never know if it's them who are making decisions or an actual physician. I never even spoke to Dr. Kent except for the day of surgery. If he's that busy that he can't meet with patients or answer questions maybe they need to cut back on patient numbers. When I had a concerning issue after the surgery I was unable to speak to anyone other than a patient navigator, who is an LPN. I need to know it's a physician making medical decisions for my care, not someone with a limited medical background. No offense intended, but this is life and death when you're dealing with nerve/spine issues, not a sprained ankle.

from the doctors , PAC, Nurses, staff, and everyone else deserve 5+ stars. They care about each…read morepatient as a person and not not a number.

I have had 3 surgeries there starting 15 years ago. My last surgery at Northwest was in July,…read more2025. The care and communication has fallen off to where I would never return. My pet got better care at our Vet. This IS NOT the best hospital in the area, as they claim. When I tried to get some answers regarding discharge practices and procedures, I was given the run around. When I did get through to someone and asked for a name, I was told they were not at liberty to say. When I asked why I was being forwarded to security I was told, because they Don't Like Your Questions. I got a call from the head of security who threatened to have me arrested if I called again, then hung up on me. You will be better served at another of the many hospitals in the area Coeur d Alene, Spokane Valley or Spokane. I also had 3 surgeries at Kootenai Medical and was given excellent care with all discharge practices clearly explained and followed. Good luck! ​

I previously gave a great review to the hospital. Unfortunately after my wife's recent total knee…read morereplacement I have had to revise my review. They have severe issues with staffing, competence. After her surgery she was brought to her room in uncontrollable pain. It appears the nerve block that was administered did not take, and The CRNA failed to inform the surgeon. He was also directed to perform a block after the surgery. He did not. I asked the staff for the next 5 hours to bring in a doctor or anesthesiologist. This never happened. It was only when I went to the nurses station and told them to prepare her to leave AMA, and I would be calling an ambulance to pick her up, did I finally get some help. Before leaving, the Doctor called in a prescription pain relief to Walgreens. When we arrived there, the pharmacist told me he couldn't fill narcotics with in 24hrs. It was very fortunate that I had recently had surgery and had pain medication with me. We also cancelled additional surgeries because of poor treatment with pain management , and staffing concerns. I would never have a procedure there again. I later had a procedure at another facility, and My wife later had 2 other surgeries at Holy Family. OMG, what a difference. She received the very best care, and actually left the hospital laughing. I would not recommend this campus to anyone considering a surgical procedure.

I feel compeled to add my experience at Inland Neursurgery and Spine - My doctor has been following…read moremy spinal issues for at least 15 years. During that time he treated me not only fairly but beautifully. The staff is wonderful. When I have called and spoken to the nurse and appointment person for the doctor seeking either an appointment or asking a question they've either picked up their line or called me back promptly. I have nothing but kind words for the doctors in this practice.

I have bone spurs, herniated discs and spinal tumors, and I guess this isn't bad enough for them to…read moretreat me. All they did was look at an MRI and decide .... NOPE she doesn't need to be seen by us. They don't care that I am in agony daily, and it took 3 yrs to get the MRI done thanks to Insurance. Now what am I supposed to do? Just live in agony?? Thanks IN&SA.... you guys do NOT rock!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

I had been dealing with plantar fasciitis for almost 2 years. Had a couple appts with other…read moredoctors in the area, all who are in the Kootenai Medical system of doctors, unfortunately. None of them were capable of helping me in fact none of them ever took an xray. Eventually my regular doctor/PA made me an appt with Dr. Arnold. 1st thing on the 1st visit I got an xray which showed I had a prominent bone spur on the afflicted food which helps to irritate the PF issue. I received a shot on the second visit, another appt was scheduled 2 weeks later but when I was interviewed by Dr. Arnold she determined since the pain was gone at that point no shot was advised. I havent been back, I have been pain free with only a minor, very minor flare up after doing things like pushing heavy wheel barrows which before ruined me for days. I can bike ride again too which is very important for me. Thank you Dr. Arnold. Office staff is very helpful and nice also.

The Spine Team is great for pain management. I am waiting on back surgery now and until then they…read moreare making sure I stay comfortable and am able to live life best as possible. Thank you Spine Team !!!

They don't care. I tried to get my mom in who is a patient and she can't even walk and they said 2…read more1/2 weeks out. Horrible service