LONGMONT, CO (Feb. 20, 2026) – CommonSpirit Longmont United Hospital is proud to announce the reopening of its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), signaling a significant enhancement in local healthcare services for the community's youngest and most vulnerable patients.
The reopened NICU will operate as a Level II unit, providing specialized care for premature and moderately ill newborns. This highly anticipated reopening reaffirms Longmont United Hospital's commitment to delivering comprehensive and accessible healthcare close to home.
The NICU will be equipped to care for infants born at 34 weeks gestation and higher, offering a critical resource for families in Longmont and surrounding areas.
"We are incredibly excited to bring our NICU back to the community," said Deb Mohesky, Longmont United Hospital president. "This reopening represents a tremendous effort and dedication to providing exceptional care for our tiniest patients. We understand the unique needs of premature and sick newborns, and our team is fully prepared to offer the highest quality of specialized medical attention and support to families during a critical time."
The Longmont United Hospital Level II NICU will be staffed by a team of highly skilled Neonatal Advanced Practice Providers. Additionally, neonatology expertise will be readily available through a robust telehealth partnership with Children's Hospital Colorado, ensuring access to leading specialists and the most up-to-date best practices in neonatal care.
A Level II NICU is specifically designed to provide comprehensive care for:
- Pre-term infants born at or above 34 weeks gestation
- Moderately ill newborns with conditions expected to resolve rapidly and without the need for urgent subspecialty services
- Infants requiring mechanical ventilation for up to 24 hours
- Stabilizing infants who may require transfer to a higher level of care (Level III or higher NICU) for more complex, long-term conditions
“This reopening means that more families will be able to keep their newborns closer to home during a critical period, reducing the stress and logistical challenges often associated with needing specialized care,” said Bobbi Buchanan, Nursing Director at Longmont United Hospital. “The unit is designed with the comfort and well-being of both infants and their families in mind, offering a supportive and healing environment.”
Learn more about Longmont United Hospital's Birth Center for expecting moms.
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