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Baton Rouge General Medical Center

Average3-Star CMS Rating

8585 PICARDY AVE, Baton Rouge, LA 70809

24/7 Emergency
Birthing Friendly

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8585 PICARDY AVE
Baton Rouge, LA 70809

About Baton Rouge General Medical Center

Hospital overview and services

Baton Rouge General Medical Center is an acute care hospital in Baton Rouge, LA, serving E. Baton Rouge County and the surrounding Baton Rouge community.

The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Baton Rouge can seek immediate care at Baton Rouge General Medical Center's emergency department.

The hospital holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, reflecting average performance across key healthcare quality measures. Baton Rouge General Medical Center has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Baton Rouge area.

When choosing a hospital in Baton Rouge, LA, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Baton Rouge General Medical Center's detailed quality scores, safety record, and affiliated doctors on this page.

At a Glance

Overall Rating3/5 Stars
Hospital TypeAcute Care Hospitals
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
EmergencyAvailable 24/7
Birthing FriendlyYes
EHR CertifiedNot Certified
CountyE. Baton Rouge
Affiliated Doctors20

Quality & Safety

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Hospital Rating

Baton Rouge General Medical Center has received a 3-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This average rating reflects performance across multiple quality domains including patient safety, mortality outcomes, and readmission rates. CMS evaluates hospitals annually to help patients make informed decisions about their care in Baton Rouge, LA.

Average

Mortality

Baton Rouge General Medical Center performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.

Above Average

Patient Safety

Baton Rouge General Medical Center performs better than the national average for patient safety measures, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.

Average

Readmission

Baton Rouge General Medical Center performs at about the national average for readmission rates, consistent with most hospitals across the country.

Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Baton Rouge General Medical Center

What is the CMS rating for Baton Rouge General Medical Center?

Baton Rouge General Medical Center has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.

Does Baton Rouge General Medical Center have emergency services?

Yes, Baton Rouge General Medical Center provides 24/7 emergency services.

What type of hospital is Baton Rouge General Medical Center?

Baton Rouge General Medical Center is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under voluntary non-profit - private ownership.

How many doctors practice at Baton Rouge General Medical Center?

20 physicians are affiliated with Baton Rouge General Medical Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·