About Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health
Hospital overview and services
Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health is a government-operated acute care hospital in Charlotte, NC, serving Mecklenburg County and the surrounding Charlotte community. As a government-operated facility, it is accountable to the public and typically serves as a safety-net provider for the community.
The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Charlotte can seek immediate care at Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health's emergency department.
The hospital holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, reflecting average performance across key healthcare quality measures. Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Charlotte area.
When choosing a hospital in Charlotte, NC, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health's detailed quality scores, safety record, and affiliated doctors on this page.
At a Glance
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance measures
Average
CMS Overall Hospital Rating
Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health 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 Charlotte, NC.
Mortality
Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health performs at about the national average for patient safety measures, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Readmission
Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health performs below the national average for readmission rates. Patients may want to discuss these outcomes with their care team.
Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data
Doctors at Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Jennifer Egan, MD
Pathology
Dr. Laurence Kempton, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Joshua Yelverton, MD
Otolaryngology
Dr. Christopher Norbet, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Vidyasagargoud Marupakula, MD
Hospitalist
Dr. Kristina Harrell, MD
Pediatric Medicine
Dr. Melissa Flood, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Michael Mccormack, MD
Hematology/oncology
Dr. Sean Cavanaugh, MD
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Brock Martin, MD
Pathology
Dr. Nicole Hadley, DO
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Patrick Twum-barimah, MD
Hospitalist
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Dr. Tarun Kukkadapu, MD
Critical Care (intensivists)
Dr. Gina Dimartino, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Richard Ligon, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Jorge Orjuela, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Leslie Adcock, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Amanda Fletcher, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Mary Heagerty
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Katherine Mattingly
Physician Assistant
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health
What is the CMS rating for Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health?
Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health have emergency services?
Yes, Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health?
Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under government - hospital district or authority ownership.
How many doctors practice at Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health?
20 physicians are affiliated with Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·