About Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority
Hospital overview and services
Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority is a government-operated acute care hospital in Cherokee, NC, serving Swain County and the surrounding Cherokee 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. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Cherokee can seek immediate care at Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority's emergency department.
Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Cherokee area.
When choosing a hospital in Cherokee, NC, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority's detailed quality scores, safety record, and affiliated doctors on this page.
At a Glance
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance measures
Mortality
Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority performs at about the national average for patient safety measures, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Readmission
Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority performs at about the national average for readmission rates, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data
Doctors at Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Wesley Mcknight, CSW
Clinical Social Worker
Dr. Cathy Greenwood
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Emily Wegenka, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Kylee Savage, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. John Vogler, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Sarah Ciccotto, MD
Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology)
Dr. Edward Doyle, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Izabela Lubinska Welch
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Michaela Cooper, MNT
Registered Dietitian Or Nutrition Professional
Dr. Stephanie Hornbuckle
General Surgery
Dr. Lashanda Brown, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Winona Houser, MD
Family Practice
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Dr. Austin Albright, MD
Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
Dr. Thomas Vajen, MD
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Jeffery Grimes, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Peter Shell, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Jennifer Farmer, MD
Psychiatry
Dr. Daniel Reynolds, DO
Family Practice
Dr. Carmen Johnson, DPM
Podiatry
Dr. Matthew Mahar, MD
Family Practice
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority
What is the CMS rating for Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority?
Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority does not currently have an overall CMS quality rating available.
Does Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority have emergency services?
Yes, Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority?
Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under government - federal ownership.
How many doctors practice at Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority?
20 physicians are affiliated with Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·