About Highlands Medical Center
Hospital overview and services
Highlands Medical Center is a government-operated acute care hospital in Scottsboro, AL, serving Jackson County and the surrounding Scottsboro 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 Scottsboro can seek immediate care at Highlands Medical Center's emergency department.
The hospital holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, reflecting average performance across key healthcare quality measures. Highlands Medical Center has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Scottsboro area.
When choosing a hospital in Scottsboro, AL, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Highlands Medical Center'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
Highlands 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 Scottsboro, AL.
Mortality
Highlands Medical Center performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
Highlands Medical Center performs at about the national average for patient safety measures, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Readmission
Highlands Medical Center performs at about the national average for readmission rates, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data
Doctors at Highlands Medical Center
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Clayton Newell, MD
Anesthesiology
Dr. Wendy Moreland, MD
Pathology
Dr. Victor Jiminez, MD
Urology
Dr. Andrew Madej, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. William Mccrory, MD
Pulmonary Disease
Dr. Darrin Johnson, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Muhammad Ata
Internal Medicine
Dr. Lauren Obenlander
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Patrick Berry
Family Practice
Dr. Alex Johnson, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. James Raley, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Michael Hancock, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
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Dr. Nathan Lee, MD
Pathology
Dr. Malapuram Vasudha Reddy, MD
Endocrinology
Dr. Younus Ismail, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Christopher Green, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Noel Molina, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Diwas Shahi, MD
Pulmonary Disease
Dr. Ali Hassoun, MD
Infectious Disease
Dr. John Cheesebrew, MD
Emergency Medicine
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Highlands Medical Center
What is the CMS rating for Highlands Medical Center?
Highlands Medical Center has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does Highlands Medical Center have emergency services?
Yes, Highlands Medical Center provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Highlands Medical Center?
Highlands Medical Center is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under government - hospital district or authority ownership.
How many doctors practice at Highlands Medical Center?
20 physicians are affiliated with Highlands Medical Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·