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Highline Medical Center

Below Average2-Star CMS Rating

16251 SYLVESTER ROAD SW, Burien, WA 98166

24/7 Emergency
Birthing Friendly

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16251 SYLVESTER ROAD SW
Burien, WA 98166

About Highline Medical Center

Hospital overview and services

Highline Medical Center is an acute care hospital in Burien, WA, serving King County and the surrounding Burien community.

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

CMS has assigned this hospital a 2-star quality rating. Patients are encouraged to review the detailed quality measures below when evaluating care options. Highline Medical Center has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Burien area.

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

At a Glance

Overall Rating2/5 Stars
Hospital TypeAcute Care Hospitals
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
EmergencyAvailable 24/7
Birthing FriendlyYes
EHR CertifiedNot Certified
CountyKing
Affiliated Doctors20

Quality & Safety

CMS quality performance measures

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Below Average

CMS Overall Hospital Rating

Highline Medical Center has received a 2-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). CMS evaluates hospitals across safety, mortality, readmission, patient experience, and timeliness. Patients in Burien, WA may wish to discuss quality measures directly with the facility when considering care options.

Average

Mortality

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

Above Average

Patient Safety

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

Average

Readmission

Highline 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 Highline Medical Center

What is the CMS rating for Highline Medical Center?

Highline Medical Center has a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.

Does Highline Medical Center have emergency services?

Yes, Highline Medical Center provides 24/7 emergency services.

What type of hospital is Highline Medical Center?

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

How many doctors practice at Highline Medical Center?

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

Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·