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Kern Medical Center

Below Average2-Star CMS Rating

1700 MOUNT VERNON AVENUE, Bakersfield, CA 93306

24/7 Emergency
Birthing Friendly

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1700 MOUNT VERNON AVENUE
Bakersfield, CA 93306

About Kern Medical Center

Hospital overview and services

Kern Medical Center is a government-operated acute care hospital in Bakersfield, CA, serving Kern County and the surrounding Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield can seek immediate care at Kern 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. Kern Medical Center has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Bakersfield area.

When choosing a hospital in Bakersfield, CA, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Kern 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
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
EmergencyAvailable 24/7
Birthing FriendlyYes
EHR CertifiedNot Certified
CountyKern
Affiliated Doctors20

Quality & Safety

CMS quality performance measures

2of 5

Below Average

CMS Overall Hospital Rating

Kern 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 Bakersfield, CA may wish to discuss quality measures directly with the facility when considering care options.

Average

Mortality

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

Above Average

Patient Safety

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

Average

Readmission

Kern 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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About Kern Medical Center

What is the CMS rating for Kern Medical Center?

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

Does Kern Medical Center have emergency services?

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

What type of hospital is Kern Medical Center?

Kern Medical Center is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under government - hospital district or authority ownership.

How many doctors practice at Kern Medical Center?

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

Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·