About Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System
Hospital overview and services
Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System is a government-operated acute care hospital in Bessemer, AL, serving Jefferson County and the surrounding Bessemer 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 Bessemer can seek immediate care at Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System'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. Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Bessemer area.
When choosing a hospital in Bessemer, AL, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System's detailed quality scores, safety record, and affiliated doctors on this page.
At a Glance
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance measures
Below Average
CMS Overall Hospital Rating
Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System 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 Bessemer, AL may wish to discuss quality measures directly with the facility when considering care options.
Mortality
Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System performs better than the national average for patient safety measures, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.
Readmission
Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System 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 Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Jeremy Clark
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Delainy Lee
Physician Assistant
Dr. Russell Scholl, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Elliott Gozansky, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. David Shulman, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Adam Fulcher, DO
Hospitalist
Dr. Kelly Butler
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Rupa Kitchens, MD
Urology
Dr. Margaret Guarisco, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Timothy Williams, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Kelsey Ankenbrandt
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Vernon Horst, MD
Emergency Medicine
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Dr. Maria Rosario Cumagun, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Keith Brown, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Justin Hutto, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Sarah Kane, DO
Family Practice
Dr. Jeremy Dornier, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Tiffany Martin, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Jarred Millard, MD
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Johan Latorre, MD
Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System
What is the CMS rating for Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System?
Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System has a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System have emergency services?
Yes, Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System?
Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under government - hospital district or authority ownership.
How many doctors practice at Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System?
20 physicians are affiliated with Medical West, An Affiliate Of Uab Health System. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·