About Musc Medical Center
Hospital overview and services
Musc Medical Center is a government-operated acute care hospital in Charleston, SC, serving Charleston County and the surrounding Charleston 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 Charleston can seek immediate care at Musc Medical Center's emergency department.
The hospital holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, reflecting average performance across key healthcare quality measures. Musc Medical Center has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Charleston area.
When choosing a hospital in Charleston, SC, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Musc 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
Musc 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 Charleston, SC.
Mortality
Musc Medical Center performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
Musc Medical Center performs better than the national average for patient safety measures, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.
Readmission
Musc Medical Center performs better than the national average for readmission rates, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.
Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data
Doctors at Musc Medical Center
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Carolyn Word, MD
Allergy/immunology
Dr. Richard Jones, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Ben Strickland, MD
Neurosurgery
Dr. Vishal Dhulipala, MD
Interventional Cardiology
Dr. Lindsey Hendrickson, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Erin Kosak
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Mohammad Alhousani, MD
Hematology/oncology
Dr. Elizabeth Poindexter, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Brooke Chamberlain, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Jordan Mccarthy, MD
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Jaya Sai Chavali, MD
Urology
Dr. Sean Pennetti, MD
Neurology
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Dr. Manoraj Ratnaraj, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Krystal Pierce
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Nikko Rowe Tabliago, MD
Infectious Disease
Dr. Cassandra Calloway
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Emily Johnson, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Paige Laverick
Physician Assistant
Dr. Richard Boyles, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Martin Weiss, MD
Rheumatology
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Musc Medical Center
What is the CMS rating for Musc Medical Center?
Musc Medical Center has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does Musc Medical Center have emergency services?
Yes, Musc Medical Center provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Musc Medical Center?
Musc Medical Center is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under government - hospital district or authority ownership.
How many doctors practice at Musc Medical Center?
20 physicians are affiliated with Musc Medical Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·