About Natividad Medical Center
Hospital overview and services
Natividad Medical Center is a government-operated acute care hospital in Salinas, CA, serving Monterey County and the surrounding Salinas 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 Salinas can seek immediate care at Natividad Medical Center's emergency department.
The hospital holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, reflecting average performance across key healthcare quality measures. Natividad Medical Center has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Salinas area.
When choosing a hospital in Salinas, CA, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Natividad 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
Natividad 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 Salinas, CA.
Mortality
Natividad Medical Center performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
Natividad Medical Center performs better than the national average for patient safety measures, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.
Readmission
Natividad 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 Natividad Medical Center
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Sterling Malish, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Inna Keselman
Neurology
Dr. Carlos Morillo-hernandez, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Steven Lome, DO
Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology)
Dr. Joel Weinstein, MD
General Surgery
Dr. Melissa Nothnagle, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Richard Moore, MD
General Surgery
Dr. Karen Olaes, MD
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Caroline Kennedy, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Daniel White, MD
Neurosurgery
Dr. Makan Talayeh, MD
Psychiatry
Dr. Elizabeth Zuniga, PA
Physician Assistant
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Natividad Medical Center
What is the CMS rating for Natividad Medical Center?
Natividad Medical Center has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does Natividad Medical Center have emergency services?
Yes, Natividad Medical Center provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Natividad Medical Center?
Natividad Medical Center is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under government - local ownership.
How many doctors practice at Natividad Medical Center?
20 physicians are affiliated with Natividad Medical Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·