About Northwest Medical Center
Hospital overview and services
Northwest Medical Center is a privately owned acute care hospital in Winfield, AL, serving Fayette County and the surrounding Winfield community. The hospital operates as a for-profit entity under private ownership.
The facility provides 24/7 emergency services. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Winfield can seek immediate care at Northwest Medical Center's emergency department.
Northwest Medical Center has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, placing it among the higher-rated hospitals in AL. Northwest Medical Center has 17 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Winfield area.
When choosing a hospital in Winfield, AL, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Northwest Medical Center's detailed quality scores, safety record, and affiliated doctors on this page.
At a Glance
Quality & Safety
CMS quality performance measures
Very Good
CMS Overall Hospital Rating
Northwest Medical Center has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting very good performance across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care measures. This places the hospital among the higher-rated facilities in Winfield, AL and nationwide.
Mortality
Northwest Medical Center performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
Northwest Medical Center performs at about the national average for patient safety measures, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Readmission
Northwest 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 Northwest Medical Center
17 affiliated physicians
Dr. Ted Cox, MD
Obstetrics/gynecology
Dr. Kimberly Balasky, DO
Family Practice
Dr. Gary Fowler, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Joseph Walker
General Surgery
Dr. Keisha Lowther, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Kerry Clark
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Justin Bevel, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Samuel Murphree
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Lou Ann Hubbard, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Saji Jacob, MD
Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology)
Dr. Gary Thomas, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Alyssa Webb
Nurse Practitioner
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Northwest Medical Center
What is the CMS rating for Northwest Medical Center?
Northwest Medical Center has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does Northwest Medical Center have emergency services?
Yes, Northwest Medical Center provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Northwest Medical Center?
Northwest Medical Center is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under proprietary ownership.
How many doctors practice at Northwest Medical Center?
17 physicians are affiliated with Northwest Medical Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·