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Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital

Very Good4-Star CMS Rating

ONE KISH HOSPITAL DRIVE, Dekalb, IL 60115

24/7 Emergency
Birthing Friendly

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ONE KISH HOSPITAL DRIVE
Dekalb, IL 60115

About Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital

Hospital overview and services

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital is an acute care hospital in Dekalb, IL, serving De Kalb County and the surrounding Dekalb community.

The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Dekalb can seek immediate care at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital's emergency department.

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, placing it among the higher-rated hospitals in IL. Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Dekalb area.

When choosing a hospital in Dekalb, IL, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital's detailed quality scores, safety record, and affiliated doctors on this page.

At a Glance

Overall Rating4/5 Stars
Hospital TypeAcute Care Hospitals
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
EmergencyAvailable 24/7
Birthing FriendlyYes
EHR CertifiedNot Certified
CountyDe Kalb
Affiliated Doctors20

Quality & Safety

CMS quality performance measures

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Very Good

CMS Overall Hospital Rating

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital 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 Dekalb, IL and nationwide.

Above Average

Mortality

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital performs better than the national average for mortality outcomes, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.

Average

Patient Safety

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital performs at about the national average for patient safety measures, consistent with most hospitals across the country.

Average

Readmission

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital 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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Frequently Asked Questions

About Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital

What is the CMS rating for Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital?

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.

Does Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital have emergency services?

Yes, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital provides 24/7 emergency services.

What type of hospital is Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital?

Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under voluntary non-profit - private ownership.

How many doctors practice at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital?

20 physicians are affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·