2 hospitals in Altoona, PA · avg 3.0★ · 50% emergency services
James E. Van Zandt Va Medical Center (altoona)
2907 Pleasant Valley Boulevard, Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 943-8164Upmc Altoona
620 Howard Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601
(814) 889-2011About Hospitals in Altoona
Hospital care in Altoona, Pennsylvania
Altoona, Pennsylvania is served by 2 Medicare-certified hospitals. The average CMS quality rating is 3.0 out of 5 stars. 1 hospitals (50%) offer 24/7 emergency services.
Hospital types available include 1 acute care hospital, 1 acute care - veterans administration hospital.
When choosing a hospital in Altoona, consider the CMS quality rating, emergency department availability, specialty services offered, patient safety record, and whether the facility accepts your insurance. Each hospital page includes detailed quality measures, patient outcomes, and contact information.
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About hospitals in Altoona, PA
How many hospitals are in Altoona, PA?
There are 2 Medicare-certified hospitals in Altoona, Pennsylvania. 1 (50%) offer 24/7 emergency services.
What is the average hospital rating in Altoona?
The average CMS quality rating for hospitals in Altoona is 3.0 out of 5 stars. Ratings are based on mortality, safety, readmissions, patient experience, and timely care.
What types of hospitals are in Altoona?
Altoona has 1 acute care hospitals, 1 acute care - veterans administration.
How are hospital quality ratings determined?
CMS rates hospitals from 1 to 5 stars based on seven measure groups: mortality, safety of care, readmission rates, patient experience (HCAHPS surveys), timely and effective care, efficient use of medical imaging, and overall quality. Ratings are updated annually.
Does Medicare cover hospital stays?
Yes. Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospital stays including semi-private rooms, meals, nursing services, and medically necessary drugs. All hospitals listed on OurHealthNetwork are Medicare-certified.
Which Altoona hospitals have emergency services?
1 of 2 hospitals in Altoona have emergency departments. Look for the "Emergency" badge on each hospital listing above.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·