About Portneuf Medical Center
Hospital overview and services
Portneuf Medical Center is a privately owned acute care hospital in Pocatello, ID, serving Bannock County and the surrounding Pocatello community. The hospital operates as a for-profit entity under private ownership.
The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Pocatello can seek immediate care at Portneuf Medical Center's emergency department.
The hospital holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, reflecting average performance across key healthcare quality measures. Portneuf Medical Center has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Pocatello area.
When choosing a hospital in Pocatello, ID, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Portneuf 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
Portneuf 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 Pocatello, ID.
Mortality
Portneuf Medical Center performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
Portneuf Medical Center performs better than the national average for patient safety measures, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.
Readmission
Portneuf 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 Portneuf Medical Center
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. David Teeples, DO
Family Practice
Dr. Scottie Bussell, MD
Preventive Medicine
Dr. John Debevits, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Matthew Ivie, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Jess Lufkin, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Justin Rogers, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. William Huneycutt, MD
Neurosurgery
Dr. Karen Salzman, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Kevin Jones, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Jessie Smith, DC
Chiropractic
Dr. Roger Cook, MD
Anesthesiology
Dr. Justin Merzlock, NP
Nurse Practitioner
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Dr. William Lefler, MD
Nephrology
Dr. Scott Barlow
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Rick Clark, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Richard Wathne, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Melisa Webb, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. David Gonzalez, MD
Interventional Cardiology
Dr. Shayna Harding, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Kealee Arehart, NP
Nurse Practitioner
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Portneuf Medical Center
What is the CMS rating for Portneuf Medical Center?
Portneuf Medical Center has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does Portneuf Medical Center have emergency services?
Yes, Portneuf Medical Center provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Portneuf Medical Center?
Portneuf Medical Center is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under proprietary ownership.
How many doctors practice at Portneuf Medical Center?
20 physicians are affiliated with Portneuf Medical Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·