About Spencer Municipal Hospital
Hospital overview and services
Spencer Municipal Hospital is a government-operated acute care hospital in Spencer, IA, serving Clay County and the surrounding Spencer 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 Spencer can seek immediate care at Spencer Municipal Hospital's emergency department.
Spencer Municipal Hospital has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, placing it among the higher-rated hospitals in IA. Spencer Municipal Hospital has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Spencer area.
When choosing a hospital in Spencer, IA, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Spencer Municipal Hospital'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
Spencer Municipal 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 Spencer, IA and nationwide.
Mortality
Spencer Municipal Hospital performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
Spencer Municipal Hospital performs at about the national average for patient safety measures, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Readmission
Spencer Municipal Hospital performs better than the national average for readmission rates, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.
Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data
Doctors at Spencer Municipal Hospital
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Kathi Heckert
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Sara Casey
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Garth Aasen, MD
Pathology
Dr. Razvan Nicolescu, MD
Hand Surgery
Dr. Amy Jochims, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Rebecca Hanten, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Daniel Irwin, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Kaitlyn Mcdermitt, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Krystine Brashear, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Kelly Steffen, DO
Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology)
Dr. Nathan Rohling, DO
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Jessica Kelley, NP
Nurse Practitioner
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Spencer Municipal Hospital
What is the CMS rating for Spencer Municipal Hospital?
Spencer Municipal Hospital has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does Spencer Municipal Hospital have emergency services?
Yes, Spencer Municipal Hospital provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Spencer Municipal Hospital?
Spencer Municipal Hospital is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under government - local ownership.
How many doctors practice at Spencer Municipal Hospital?
20 physicians are affiliated with Spencer Municipal Hospital. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·