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Spencer Municipal Hospital

Very Good4-Star CMS Rating

1200 1ST AVENUE EAST, Spencer, IA 51301

24/7 Emergency
Birthing Friendly

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1200 1ST AVENUE EAST
Spencer, IA 51301

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

Overall Rating4/5 Stars
Hospital TypeAcute Care Hospitals
OwnershipGovernment - Local
EmergencyAvailable 24/7
Birthing FriendlyYes
EHR CertifiedNot Certified
CountyClay
Affiliated Doctors20

Quality & Safety

CMS quality performance measures

4of 5

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.

Average

Mortality

Spencer Municipal Hospital performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.

Average

Patient Safety

Spencer Municipal Hospital performs at about the national average for patient safety measures, consistent with most hospitals across the country.

Above Average

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

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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 ·