About The Mcdowell Hospital
Hospital overview and services
The Mcdowell Hospital is an acute care hospital in Marion, NC, serving Mc Dowell County and the surrounding Marion community.
The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Marion can seek immediate care at The Mcdowell Hospital's emergency department.
The hospital holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, reflecting average performance across key healthcare quality measures. The Mcdowell Hospital has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Marion area.
When choosing a hospital in Marion, NC, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review The Mcdowell Hospital'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
The Mcdowell Hospital 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 Marion, NC.
Mortality
The Mcdowell Hospital performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
The Mcdowell Hospital performs at about the national average for patient safety measures, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Readmission
The Mcdowell 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 The Mcdowell Hospital
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Dennis Campbell, MD
Neurosurgery
Dr. William Harlan, MD
Gastroenterology
Dr. John Kennedy, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Kimberly Hensley, DO
Hospitalist
Dr. Swapna Patel, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Bethany Applebome
Physician Assistant
Dr. Randall Olmsted, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Kimber Henry, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Brenda Fore, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Emily Lobos, DPM
Podiatry
Dr. Arunachalam Einstein, MD
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Nicole Crane, NP
Nurse Practitioner
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Dr. Chirag Chavda, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Zachary Glenn, DO
Internal Medicine
Dr. Eric Rhoton, MD
Neurosurgery
Dr. Bryon Dickerson, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Kristin Gowin, MD
Rheumatology
Dr. Derek Galvin, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Ashley Eville, MD
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Martha Crenshaw, PA
Physician Assistant
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Frequently Asked Questions
About The Mcdowell Hospital
What is the CMS rating for The Mcdowell Hospital?
The Mcdowell Hospital has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does The Mcdowell Hospital have emergency services?
Yes, The Mcdowell Hospital provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is The Mcdowell Hospital?
The Mcdowell Hospital is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under voluntary non-profit - private ownership.
How many doctors practice at The Mcdowell Hospital?
20 physicians are affiliated with The Mcdowell Hospital. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·