About Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi
Hospital overview and services
Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi is an acute care hospital in Des Moines, IA, serving Polk County and the surrounding Des Moines community.
The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Des Moines can seek immediate care at Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi's emergency department.
The hospital holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, reflecting average performance across key healthcare quality measures. Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Des Moines area.
When choosing a hospital in Des Moines, IA, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi'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
Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi 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 Des Moines, IA.
Mortality
Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi performs below the national average for mortality outcomes. Patients may want to discuss these outcomes with their care team.
Patient Safety
Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi performs better than the national average for patient safety measures, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.
Readmission
Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi performs at about the national average for readmission rates, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data
Doctors at Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Erin Lehman, MD
Obstetrics/gynecology
Dr. Leyla Best Bandenay, MD
Infectious Disease
Dr. Joshua Lukenbill, DO
Medical Oncology
Dr. Jarrod Smith, DPM
Podiatry
Dr. Akshay Khatri, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Karl Hamouche, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Rachael Doty
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Evan Peterson, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Eric Reese, DPM
Podiatry
Dr. Rebecca Johansen
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Kevin Cunningham, MD
Internal Medicine
Dr. Abbie Ruisch, DO
Family Practice
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Dr. Matthew Krasowski, MD
Pathology
Dr. Brooke Johnson, DO
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Brian Hall, MD
Pathology
Dr. David Terrero Salcedo, MD
Infectious Disease
Dr. Jennifer Milby
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Margaret Foster, MD
Obstetrics/gynecology
Dr. Bilal Baig, DO
Internal Medicine
Dr. Sean Cunningham, MD
Internal Medicine
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Frequently Asked Questions
About Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi
What is the CMS rating for Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi?
Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi have emergency services?
Yes, Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi?
Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under voluntary non-profit - private ownership.
How many doctors practice at Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi?
20 physicians are affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
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