About University Health System, Inc
Hospital overview and services
University Health System, Inc is an acute care hospital in Knoxville, TN, serving Knox County and the surrounding Knoxville community.
The facility provides 24/7 emergency services, birthing-friendly designation for maternity care. Patients experiencing a medical emergency in Knoxville can seek immediate care at University Health System, Inc's emergency department.
University Health System, Inc has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, placing it among the higher-rated hospitals in TN. University Health System, Inc has 20 affiliated physicians across various medical specialties, providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients in the Knoxville area.
When choosing a hospital in Knoxville, TN, consider factors including quality ratings, available specialties, emergency capabilities, and whether the facility accepts your insurance plan. You can review University Health System, Inc'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
University Health System, Inc 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 Knoxville, TN and nationwide.
Mortality
University Health System, Inc performs at about the national average for mortality outcomes, consistent with most hospitals across the country.
Patient Safety
University Health System, Inc performs better than the national average for patient safety measures, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.
Readmission
University Health System, Inc performs better than the national average for readmission rates, indicating stronger outcomes for patients at this facility.
Source: CMS Hospital Compare Data
Doctors at University Health System, Inc
20 affiliated physicians
Dr. Craig Combs, MD
Anesthesiology
Dr. James Vaughan, MD
Pathology
Dr. Amy Gust, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Sara Jones, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Paige Ledlow, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Daniel Mays, PA
Physician Assistant
Dr. Brent Baker, MD
Family Practice
Dr. Sabrina Ponder, CNA
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (crna)
Dr. Aundrea Patrick
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Caitlin Lowe, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Christina Smith, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Donald Huff
Diagnostic Radiology
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Dr. Melissa Phillips
General Surgery
Dr. Haley Laymance
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Michael Tompkins, DO
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Kevin James, MD
Hospitalist
Dr. Enambir Josan, MD
Pulmonary Disease
Dr. Debra Moroney, NP
Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Zachary Jump, DO
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Jamie Leonard, PA
Physician Assistant
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Frequently Asked Questions
About University Health System, Inc
What is the CMS rating for University Health System, Inc?
University Health System, Inc has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates hospitals across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care.
Does University Health System, Inc have emergency services?
Yes, University Health System, Inc provides 24/7 emergency services.
What type of hospital is University Health System, Inc?
University Health System, Inc is classified as an acute care hospitals facility, operated under voluntary non-profit - private ownership.
How many doctors practice at University Health System, Inc?
20 physicians are affiliated with University Health System, Inc. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Data source: CMS Hospital Compare ·